Cornea & Contact Lens Society

The Cornea & Contact Lens Society [CCLS] website exists to promote long-term success in comfortable and safe contact lens wear. It acts as a resource for contact lens wearers and for contact lens practitioners - specifically for the dissemination of information, continuing education and public awareness of the many aspects of safe contact lens wear.

The CCLS has, as its aims and objectives, "The promotion of research and the interchange of experience in the contact lens field among its members and to take necessary measures in the interests of the public, the members and the advancement of contact lens practice."

Contact lens wear has been shown to be one of the safest forms of visual correction, after nearly half a century for millions of wearers the world over! Many people continue to enjoy the visual, cosmetic and lifestyle benefits of contact lenses, some even allow continuous wear (day and night) for up to a month at a time. Contact lens technology has dramatically advanced, and continues to advance to offer even better and safer vision correction.

Experience and research has shown that the most important factors in this success can be attributed to the specialised examination, lens design, instruction and long term and regular follow-up care that qualified, registered and experienced contact lens practitioners provide.

Nearly all contact lens problems/complications can be shown to develop as a result of inadequate understanding of contact lens wearers about the importance of following lens care instructions and the importance of annual check-ups with their contact lens practitioner. These annual reviews offer an opportunity for advice about developments that may make contact lens wear even more comfortable and safe.