What is a good age to begin wearing contact lenses?
For young children, the most important factor in determining when to begin use of contact lenses is the maturity or responsibility level of the child. Patients as young as 8 or 9 years old who are properly motivated and responsible may wear contact lenses successfully. In order to ensure that our younger patients develop the proper techniques to wear contact lenses in a healthy manner, we schedule multiple Contact Lens Teaching & Evaluation visits initially. When handled in a responsible manner, contact lenses offer a great alternative for children who are active in sports or other recreational activities.
