Biocompatibility and Contact Lens Wear

In this feature, Alex Hui, OD, PhD, looks at the research and determines that contact lenses could be considered one of the most successful examples of biocompatible devices used. He further examines contact lens dropout and how to achieve contact lens wear success.

By
Alex Hui, OD, PhD, FAAO
June 1, 2025
14 min

Contact Lens Spectrum

Top Institutions in Optometry

Brief introduction explaining scope and methodology.

#1

University of California, Berkeley

Berkeley, CA
Key Differentiators
- Ophthalmology
- Biomaterials
- Biomedical Engineering
#2

Harvard Medical School - Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

Boston, MA
Key Differentiators
- Ophthalmology
- Cornea and External Disease
- Contact Lens Research
#3

University of Houston College of Optometry

Houston, TX
Key Differentiators
- Optometry
- Contact Lens Research
- Ocular Surface Disease
#4

University of Miami Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

Miami, FL
Key Differentiators
- Ophthalmology
- Cornea and External Disease
- Contact Lens Research
#5

University of New South Wales - School of Optometry and Vision Science

Sydney, NSW
Key Differentiators
- Optometry
- Vision Science
- Contact Lens and Biomaterials Research