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Because they are so much more comfortable for the wearer.

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How well does soft contact lens work?

A soft contact lens is a popular type of contact among consumers to correct vision. The official UIHealthcare website outlines the use of this product as well as associated risks and benefits.


What is a contact lens?

Extended contact lenses allow far more oxygen to get through to the eye than any other soft contact lens. With the increased oxygen supply to the eye, most complications that can occur when sleeping in other soft lens materials have been greatly diminished.


Why is hard contact lens solution more expensive than soft?

Because only 10% of contact wearers like us wear hard lens. Think of supply/demand.


Piggyback contact lens fitting?

This is essentially fitting the patient in a spherical soft contact lens to make the cornea comfortable then placing a gas permeable contact lens on top of that in order to provide the patient with a refractive correction. Piggybacking is mostly done on keratoconus patients.


What are silicone hydrogel contact lenss?

Silicone Hydrogel contact lenses allow far more oxygen to get through to the eye than any other soft contact lens. With the increased oxygen supply to the eye, most complications that can occur when sleeping in other soft lens materials have been greatly diminished.


Do you close the contact case overnight?

Yes. If you do not close your contact case overnight, the contact lens will dry out and you will not be able to get them soft again no matter how much solution you use.


How do you unfold a soft contact lens?

To unfold a soft contact lens, first ensure your hands are clean and dry. Use your fingertips to gently pinch the lens at its edges, avoiding any sharp objects. Place the lens on a clean surface or your fingertip, and carefully use your other hand to gently stretch the lens apart, allowing it to return to its original shape if it is folded. Once unfolded, check for any debris or damage before inserting it into your eye.


Will focus soft color contact lens change a dark brown eye?

the answer is no......Focus Soft Colors are enhancers and will only show properly on a natural pale eye color.....


When were disposable soft contact lenses first introduced?

Disposable soft contact lenses, first marketed by Johnson and Johnson in 1988, grabbed the attention of consumers during the product's first years of availability and were expected to woo many contact lens wearers away from conventional contact lenses.


The Advantages of Contact Lens?

There are numerous choices when it comes to buying contact lens. People choose contact lens for different reasons, but the most obvious reason is style. Many people like not having to wear glasses. It can totally change their look and style. However, an uncomfortable pair of contact lens can be very unpleasant. When you go to the eye doctor, this professional will decide if you are a good candidate for contact lens. Then the doctor will write a prescription for a specific type of contact lens. Normally, the doctor will take in consideration your life style. The type of work and activities you perform can make a difference in the contact lens you should wear. Most patients get to try on the new pair of contact lens before leaving the eye doctor’s office. You can determine the comfort level of the contact lens at this point. If there is a problem, the doctor will change the prescription. Furthermore, once you go home with your new pair of contact lens, it is important to keep them clean. Some contact lens must be taken out nightly; others can be worn for an extended period of time. It is important to pay attention to the instructions for your specific type of contact lens. Failure to follow the instructions can result in unpleasant consequences. Proper cleaning of the contact lens is important. Taking the contact lens out as directed is also important. Proper care of your pair of contact lens can lead to a successful experience. Additionally, there are contact lens available that have different qualities. Some are colored; others are more moist. Recently, a pair of daily disposable lens were introduced. There are so many options to choose from. Wearing contact lens is an excellent experience for many people. People that wear glasses like the freedom this eye wear affords them. They are able to switch up their look and have another option. It is advisable to always keep a back up method of eye wear available. There can be some days when the eye may be irritated. Or there may be times when the eye simply needs to rest from the contact lens. Wearing your glasses during these times is best.


How do you when its time for new contact lenses?

Contact lenses have expire day and you must strictly following it. You can find Soft Contact lenses for yearly monthly and daily use.Sometimes contact lenses expire earlier due to extended wear or bad contact lens maintenance.It is very important to clean carefully your contact lenses and leave it to the solution 8 hours per day the minimum.


How are contacts made?

Contact lenses are made from a synthetic material that is safe for the eye. After an individual's vision test, the contacts will be prescribed. The contact lens manufacturer will then create a contact lens based on that prescription.