Why wear contact lenses?
In some circumstances, contact lenses are more practical and comfortable than glasses.
From a technical point of view, they allow you to widen your field of vision. The correction is applied over the entire surface of the lens. And the latter is placed directly on the cornea so that the eye can enjoy improved vision from all angles.
Practising physical activity, wearing a mask, or going out on a rainy day is not always pleasant when you wear glasses. Indeed, the condensation that forms on the glasses affects vision. Wearing contact lenses eliminates this problem.
Technology, comfort and lenses
Contact lenses at Optical Center are at the cutting edge of technology. Whatever your vision problem, contact lenses can correct it because they have evolved a lot in recent years. This type of optical equipment is an alternative whether you are presbyopic, shortsighted, myopic, or farsighted. And, even if you have several levels of correction on the same eye, it is possible to wear lenses. Some people are sometimes reluctant because of fear regarding the oxygenation of the ocular tissues. Be aware that the materials used allow the eyes to oxygenate adequately.
Contact lenses aren’t just for adults; kids can wear them too. Some prefer this type of optical material, which is more discreet and more suited to their very active lifestyle, and parents often support this choice! If the glasses are breakable, the lenses are not.
Different types of lenses
Contact lenses are mainly worn for vision correction. However, in some cases, they are prescribed following an operation, an accident or a pathology and must be worn throughout the recovery. In addition, some people use them for aesthetic reasons, such as changing eye colour.
On the optical market, two types of corrective lenses are available, regardless of the reason for wearing the lens:
Rigid lens: it replaces the hard lens. Despite its rigidity, this lens does not prevent good oxygenation of the eyes. Therefore, it is more suitable for people whose ocular humidity is not optimal. Its lifespan is 1 to 2 years, which explains its higher price.
Soft lens: This is the most common due to its ease of use. Several lenses are possible:
– Daily lenses (single use);
– Weekly lenses;
– Monthly or bi-monthly lenses;
– Yearly lenses.
Some soft and hard lenses need to be removed and cleaned every night. Others can be worn day and night.
How to care for your eyes when wearing contact lenses
Proper maintenance of the lenses is essential, except for disposable lenses, whose lifespan is 24 hours. Depending on the lens, daily cleaning is often required. Ask the optician to choose the most suitable cleaning solution for the type of lenses you have chosen. Several formats are available. The case where you place the lenses is easy to carry with you everywhere.
Regular and rigorous cleaning helps to avoid specific pathologies of the eye. Wearing contact lenses increases the risk of infection. To avoid these inconveniences:
Do not exceed the expiry date of your lenses;
Wash your hands with soap and hot water well before and after handling your lenses;
Avoid sleeping with your lenses;
Do not use any case other than your own:
For disposable and daytime use lenses: do not forget to remove them;
Every evening, clean them with an appropriate product to disinfect them.
If you notice visual discomfort, put a few drops of artificial tears in your eyes to prevent dry eyes.