Colorado Contact Lenses
When searching for Colorado contact lenses, did you know that some have advantages than others? If not, then keep reading! Finding the best contact lenses for you can be overwhelming and intimidating. Contact lense technology has come a long way in recent years, and the days of just choosing between soft and hard contact lenses are gone. These days, there's a multitude of choices open to contact lense wearers. There are soft or RGP contact lenses (rigid gas permeable); there are daily disposable contact lenses (which means you wear them for one day and throw them away) or extended wear (which means you can put your lenses in and leave them for up to a week or longer, even while you sleep). There are tinted lenses for easier handling, or colored lenses to change your eye color. There are also a variety of lenses to manage different eye conditions. If you have astigmatism, you may need toric contact lenses. If you need bifocal glasses or can't read anything close up, you might need multifocal contact lenses. If you have complicated, hard-to-fit vision, you might need progressive contact lenses or monovision contact lenses. But, when searching for Colorado contact lenses, there are two major factors that might help narrow down your choices. First and foremost, it's important to realize that Colorado's proximity to the sun (a mile closer, almost two miles if you live in the mountains) and the sheer number of days of sunshine a year are not just responsible for our great lifestyle. They are also responsible for a higher incidence of melanoma (a 33-40% greater occurrence than the national average) which is proof that the sun exposure is more intense here. Many people realize that this affects our skin; but have you ever thought about what it's doing to your eyes? Long term exposure and overexposure to the sun can cause cataracts, which can lead to blurry vision and even blindness. While we love our state and enjoy “playing” in the elements, it's vitally important to remember to protect our eyes while doing it. Therefore, you should find Colorado contact lenses that offer UV protection. 
Accuvue contact lenses block up to 82% of UV-A and 97% UV-B radiation; in fact, they are the first and only contact lenses to receive a Seal of Acceptance for Ultraviolet Absorbing Contact Lenses from both the American Optometric Association and the World Council of Optometry. You need to be aware, however, that these contacts only protect the eye that is covered by the lense, so these lenses alone don't offer 100% protection for your eyes. Wearing sunglasses and a hat along with these contact lenses is the only way to offer complete protection. When searching for your perfect Colorado contact lenses, it's important to remember the importance of protecting your eyes while enjoying the Colorado lifestyle. UV protection and contacts that help lessen dry eye syndrome are two benefits that you should definitely consider when making this important decision. Other Topics to Read:Acuvue Keep current with the site updates, subscribe to our blog so you don’t miss any of the news! Top of Colorado Contact Lenses Page Return to Home Page |
