Time for New Contact Lenses?Have you been thinking that it might be time for some new contact lenses? 
If you've been wearing the same old brand of contact lenses for years, it might be time for new contact lenses! Contact lens technology has exploded in the last few years, which has resulted in advanced lenses that offer benefits that didn't exist only a few year ago. To begin with, the hard contact lenses that created such a bad rap in the '70s and '80s don't even exist anymore. These days, all of the major brands of lenses are made with materials that retain moisture and are oxygen-permeable; which results in the most comfortable contact lenses that the industry has ever produced. In addition, many people have certain eye conditions that used to cause problems with contact lenses. However, thanks to technology, there are new contact lenses that work with these eye conditions to create comfortable lenses and clear vision. There are multifocal contact lenses for people with presbyopia, contacts for astigmatism, and contact lenses for dry eyes. But perhaps the biggest change in contact lenses in the last few years is how long you wear your lenses before replacing them. Gone are the days of buying one pair and wearing them for six months to a year before replacing them. These days, you have a multitude of choices that allow you to choose how long you wear a certain pair before replacing them with new contact lenses. 
Daily disposable contact lenses are perfect for people who don't want to bother with storing, cleaning, and disinfecting their lenses. You simply put in a fresh pair every morning, wear them all day, and throw them away at night. While this type of contact lenses do cost a little more; you also save money and effort by not having to deal with contact lense care products and solutions. This is also ideal for people who travel a lot and don't want to have to pack a bunch of extra solutions. Extended wear contact lenses, on the other hand, are perfect for people who want to just put their contact lenses in and forget about them. You can leave them in, day and night, even while you sleep; most brands recommend that you wear the same pair for up to a week. After this, you can dispose of them and start with a fresh pair of contact lenses. This is a great option for people who dream of waking up in the middle of the night or first thing in the morning, and be able to see; without having to fumble around for your eyeglasses. 
Continuous wear are the same as extended wear lenses, except you can wear them for up to 30 days before having to replace them. Not everyone is a candidate for continuous wear, so consult with your eye care professional if this interests you. With the recent advances in contact lens technology, a whole new world has opened up for contact lens wearers. Maybe it's time you discover how comfortable new contact lenses can be! If you want to keep current with the site updates, subscribe to our blog so you don’t miss any of the news! Other Lense Topics to read:Acuvue Return to Home page Top of New Contact Lenses Page |
