Thinking of Contacts?
It is hard to resist the allure of contact lenses when they can offer you so much. But when considering contacts, remember: never rush into a pair. Your eyes are sensitive organs and deserve an extra moment to ensure you receive the best possible lenses. That's why we take the time to discuss all the options in contact lenses, allowing you to walk away with great vision and great ocular health. With that said, here are some common questions:
1. Can I use contacts if I have an astigmatism?
2. Do bifocal contacts exist?
3. Don't contacts make your eyes itchy or dry?
4. Could any complications develop?
5. Can contacts slip behind my eyes?
6. Can contacts stick or fuse to my eyes?
7. Can contacts cause pink-eye?
8. Are contacts difficult to put in?
Q1: Can I use contacts if I have an astigmatism?
A: Yes! Toric contact lenses specialize in providing vision for prescriptions that have both a spherical and cylindrical component. The axis is maintained by weighting the lens so it does not rotate.
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Q2: Do bifocal contacts exists?
A: They sure do. The distance prescription is in the centre of the lens, and the reading power is in a circle around it. Since contacts do not completely move with the shifting eye, as you look down your line of sight will pass through the thicker, higher power section of the contact. Pretty clever, eh?
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Q3: Don't contacts make your eyes itchy or dry?
A: It can happen, but it doesn't have to. The trick is simply to keep the eyes well hydrated and the oxygen flowing well, and with our top brands such as Acuvue Advance or Acuvue Oasys doing just that, lenses feel so comfortable that most people forget they are even wearing them!
Some common-sense words of wisdom:
- Use an appropriate contact lens cleaning solution (we can help).
- Do not wear your contact lenses longer than their designated life span (it's tempting, but don't).
- With or without contacts, smoky or dusty environments will make the eyes feel dry or tired, so carrying around eyedrops is never a bad idea.
Q4: Could any complications develop?
A: We would be irresponsible if we said there are NO risks at all. But not only are the risks minor, they are completely avoidable.
For example: a condition called "Vascularisation of the Cornea" can potentially occur. This happens when the eyes do not receive enough oxygen. To help bring in more oxygen, microscopic blood vessels begin to grow in and around the cornea.
Sounds like something out of a scary movie, right? Not really.
Vascularisation of the cornea is only a problem if left unchecked for extreme periods of time. And before it even begins to occur in the first place we will have already had follow-up appointments to check the health of your eyes. Furthermore, with contact lens brands becoming more and more advanced with respect to their moisture-maintaining, oxygen permeable materials, you can relax and think about just one thing: Enjoying the world around you with perfect sight.
Put simply (and honestly), contact lenses are fantastic, and with regular check-ups and a team dedicated to your health you can just sit back, relax and enjoy your clear vision. And never forget, we are always thrilled to answer any of your questions.
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Q5: Can contacts slip behind my eyes?
A: No.
There is a membrane that connects your eyelids to your eyeball, and nothing gets past it.
You say your contact lens has "disappeared" and your eye is feeling weird? Have faith in your membrane barrier! The lens probably just folded in on itself and is hidden under your eyelid, and not behind the eye. Try and tear up, blink a few times, and be patient. If your eye can blink out a tiny speck of dust, large curved pieces of plastic don't stand a chance!
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Q6: Can contacts stick or fuse to my eyes?
A: No.
The worst-case scenario we can possibly think of is falling asleep with daily lenses in your eyes. The next morning they would feel dry and sticky as though they were "stuck" to your eye.
Before attempting to remove them, simply moisten your eyes (water or eyedrops), blink lots, and when the lens is easily moveable back and forth over the eye, you can comfortably remove the lens.
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Q7: Can contacts cause pink-eye?
A: That depends on you!
Taking care of your contacts is like brushing your teeth. Get in a routine of proper hygiene and there should not be any problems. This means using your contact lens solution properly, and washing your hands before you put in your contacts.
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Q8: Are contacts difficult to put in?
A: The first day? Oh absolutely!!
But in a week you'll be popping them in with hardly a blink! Also, we give all new contact lens wearers a "training session" so you'll be able to practice in our store with our help.
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