Nov 19 2009

The best contact lenses for dry eyes

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Dry eyes can be a problem for many people. Maybe you live in a windy climate, work in an air conditioned office or even spend a lot of time outside.

Years ago it was thought that having dry eyes meant you couldn’t wear contact lenses. But that’s not the true today.

 Some of the best contact lenses are really comfortable even if you suffer from extreme dry eyes.

With the latest technology you can get a contact lens with a high water content that makes it so comfortable to wear, as well as allowing that essential oxygen, for white eye health.

These lenses are made from Silicone Hydrogel which is very soothing for dry eyes, and ideal if you need to wear contacts for extended periods

Some of the other best contact lenses are made from a similar polymer called Omafilcon A, as well as Bio Compatible contact lenses, from ProClear, which adjust to the character of your eyes.

If you are using extended wear lenses then you must keep your contacts moist and conditioned with the right solution and hygiene is always critical for dry eyes, so ensure you wash your hands and be careful with makeup

If you need a special lens for astigmatism, no problem. The best contact lenses have a high moisture content, which helps you with dry eye and designed especially for your needs.

As always you should take recommendations from a good eye specialist and get your eyes tested regularly. Always ask for a national brand on your prescription so you can compare and get the best contact lenses and value on line.

So don’t think that dry eyes will keep you from wearing contact lenses. It’s just not true anymore.


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Nov 10 2009

What the numbers mean on your prescription contact lens form

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It’s import ant that your Prescription Contact Lens details are up to date as you will need them to compare and get the best value on line.

Also you may have noticed it’s different to your glasses, so it’s unique to your eyes and you must never use a friend’s prescription who seems to have similar vision, to buy online. 

First off there are 2 columns headed OS for the Left eye and OD for the Right; and you can also get OU which means the numbers are the same for both eyes. 

The other main headings are:

Power (PWR), which is the strength of contact lens you need, such as – 1:00, -1:75, + 2:00, + 3:00

Base Curve (BC) the inside curve of your contact lens, e.g. 8.6

Diameter (DIA) size of your contact lenses; 13:8, 14:2

Brand: Here you may want to see a major brand such as Acuvue, Johnson & Johnson and Focus. Then you can compare prices for the best deal online.

Add Power (ADD) A measurement of power for multifocal lenses that will help you with close up reading

Cylinder (CYL) is the strength of your astigmatism – 1:00, – 1:25 if you need it.

Axis (AXIS) is the orientation of your astigmatism such as 170 and compensates for the oval shape of your cornea and should improve your blurry vision.

Other stuff to look out for on your Prescription Contact Lens form is the expiry data which is typically 2 years and there will be a note on colours if you want tinted or colour contact lenses.



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Nov 09 2009

The best contact lenses will soon be Photchromic!

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Something to look out for later next year is the Photchromic contacts that change color depending on the exposure to light; as well as a drug loaded lens that can help people with glaucoma

This new Photchromic technology means the best contact lenses will be able to respond faster to light changes and help protect your eyes against harmful ultraviolet radiation and glare.  

A great step forward for contact wearers as it obviously gives you more choice and the colour transition is much quicker then glasses.

The same researchers under Edwin Chow are also working on a number of applications, due for release next year, aimed at tackling eye diseases such as glaucoma. The drugs will be embedded in the best contact lenses and help to stabilize or improve the eye condition.

 

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Nov 07 2009

Best contact lenses for children

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Research shows that around 15% of children under 15 and about 25% of 16-19 year olds require some sort of vision correction. But only about 10% of these kids ever wear and experience the best contact lenses.

There is often no proper reason why young children can’t consider contacts, as their eyes can easily put up with contact lenses at an early age. Some times your eye doctor may advise against them, but children are generally very adaptable to new experiences and rarely have a problem with applying or removing contacts on their own.

New lens technology has increased the options for kids and parents, so the decision on whether your child is suitable for contacts may be more to do with their personality as most children, quickly accept the responsibility for Contacts, providing they are mature enough.

And with the best contact lenses available as a daily disposable lens, you can forget about all the cleaning solutions, removing the prime fear of eye health, when children use contacts.

Are coloured contact suitable for Children?

What’s important here is getting a proper prescription from your eye doctor so you can look over some of the best contact lenses available on line. This is so important and it’s critical for you and your kids to avoid the lenses sold at gas stations, salons and convenience stores as they can damage your eyes.

And of course the best contact lenses can do wonders for your child’s self-esteem, as many kids feel better about their appearance, which will also improve their self confidence.

Sport can be a good starting point giving your kids the obvious benefit and freedom of contact lenses

And it doesn’t have to be a permanent decisions as you can easily go back to glasses and try contacts a few years later.

So why not start by organizing a visit to your local eye doctor?

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Oct 30 2009

How to buy the best contact lenses online

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Internet Shopping has never been easier. But where do you start to get the best and safest deal for contact lenses?

If you’re new to contacts then you do need a prescription from your eye care professional.

Good internet suppliers can help sort this important eye test at a local centre so look out for this service.

Make sure you ask for a prescription that specifies the best contact lenses so you can then shop and compare for the best value.

Why are Contact lenses cheaper on the internet?

Most Contact lens retailers have to pay for premises, opticians’ salaries and other overheads. Online suppliers simply don’t have these overheads to worry about, so they pass on great savings for exactly the same lenses, made by the same company, with just the same prescription.

So know you’ve got your prescription you simply key in the details online and in 24hrs they verify the accuracy of your prescription with your eye doctor and delivery is made direct to your front door.

There’s no hassle or traveling about and you benefit from the best value with a huge selection of brands, 24/7 customer services, best contact lenses pricing and generous rebate terms

And remember the longer the supply you buy, the cheaper they will be; three, six or even 12 months is usual, with big savings on popular daily disposables.

If you prefer longer reusable lenses then the savings on the best contact lenses can be even greater, with great deals on all the latest, highly effective multipurpose cleaning solutions.

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