Are you considering switching from your eyeglasses to contact lenses? Contact lenses are a favorite among many people because they are convenient, customizable, and adaptable to the wearer's lifestyle. Picking the best fitting contact lenses is a decision that you have to make with your eye doctor.
The best choice is dependent on numerous factors such as refractive error, a person's expectations, and if you will take good care of the lenses. Before you pick contact lenses, here are some things to take into consideration.
Do you plan on wearing the contacts daily, on weekends, or during special occasions? Many people prefer wearing soft contact lenses that are comfortable to wear full time or part-time without any problem. On the other hand, the rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lenses can only be worn consistently and daily for the wearer to feel comfortable.
The RGP contacts may take you some time to get used to them, although they are suitable for providing a sharper vision compared to soft lenses. RGP lenses are more suitable for people with astigmatism. If you have soft contacts and are concerned about your eyesight's clarity, you should consider switching to the (RGP) ones.
People who wear contact lenses should be willing to take good care of them to avoid getting fungal eye infections or corneal ulcers. Always use the solutions recommended by your eye doctor and follow all instructions given. Although disposable contacts don't have many risks of eye infections, you must always practice daily lens care to keep the eyes healthy as you wear the contacts.
Some people like the idea of wearing their contacts overnight. Those that are FDA-approved allow high amounts of oxygen to pass through. However, it is not safe to wear contacts continuously, and your doctor may have to evaluate whether your eyes can tolerate wearing the contacts at night without being in any danger.
Most people wear contact lenses to give them a new look. Some soft specialty contacts enhance the eye color and can also change it altogether. There are numerous options to choose from if you need to change your eye color. However, whichever eye color you want, you must get a professional fitting and a contact lens prescription written by your eye doctor since contacts are considered medical devices.
When picking contacts, you will realize that prices differ according to various factors. Some of these factors that determine the cost include lens type, brand, length of wear, and the effects. It's therefore essential to get an idea of contacts' costs before getting started. You can prepare yourself by visiting different eye care clinics to learn how much each type costs and research all the lenses as you calculate how much they will cost you. Remember to take into account the number of days you can wear that specific type of lenses. Some prices may be higher due to brand names. Talking to your doctor to help you find budget-friendly options is also a good idea to save some cash.
As mentioned earlier, contacts are medical devices and must only be prescribed by a licensed medical doctor. Before buying contacts, it's essential to see your doctor to get that perfect fitting. Wearing wrongly fitting contact lenses may cause injuries and infections. When picking eye lenses, you will have numerous choices, but you should always consider what your doctor suggests. You may be thrilled by the idea of wearing your contacts overnight, but that doesn't mean that it is safe for your specific eyes.
As you decide on a lens type or try to get a good fitting, you may be tempted to try someone else's pair. If someone offers to lend contact lenses, you should not take them because lenses aren't like glasses. When they come in direct contact with the eyes, they may contain particles and bacteria which can be transferred from one person to the other, leading to infections.
Picking the best fitting lenses may feel intimidating at first. But you will find the process easy when you know what you want and follow your doctor's advice. Do not worry about making a perfect choice the first time getting them. There will always be a next time to get the perfect pair as long as the ones you have are comfortable for you.
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