Contact Lens Fitting and Follow-up
Lens Type | Advantages | Disadvantages |
Disposable Soft Contact Lenses | Excellent vision Available in extended wear (can sleep in contact lenses) Many convenient replacement shedules: one day, one week, 2 week, one month, three months, or yearly |
Require more frequent replacement May not provide as sharp of visual clarity as more rigid materials Not available in every prescription |
Gas Permeable Contact Lenses | Excellent vision | Slightly longer adaptation period to lenses Uncomfortable if decentered |
Corneal Refractive Therapy |
Only worn during sleeping hours Less expensive than laser vision correction |
Only available for certain prescriptions * please follow link for more information: corneal refractive therapy Requires a customized fitting process |
Bifocal Contact Lenses |
Can correct difficulties with near focusing Available in many designs and materials |
Requires a custom fitting to ensure vision at both distance and near When doing extended near work activities (reading/computer work), it may still be beneficial to wear reading glasses at times. |
Toric Contact Lenses for Astigmatism | Can correct for astigmatism |
Require a custom fitting so the lenses don't rotate on the eye |
Color Contact Lenses | Can change the color of your eyes Easier to see in the case |
Must center well to appear natural |
Medically Necessary Contact Lenses | These lens designs can improve vision in patients with keratoconus, corneal distortion, or after eye surgeries such as a corneal transplant Often the cost of the contact lens fit and materials are covered by your medical insurance. | Requires custom designs, so lenses may take longer to be manufactured Plan for several office visits to perfect the lens design, vision, and comfort. |
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Get the best of both worlds- crisp, clear vision of a rigid lens all-day comfort of a soft lens