Gas Permeable Contact Lenses
Also known as oxygen permeable contacts, gas permeable contact lenses are a lot easier to take care of then other types of contacts - including soft contact lenses. GP (Gas Permeable) contacts are made from a combination of fluorine and silicone, meaning that they wont attract protein near as much as other types of contacts. If you have had a problem with protein on your lenses in the past, GP contacts will pretty much eliminate that problem. Keep in mind, youll still need to clean your GP lenses, in order to keep them free of protein, debris, and to keep them comfortable when you wear them. They clean much easier and faster than soft lenses, and they will last you longer as well. For a lot of contact lenses users, gas permeable lenses are the preferred way to go. If you wear GP lenses or looking to wear them, youll need to keep a re-wetting solution or saline drops with you just in case they start to get dry. Anytime your eyes feel dry, you can use the drops to moisten your eyes back up, and keep your contacts comfortable. Re-wetting drops are normal to use, even with soft lenses. Dryness in the eyes is very common with contacts, which is why you should always have re-wetting drops with you. After you have worn your GP lenses during the day, you should always clean, rinse, and dry them out once you take them out for the night. When you clean them, you should always use the right solution, instead of water. If you soak them in water it could damage the material, which could in turn damage your eyes. Depending on the type of contacts and brand you have, you should pick the solution accordingly. The solution you use shouldnt burn your eyes, or cause you to feel any type of discomfort. When you go to your optician to have your eyes fitted for contacts, be sure to ask about gas permeable contacts. If your eye doctor thinks they are right for you, he should recommend them. Normally, they are for older people, or those who have had eye problems in the past. They are strong contacts - and perfect for daily wear. If youve been looking for contact lenses that wont disappoint, GP lenses are everything you need. They can be purchased locally or online, normally at the same price of soft lenses. They last longer than soft lenses, meaning that you wont need to purchase them quite as often. If you take care of them, they should last you for a long time. Once you have tried gas permeable contact lenses and see just how great they are - youll never look at soft contact lenses the same way again. PPPPP (word count 459)
Extended Wear Contacts
Over the last several years, there have been many improvements in contact lenses. As a whole, contacts are the best alternative to wearing glasses. They are comfortable, dont hang off your face, and above all - they are affordable. Among the many types of contact lenses available on the market, are the extended wear contacts. There are many benefits to these contact lenses, which we will go over. Extended wear contact lenses are convenient, possibly even more so than the other types of contacts. With most types of extended wear lenses, all you have to do is keep them clean, put them in, then go about your normal day. You dont need to clean them near as often as other types of soft contact lenses. Once you clean them they should last you for a long time before they need to be cleaned again. One of the best attributes to extended wear contact lenses is the fact that they are very comfortable. They are easy to put in your eyes, and most people dont even notice that they are wearing any contact lenses at all. Even though some people may experience discomfort with them, the majority of those who wear them find them to be very comfortable. When compared to other types of contact lenses, extended wear lenses are very safe. If you take the necessary time to take care of them as you should, they wont harm your eyes in any way. If you use them correctly, they will serve you just fine. Keep in mind, you also need to visit your eye doctor on your regular appointments, as your eye examinations are still very important - even though your contact lenses may not affect you or bother you at all. Even though most extended wear contact lenses arent high in price, you should still look for the best deals. There are several manufacturers out there who offer these types of contact lenses, some offering better deals than others. On the Internet you can find a lot of deals from many different manufacturers, many of which wont set you back a lot in terms of money. You can also find extended wear contact lenses locally, although the Internet is the best way to save money. Before you decide to buy a pair of extended wear contact lenses, you should make sure that they are right for you. When you get fitted for your contacts by your eye doctor, be sure to ask him about these types of contacts and whether or not they are best for you. If you take the time to research what is best for you and look into your options - youll find that extended wear contact lenses may indeed be the best contacts for your money - and your health. PPPPP (word count 462)
Examining Your Contact Lenses
As we all know, contact lenses are the preferred means of vision correction. They are far superior to glasses, in more ways than one. Over the years contact lenses have established themselves, and are now used by more than a million people throughout the United States. Although contact lenses are great to wear if you need vision corrections, there are some things you should know. Before you put your contact lenses in your eyes, you should always inspect them for tears or defects. Sometimes, contact lenses can get tears in their material, resulting in serious problems if you put them in your eyes. You should also inspect your lens for debris or smudges as well, and clean them thoroughly if you find anything wrong. If the lens is torn, you should immediately discard it and replace it with a fresh contact lens. No matter type of contact lenses you use, you should always inspect them. Depending on how you handle them, you may sometimes scratch the material. Scratches on the contact can be very serious, especially if you arent aware of it and put the contact in your eye. It can cause you serious trouble, such as an infection or even scratch your cornea. The easiest way to prevent this is to examine your contacts before you wear them. Before you put your contacts in your eyes, simply let them rest on your index finger and look them over. Once you have inspected that side, simply put the in the palm of your hand and give them a thorough inspection. You should always do this one contact lens at a time, before you plan on wearing them. If you wear contacts, you should always make inspecting them a part of your daily routine. Along with inspecting your contact lenses youll need to keep them clean. You can clean your contacts after you have inspected them, by putting a few drops of your solution in the palm of your hand and gently rubbing your contact around. This will help to remove any dirt or debris that you find on the contact, and keep them clean. If you dont clean your contacts on a regular basis, you may end up getting an eye infection. Contact lenses are a great investment for anyone who needs vision correction, although youll need to take care of them. Whether you wear soft or hard contacts, youll need to clean them on a regular basis and examine them for defects, dirt, or tears. Contacts can get torn or damaged rather easily, and the only way to tell is to examine them. If you catch the defect before you put the contact in your eye - you should be able to replace it with a clean lens before it can do any damage. PPPPP (word count 464)
Dry Eyes And Contacts
If you have dry eyes, contact lenses may be a nightmare. With healthy eyes, a very thin layer of tears will always form under the contact lens. When this layer starts to dry out however, the lens will begin to feel dry. Dry eyes from contact can be very irritating, uncomfortable, and lead you to try to squinch or rub your eyes to seek relief. Even though contact lenses are indeed a cause of dry others, there are other causes as well, one of which being your natural ability to produce years. Some people will produce less tears than others, which can indeed be a problem when wearing contact lenses. As you get older, the tears that you are able to produce will begin to decrease. The environment is another cause. If you work in a factory or area that is over heated, or exposed to dust or smoke, your eyes will start to dry out. The more your eyes are exposed to these types of situations, the more dry they will become. After a few hours, you may find yourself having to remove your contacts due to the dryness becoming so irritating. There are however, some types of contact lenses that can contribute to dryness as well. A majority of contact lenses are made of water and polymers, most being more than 50% water. Even though the contact is moist and may feel comfortable in your eye, the water will start to evaporate from the contact lens as you wear it. When this happens, the contact will draw moisture from the tears in your eyes, which results in dryness. If the contact lens contains a lot of water, then it is almost guaranteed to lose moisture throughout the day. With dryness being a common problem for most people who wear contact lenses, manufacturers are always working to create contacts that will remain comfortable throughout the day. Dry eyes are the most common reason for irritation, and the main reason as to why people decide to give up contacts and just go with glasses to correct their vision. Out of all the different contacts on the market, Acuvue Oasys are among the most popular. Although they are relatively new, they are specifically made for those who work or live in dry environments. These contacts contain a special agent for re-wetting purposes, which enables the contact lens to remain moist, even if your eyes arent producing enough tears. They are daily wear contacts, and should be soaked in solution at night and replaced every two weeks or so. Even though there are other contact lenses out there that are great for dry eyes, Acuvue are considered to be the best brand. No matter which type of contact lens you wear, you should always take care of them. You should always clean them once removed, and soak them in solution at night. This way, youll remove the protein build up and ensure that you are putting clean contact lenses back into your eyes. Even though dry eyes are very common, you can always help to rectify the situation by using right pair of contacts. You can also get re-wetting or saline drops as well, to put in your eyes when they start to feel dry. These drops are the preferred way of dealing with dry and irritable eyes, as they help to produce enough moisture for comfort. You can buy re-wetting or saline drops at most department stores - and they cost a little of nothing. PPPPP (word count 583)
Contact Lenses Without A Prescription
Even though you can get non prescription contacts, they arent meant to correct your vision. Known as plano, the most common type of non prescription contact lenses are the opaque color contact lenses. Even though they dont require a prescription, those who want them need to consult with an optometrist first to ensure they get the right fit. Locally or on the Internet, you can find many different varieties of non prescription contact lenses available. You can find lenses that enhance the natural color of your eyes, lenses that enhance your look, and many others. There are also Halloween contact lenses as well, which are great for Halloween or other times when you want to look different. With non prescription contact lenses, youll have the choice of daily wear and disposable lenses. If you are looking to change colors on a frequent basis, disposable lenses may be your best choice. The best thing about disposable lenses is the fact that you dont need to clean them at all, simply wear them during the day then take them out and discard them at night. If you are going to use the same color or the same pair of contacts for a while, you may want to go with daily wear lenses. Daily wear contact lenses will last you a lot longer than the disposable lenses, although they will need to be disinfected and cleaned on a regular basis. As long as you clean and disinfect them on a regular basis, they will last you for quite a while. Without the supervision of a doctor, may doctors dont advise the use of non prescription contact lenses. Doctors will tell you that when they dont monitor the fitting, usage of the contacts, and the overall effects, they may cause you serious problems and possibly even blindness. While a lot of people use non prescription contacts, few of them experience serious problems. When an individual buys non prescription contacts without going to see an optician, they tend to forget the fact that contacts arent for everyone. The amount of tears, shape of the eye, and need for correction varies from person to person. To get the right fit, you must consult an optician, as he will need to carefully examine you. Even though they may work great for some, non prescription lenses arent for everyone. Anytime you use them, you should be very carefully and take the necessary care for your lenses. If you are a diabetic, youll need to be very carefully, for the simple fact that eye infections will take a long time to heal. Even though you may not get an infection, there is always a small chance that it could happen. Therefore, you should always be carefully anytime you use these types of contacts. PPPPP (word count 464)
Contact Lens Eye Exam
Before you can get a pair of contact lenses, youll need to have your eyes examined and fitted by an optometrist and get your prescription. Normally, fittings for contact lenses will take longer than the standard eye exam. If you are looking to get fitted for contacts, you should let your optometrist know up front that you are interested in getting contacts. When you first begin with your eye exam, your optometrist will first examine the health of your eyes. Your eye doctor will also want to know why you want contacts, if you have any known problems with your eyes, and what you hope to get from your visit. Overall, your contact fitting and exam will be based on the information that you have provided. During your exam, youll go through several tests that will let the optometrist know the health and vision of your eyes. Once the exam is finished and your optometrist has the information he needs, you will be a given the prescription to get your contact lenses. Without a prescription, most places wont sell you contacts. When it comes to fitting your contact lenses, your optometrist will measure the curvature of your eyes and other factors that will affect how your lenses will fit in your eyes. Some people are more prone to dryness in their eyes than others, meaning that the contacts you are prescribed shouldnt aggravate the dryness. In order for your optician to give you a prescription for contact lenses, your cornea will need to be free of any type of problems that can prevent you from wearing them. Normally, your optician will give you a trial pair of contact lenses to try out, and then check them for fit once they have settled in your eyes. Sometimes, you may need to try out several different pairs before you find the perfect fit. The lens you choose should give you better vision, fit comfortably in your eye, and not do any damage to the cornea. Its very important that your lens not be torn, scratched, or damaged in any way. Before you try the contact out, you should always inspect it to make sure that there are no defects. Your optician will show you how to inspect the contacts before you put them in your eyes, starting with your trial pairs. The optician or associates working there will need to verify that your test contacts meet your standards and the requirements for your eyes, according to what the optician recommends. At your fitting exam, your eye doctor will also go offer with you what brands of contacts you should and shouldnt use. When you try out your test contacts youll use certain types of solution as well, to see if affects your eyes. Some solutions will work well for some, while they may cause irritation for others. Normally, your optometrist will try you out with one of the latest and greatest brands of contacts, to see whether or not they work for you. After you have been fitted for your contacts and found the perfect pair, you should make sure that you always go to your follow up visits. Your first follow up will be in a few short weeks, after which your optician will check your eyes and contacts again, to make sure that everything is still going good. After that, you should always attend any follow ups that you have - to make sure that your contacts are working good - and your eyes are still in good health. PPPPP (word count 587)
Cheap Contact Lenses
Although they may not sound like it at first, cheap contact lenses may very well be appealing to a large audience. As the name implies, cheap contacts dont cost a lot of money. While some brands of contacts may be very expensive, there are other brands that dont cost a lot. When you compare them, there really arent that many differences. A lot of contact lens users feel that the cheaper brands of contacts are reliable, dependable, comfortable, and above everything else - affordable. Even though cheap lenses are praised by some - others dont look at them that way. Some feel that cheaper lenses should be avoided at all cost, for the fear that they may damage vision or not offer the same quality that the higher priced brands of contacts offer. Those who dont wear contacts but have interest in them, may find a cheap pair of contacts to be the ideal way to try them out. If you buy a cheap pair of contacts it wont cost you a lot of money, yet it will give you the satisfaction in knowing whether or not contacts are for you. Unlike glasses, contact lenses wont break or hang off your face. Contacts are an ideal choice for many, for the simple fact that they feel natural - almost like a pair of eyes that you never knew you had. Something to keep in mind, is the fact that cheap contact lenses arent the best of quality. As the name states, these types of lens are cheap in price - and also quality. Normally, they are the way to go for people who cant afford the better brands. Even thought the quality isnt the best in the world, those who wear cheap contacts normally dont have any complaints. Although some people will view cheap contacts as the ideal purchase, others see them as a waste of money. This is all about preference, and what you feel is the best for you. If you have the money to spare, you would be better off getting a pair of brand name contacts. On the other hand, if you are on a limited budget, cheap contact lenses would do you good - at least until you get the money to buy one of the better brands. Cheap contacts can be found on the Internet, or at your local opticians office. They wont set you a back a lot of money, yet they will give you the vision you need. Contacts are a great alternative to glasses, especially for those who need glasses but hate to wear them. Contact lenses are what they are - the ideal way to get the vision you need without wearing glasses. Cheap contacts are an ideal solution to glasses - at a price anyone can afford. PPPPP (word count 461)
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