Extended Wear Contact Lenses - What Are The Benefits by David Faulkner

No Need To Change Your Extended Wear contact Lenses:

Contact lenses in which one can sleep are known as extended wear lens. A wide range of extended wear contact lenses is available in market. You can expect to have a hard time deciding. All the extended wear contact lenses can be condensed under categories depending upon various factors like wear ability, replacement and composition. Based on composition extended wear contact lenses come in two broad categories namely soft and rigid gas permeable. Soft extended wear contact lenses are easy to adapt and wear as they contain 25 % to 80% water but are not usually durable. Rigid gas permeable extended wear contact lenses on the other hand are more durable however it takes time to adapt to them. Rigid lenses in some cases offer better vision to individuals than soft contact lenses. There upright payment is mostly higher as they can be used for several years. In case of soft extended wear contact lenses they can be replaced on daily, weekly, and monthly and after 1 year.

Populace frequently countenance two kinds of perplexity i.e. about the replacement schedule and wearing schedule intervals. Replacement schedule refers to the frequency of replacing the lens. Wearing schedule means just removing the lens for a shorter time and wearing them again. They fail to recognize the true nature of the lenses whether it is extended wear, frequent contact type or traditional type. They are not even able to come to a decision if they should remove them while sleeping or to wear them during sleep.

Composition Of Extended Wear contact Lenses:

Extended wear contact lenses are made of water based polymer which means they feel like a drop of water on your finger. 80% of all extended wear contact lenses wearers use soft lenses because they are so comfortable that people don’t get irritations from them. Soft extended wear contact lenses fit well on the eye and are able to withstand even a rough sports game because of that fit. Although extended wear contact lenses are designed to sleep with the 7 day or longer are. You should not sleep in your extended wear contact lenses because you can smash up and swelling on the cornea due to a scarcity of oxygen. There can also be infection, itching, and redness which means you’ll have to remove your lenses and see your eye doctor. Infections can cause soreness, indistinct vision, muggy secretions, and sensitivity to light. They can lead to serious long term an eye problem which is why if it persists for just a few days. Don’t ever let eye problems fester. Your eye sight is not something you want to play around with.

A New Generation Of Contact Lenses:

The new invention of extended wear contact lenses, made from a different material (silicone hydro gel lenses), have much higher oxygen permeability. For example, Focus Day and Night lets through 6 times more oxygen than conventional contacts. With more oxygen reaching your eyes, wearing contact lenses for 30 days becomes a safe option. There are two lenses that are FDA approved for extended wear for up to 30 days - Focus Night and Day by Ciba Vision and Pure Vision. The downside of extended wear contacts is that if you live or work in a dusty or smoky environment, tiny particles will get into your eyes, so the lenses won’t feel comfortable for several days. Uneasiness and dry eyes are unvarying grumbles among extended wear contact lenses wearers. Extended wear contact lenses manufacturers worked very hard on developing lenses that don’t dry your eyes, even by the end of the day. The result of this research is silicon hydro gel contact lenses. You can wear them from the early morning till midnight and they feel comfortable all day long.

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8 Pros And Cons Of Daily Wear Contact Lenses by Barry Allen

Daily wear contact lenses are considered safe and are therefore extremely popular. Contact lenses that are meant to be worn and then disposed pose no problems of storage or cleaning. There are types that are thrown away at the end of each day and those that are to be worn for two to four weeks and then replaced. Daily wear contact lenses are supposed to feel just like a drop of water on your fingers and they are made of a water based polymer. According to statistics over 80% of people who wear contact lenses wear soft lenses. These are comfortable and do not cause irritations. They fit well on the eye and are not dislodged even when playing any kind of sports. Daily wear contact lenses are usually worn either for just a day or for two to four weeks and then discarded. This way the contact lenses do not develop deposits or tears and they do not require elaborate sterilization procedures. Soft or daily wear contact lenses are not to be worn while sleeping or when the eye is closed as this can cause damage and swelling of the cornea. In case the lens causes eye infections, redness, or itching the wearer must remove the lenses and consult a doctor. Eye infections from lenses can result in not just redness but pain, blurry vision, light-sensitivity, and sticky secretions. This could lead to serious problems if not treated immediately. So take the lenses out and see your doctor if you experience any signs of trouble.

Daily wear contact lenses have pros and cons just like everything else:

1. These contact lenses known as soft lenses or daily wear lenses allow oxygen to pass through and reach the cornea, so they provide great comfort.

2. They are light and made of materials that do not irritate the eyes.

3. They are available in a great variety of colors.

4. Since they are thrown away each day of within 2-4 weeks the problems arising from incorrect storage or insufficient sterilization do not occur.

5. Protein or lipid deposits do not occur as also fungal or bacterial growth. Since lenses are replaced either daily or frequently the eyes will be protected from allergies too.

6. Sadly they are not durable.

7. Can only be used to correct a few eye sight problems.

8. They are comparatively more expensive than long lasting contact lenses.

To be safe and sure always consult your eye care professional on what kind of lens will suit you best. Always compare costs as well aspects like comfort, durability, replacement schedules, and so on. The internet is full of articles and tips written by doctors who are specialists in eye care. And today one can also explore the option of purchasing contact lenses and other accessories online at rates that are lower than the marketplace

If you make a knowledgeable choice of which kind of contact lens to wear you will never have any problems.

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Contact Lenses: Tips And Tricks For First Time Users by Amy Nutt

It's quite common for people to avoid getting contact glasses or lenses because they are unsure of how to put them in . . . or even that they will be able to deal with having something in their eyes every day. However, contacts are really quite easy to use, once you get the hang of it. The first couple of times, you may be hesitant, but this article will show you how to put your new contact lenses in and how to ensure that they don't bother you.

To make sure that your contact glasses don't have calcium build up that could irritate your eyes, you'll want to soak them in lens cleaning solution for at least 4-6 hours. This will loosen up anything that has built up during the time they have been in the package. After the soak time, rinse your contacts thoroughly with saline solution (NOT tap water) and check them for any scratches or tears. Then you're ready to put them in.

You should wash your hands with soap and water before handling your contact glasses. This just ensures that no dirt or grime will get trapped under the lens where it can irritate your eye. Also, dry your hands carefully, since a wet fingertip will tend to stick to the contact, making it harder to insert.

Once you have prepared everything and your hands and contact glasses are nice and clean, you are ready to get started. Take the first contact lens and place it on your fingertip. It should look like a little bowl sitting there, with the top edges horizontal. Soft contacts can get turned inside out by accident sometimes and if this happens, you'll notice that the edges flare out. Just turn it right side out and it will be fine.

The easiest way to put your contact glasses in is to place the contact lens on the index finger of the hand closest to your eye, left hand for left side, etc. Use the middle finger of that same hand to pull the lower eyelid down and the opposite hand to lift the upper lid. Basically, you want your eye open as much as possible, you should be able to see the entire colored part of your eye.

Now, place the contact gently in the eye, making sure that it doesn't stick to your finger and let go of your eyelids. Blink a few times and the contact will automatically center itself. You should be fairly comfortable at this point. But, to make sure that you don't have any problems, you'll want to make sure that you don't wear your new contacts for very long the first few times, since they can be drying to the eyes.

Following the recommended time schedule for wearing your contact glasses is definitely a good idea, but you might want to use some lubricating eye drops (ask your eye doctor for recommendations) to help ease any discomfort. It's normal to have slightly irritated eyes the first few times that you wear contacts. You might find that your eyes tear up and get a bit red, but that's normal. However, pain is not, so if you have any pain, just take them out.

Trying out contact lenses for the first time can be a bit nerve-wracking, but it will get easier. Within a week, you'll be a complete expert at putting your contacts in and taking them out!

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Tips on Lasik Eye Surgery by Jitendra

What is Lasik Surgery?: The word LASIK stands for Laser-Assisted In Sutu Keratomieusis, a process which reshapes the cornea to refract light in the lens. While LASIK surgery isn't close to perfect, it is a very viable and increasingly safe surgery.

LASIK surgery is a very simple two step process:

A slight, thin flap of tissue is created on the outside layer of the eye or cornea. The flap helps heal and provide comfort on the way to better vision.

The doctor then folds open the flap on the inner cornea to correct the vision. Finally, the flap is closed to its original position and sealed with stitches.

Preparing for LASIK Surgery:When you meet the doctor to discuss LASIK eye surgery you should let him know a few things about yourself. Let the doctor know about any past or present medical and eye conditions as well as all medications you are taking or are allergic to. It is important that you disclose all of this to your doctor before deciding if LASIK is right for you.

After you've disclosed this personal information to the doctor, you should then discuss if you are a good candidate for LASIK surgery. Let him explain to you the risks, benefits, and alternatives of the surgery as well as what you can expect from beginning to end.

You should stop using any lotions, perfumes, or creams the day before the surgery as well as any makeup that may cause debris to get in the eye. The doctor may even request that you scrub and wash out your eyes for a good time before LASIK surgery to prevent the chance of any type of infection.

Finally, you should definitely arrange with a loved one for transportation to and from the LASIK surgery. Before LASIK surgery some doctors will arrange for you to take some medicine to help you relax that could impair your vision and reaction time. After LASIK surgery you may need a few days to recover your vision, hence the need to arrange for a drive home.

The Cost of LASIK:When you are considering different LASIK surgery opportunities you should question your surgeon on what is included in the cost of the LASIK surgery. What is and isn't included in the LASIK cost? What will I be charged for if complications occur or enhancements are needed? What is the cost for LASIK medications such as anti-inflammatory or painkillers? What is the cost for temporary contact lenses if they are needed after LASIK? What is the cost of the follow-up visits related to LASIK?

Finally, you should get in contact with your insurance company to determine if they will cover the cost of the LASIK surgery. Some insurance companies don't cover LASIK cost because they consider the surgery to be cosmetic. If financing is not a problem you should strongly consider using the LASIK surgeon who best suits your needs and concerns.

The FDA considers the average cost of LASIK surgery to be $1,344 in 2005, a significant decrease from the original numbers listed in 2002 of nearly $1,600. Many consider this LASIK cost to be marginal in relation to the comfort created by newly improved vision.

After LASIK SurgeryThe moments after a major life-altering event are usually filled with joy, laughter, and camaraderie, but this usually doesn't happen after surgery. LASIK surgery is no different than any other surgery, but its drawbacks may be a little different than others.

The results of LASIK surgery are much akin to the results of being pestered by a pet day after day. Instead of the healing of bruises or incisions, LASIK surgery is accompanied by more burning and itching of an area that you are completely unable to scratch or cool. At this point, any touching of the eye could undo everything the surgery just repaired.

Your vision will be blurry because of the watering and tearing up of your eye, but you cannot under any circumstances touch your eye. The eye may appear dry or bloodshot for several days, if this occurs you should consider taking time off of work. If you experience severe pain from LASIK surgery at any time you should contact your surgeon.

Within 24-48 hours after your surgery you should have a post-operative exam to make sure everything is healing well. At regular intervals after the LASIK surgery up to six months you should continue seeing your doctor for checkups.

At the first visit after LASIK surgery your doctor will remove the shield and make sure your eye is responding correctly to the surgery. You will not be able to use contact lenses for sometime to keep from further irritation and you may have to use drops or artificial tears to help with lubricating the eye.

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Not Comfortable in Your Contact Lenses? Clear Care Solution is a Great Alternative by Dr. Kaayla T. Garner

What is Clear Care?

Clear Care contact lens solution by Cibavision is an excellent product that is temporarily unavailable but can be replaced with Ultracare. Clear Care will be back on the shelves by June 2006. What makes Clear Care special? Two things: (1) it cleans better and (2) no preservatives come in contact with your eyes. How does it work? Your lenses are soaked in a buffered 3% hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) solution. H2O2 is a very powerful disinfectant and it also cleans off surface deposits. In fact, it disinfects and cleans better than all-in-one soaking solutions such as Optifree, Complete, Solocare or B & L Renu.

A word of CAUTION! H2O2 can never come in contact with your eyes. This is why Clear Care has a red tip to indicate to you to not use it for rinsing. You should keep a separate bottle of saline for rinsing purposes. The contacts are stored in a case with a disc at the bottom that neutralizes the H2O2 and turns it into neutral unpreserved saline within six hours. If H2O2 does accidentally get into your eye, your eye will be red and burning. Rinse copiously with saline or tap water. A short time of contact will not cause permanent damage.

Why is Clear Care Not in Stores Lately and What is the Alternative?

Why is Clear Care impossible to find these days? There was human error on the assembly line; someone applied some lubricant to a machine incorrectly. The product was subsequently tested and met safety standards but was not up to Novartis (Cibavision solution division) standards. Several months worth of product was hence destroyed. This is an inconvenience for consumers but a comfort to know that Novartis will not compromise on quality.

What can be used until Clear Care comes back on the shelves?

Ultracare is an excellent alternative. It is also a 3% buffered H2O2 solution but a tablet is added to neutralize instead of the disc. The solution turns pink (with a special vitamin B indicator) to indicate when the H2O2 is neutralized and safe for the eyes.

What are the Real Benefits?

What can Clear Care really do for you, the contact lens wearer? In some cases it can make a huge difference in contact lens comfort. Solution intolerance is a hugely overlooked cause of lens discomfort. Anybody with sensitivity to contacts, discomfort or inability to wear them for sufficient hours should give it a try. Of course, if you do have symptoms, be sure that you have had a check up with your eye doc as well as an assessment to be sure that you are in the best contacts for your eyes. Many patients swear by Clear Care. For a huge number of people it has relieved their discomfort and been the only thing that enabled them to continue wearing contacts.

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Dr. Kaayla T. Garner has been an optometrist for 25 years in various settings from prisons to laser centers. She is well versed in vision therapy, laser surgery and contact lenses.

Dr. Garner is the owner of http://www.contactlenses-on-line.com, a website offering free contact lens fitting info.