Contact Lenses
For many spectacle wearers there are times when they would rather not wear spectacles for sport or social occasions. Others want freedom from spectacles most of the time. The easiest way to achieve either of these is with contact lenses.
Many poeple presume contact lenses will not suit their eyes. This can be down to wrong assumptions such as;
- They are uncomfortable
- My prescription is too complex
- I have an astigmatism
- I can't bear to touch my eyes
- They're too fiddly and difficult to look after
- They're expensive
Contact lens technology has moved on considerably and nowadays they are so soft that you barely know you are wearing them and so flexible that they mould to your eyes.
They cannot just “fall out” and are so permeable that they cannot damage your eyes through lack of oxygen.
Contact Lenses don't have to be expensive and are not difficult to look after. Disposable contact lenses are simply worn once and then thrown away with no cleaning solution needed.
Contact Lens Assessments
If you are interested in trying contact lenses the first step is to book in for an assessment. We will then take time to
find the right lenses that are best for you. You will then have a trial with some lenses and we will make sure that we teach you until putting them in is second nature.
Regular check ups will then be arranged.
We can fit and supply almost any type of contact lens, with full aftercare, advice and training at every step. Please contact us for further details 01926 853366.
We are a centre of excellence for Johnson and Johnson vision care who are one of the main contact lens manufacturers.
What are Rigid Lenses?
Rigid lenses are made from a variety of rigid polymers; they are smaller than a soft contact lens covering the central area of the cornea.
Because they are rigid, they take a period of time to adapt to, as you will be aware of the edge of the lens when you blink over it. This will vary from one individual to the next but is typically one week, from initial wear to becoming unaware of the lens.
The materials these lenses are made of are generally more oxygen permeable than soft lenses and so can be worn safely for longer.
What are Soft Lenses?
Soft lenses are made from a flexible polymer. As a result the lenses mould to the shape of the cornea and quickly become stable and comfortable on the eye.
It is extremely unusual for the lenses to displace which makes these ideal for sport.
They are also available in bifocal and multifocal powers to correct near as well as distance vision for those people who require separate distance and reading prescriptions.
We supply daily, fortnightly, and monthly disposable lenses. Also yearly lenses and 30-day continuous wear ones.
