TYPES OF CONTACT LENSES***

It can sometimes be a little overwhelming to learn lens lingo – but it’s easy to get the drift of it. Your optician will be able help you find the contact lens that is right for you.

DAILY DISPOSABLE CONTACT LENSES

Designed for one-time use. Great to complement glasses, for everyday or occasional use, for sport, work or play. Very convenient. Available for nearsightedness, farsightedness, short sightedness and long sightedness.

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MONTHLY DISPOSABLE CONTACT LENSES

Designed for monthly replacement. Ideal for those who prefer a spectacle-free look and want to wear them every day of the week. Must be removed and cleaned after wear. Available for nearsightedness, farsightedness, short sightedness and long sightedness.

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TORIC CONTACT LENSES

Either daily or monthly lenses. Helps people with astigmatism to see clearly.

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MULTIFOCAL CONTACT LENSES

Can be either daily or monthly contact lenses. Used by people with presbyopia to see clearly at near, intermediate or far distances – for example, to read a smartphone, watch TV or drive.

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COLOURED CONTACT LENSES

Ideal if you want to change up your look. You can either enhance or change your natural eye colour. Can be either daily or monthly contact lenses.

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CONTACT LENS SOLUTIONS

Designed to clean and disinfect contact lenses. No need to use them If you are wearing daily disposable contact lenses. But if you are wearing other types of contact lenses, using a contact lens solution is a must.

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    References

    * Eye exam may be required. Professional fees may apply. Only your optician can determine if contact lenses are right for you. Parental consent is required for those under the age of 16.

     

    ** Dk/t=138 @ -3.00D (AIR OPTIX AQUA), Dk/t=108 @ -3.00D (AIR OPTIX for ASTIGMATISM)

     

    *** Dk/t=175 @ -3.00D. Compared to any monthly reusable lens.

     

    † Most breathable daily disposable lens dk/t=156 @ -3.00D. Compared to any branded daily disposable lens

     

    †† AIR OPTIX® NIGHT & DAY® AQUA lenses are approved for daily wear and for up to 30 nights continuous wear. Not everyone can wear lenses for a full 30 nights. Please consult your optician.

     

    § On average. Based on a subset of patients from a larger clinical trial that used AIR OPTIX AQUA contact lenses and OPTI-FREE pureMoist in combination. Results at Day 30.

     

    §§ On average compared to habitual lens care. Based on a subset of patients from a larger clinical trial that used AIR OPTIX AQUA contact lenses and AOSEPT PLUS with HydraGlyde in combination. Results at Day 30.

     

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