Nowadays, it is approximated that greater than ONE HUNDRED million individuals all over the world are wearing contacts. These products are preferred and innovation enhances them everyday making them much more preferable.
Why Contacts?
There are individuals that prefer contacts over glasses because they think that they look better without glasses. Another reason that determines people to wear contact lenses is the cosmetic one. There is a great variety of decorative contact lenses that can change the eye’s appearance. And there are those who appreciate their practical side. Maybe the sports that they play do not work with glasses or they are wearing something over their face that will not allow glasses to be worn, etc…
The first contact lenses ever made were developed out of glass. As technology increased, new types appeared, as the ones made of Plexiglas and the rigid gas permeable ones, but, nowadays, the soft contact lens is the most appreciated. Rigid gas permeable contact lenses are recommended to the persons with dry eyes as these lenses contain no water that could evaporate during the wearing.
Deciding to wear contact lenses will require a visit to the eye doctor. The eye doctor will give you an eye exam and determine the best options for your vision correction. There are many options with regards to contact lenses such as the material, daily wear or extended wear, and the shape, in addition to many more options.
Daily wear lenses that are properly cleaned and maintained on a daily basis, are a practical option as the danger of infection is reduced compared to extended wear lenses. Disposable lenses do not require cleaning as they are single-use only. This also keeps you away from spending money on cleaning or storage solutions.
On the other hand, the extended wear type of contact lenses allows people to easily wear contacts for a longer period while allowing oxygenation (they usually have a high oxygen permeability rate). Some individuals like them as their benefit is evident, however the danger of infection is greater compared to daily wear contact lenses due to the bacterial stagnancy, dirt build-up, etc…
