Tag: lenses
What is a toric contact lens?
For individuals with astigmatism, the quest for clear and crisp vision can be a challenge. The irregular curvature of the cornea or lens causes images to appear blurred or distorted. Fortunately, modern optometry has a solution: toric contact lens. These specialized lenses are designed to correct astigmatism, offering a path to visual clarity that was…
what is astigmatism
Astigmatism is a common refractive error that affects how the eye focuses light. It’s caused by an irregular curvature of the cornea or lens, leading to blurred or distorted vision. Astigmatism occurs when the front surface of the eye, the cornea, or the lens has varying curvatures in different meridians. Instead of being perfectly round…
Astigmatism to Regular Conversion Chart for Contact Lenses
This Astigmatism to Regular Conversion Chart for Contact Lenses is for finding the power (spherical value) of a regular contact lens that can provide adequate vision for users with mild astigmatism (+/-0.25 to +/-1.00) and spherical values between -6.00 and +6.00. Recall that usage of regular contact lenses for astigmatic people should be a temporary…
What are progressive lenses
Progressive lenses, also known as multifocal lenses or no-line bifocals, are eyeglass lenses designed to correct multiple vision problems in a single lens. They are specifically used for individuals who need help with seeing clearly at various distances, including both near and far. Seamless transition between different vision zones Unlike traditional bifocal or trifocal lenses…
How to Read Eye Prescription
What is the range of spherical cylinder and axis values in an eye glasses or contact prescription? See the highest and lowest values.
How Bad Is My Eye Prescription Calculator
Are you wondering just how bad your eye prescription is? Are you curious about whether your vision could benefit from a little extra correction? Introducing the “How Bad Is My Eye Prescription Calculator,” a user-friendly tool designed to help you understand and assess your eye prescription. How Bad Is My Eye Prescription Calculator With this…
Is UV protection on glasses worth it
In our previous post we learned about anti glare lenses and their benefits. In this article we talk about Ultraviolet Ray protection or simply put UV protective lenses on glasses and they are worth it. What is the difference between UV lenses and normal lenses? UV protective lenses are either glass or plastic lenses with…
Anti Glare Glasses benefits
In this article we talk about anti glare lenses for glasses, explain the benefits, and whether we need them in our lives. You are buying a new pair of glasses for yourself, when suddenly the optician asks you “Would you like anti-glare lenses?”. And you go “What?”. And then they say something you don’t quite…
Are Daily or monthly contact lenses better
Monthly and daily disposable contact lenses are the two main types of contacts available in the market. Also known as monthlies and dailies. As their names suggest, monthly contacts are those which can be worn from 1-12 months, while daily contacts are good for only one wear. Monthly Contact Lenses Monthlies come in varieties of…
can i wear regular contacts with astigmatism
There are normal people who wear contact lenses, and then there are those who have astigmatism and also wear contacts. Being a person with astigmatism, I too struggled with finding a pair of daily disposable contact lenses for my eyes. Always consult a medical professional before following stuff you find on the internet. It turns…