DISPOSABLE CONTACT LENSES
Easy, Healthy, and Affordable.
There are many benefits of disposable contact lenses, however when they were first introduced to the market in 1987 they were very expensive and not a great option for all contact wearers. However, things have changed and now all of the benefits of disposable contact lenses are included with a significantly more affordable option. Also, today disposable contact lenses make up the majority of the market and it seems as if everyone is wearing them! The reason is because disposable contact lenses are healthy, easy, and now they are affordable.
There are a wide variety of contact lenses, so it is important for you to be able to distinguish between disposable contact lenses and the other types. Basically, disposable contact lenses are contacts that you buy, use, and then throw away. There are some two week disposable contact lenses and then there are dailies as well, so the convenience level and affordability of the different options will help you make the best decision. Then, there are also frequent replacement lenses. These lenses are replaced every couple of months or even sooner, but they are not as convenient as disposable contact lenses despite the fact they are often grouped with disposable contact lenses. Other contact lenses are reusable or long term because they are replaced every six months to a year.
Individuals can get very confused about the wearing and replacement schedule of their contacts. The above information is the replacement schedule, or how often you must buy new contacts to replace the old ones. There is also a wearing schedule which outlines how often you need to take your contacts out and when you can put them back in. Generally, there are two types of wearing schedules regardless of whether you have disposable contact lenses or long term contact lenses. You will have either daily schedules where you wear your contacts all day each day and then take them out to clean at night or you will have extended wear contacts and you will sleep in these instead of taking them out. Obviously, you can see how it might be easy to confuse your wearing schedule with your replacement schedule if your optometrist does not make it very clear.
So, if you really want disposable contact lenses you can have them and then make the choice as to whether you want daily wear or extended wear. Of course, your optometrist will recommend the disposable contact lenses that are best for you and your eye health because everyone's eyes are different and not all types of contact lenses are right for everyone.
- Disposable Contact Lenses - they are discarded and replaced after two weeks if not sooner.
- Frequent replacement lenses - they are replaced every one to three months. Traditional/Reusable - these are replaced every six months if not before.
- Extended wear lenses - you can sleep in them for up to two weeks.
- Daily disposable lenses are removed and discarded every night eliminating the need for cleaning solutions. You and your doctor should determine the replacement schedule. The wearing schedule defines how often you remove, replace, or discard your lenses.
- Day and night Contact Lenses - You wear these lenses day and night for up to 30 days. You then remove them and dispose of them. It is my personal opinion that if you can tolerate them the Day and Night Contact lenses would be the best idea. Imagine what you can do with all the time you save because you aren't busy cleaning your lenses every night.
Ease and Health of Disposables
Disposable contact lenses are great because they are replaced on a regular basis. However, the ultimate in convenience are the daily disposables. These disposable contact lenses are worn one time and then they are discarded. All you need to do is open a fresh pack of disposable contact lenses in the morning, wear them all day, then at night toss them in the trash rather than storing them in a case and cleaning them. This is amazing because it takes away all the cleaning solutions, contact cases, and the like, and you simply use a new pair of lenses the next day. You will love this option because it is so easy. The other benefit to these daily disposables is that they are ultra healthy and have the least risk of eye infections and other eye problems than other types of contacts. When you wear your contacts for the day then toss them in the trash there is no time for protein buildup and other things that can make your contacts dirty, difficult to see out of, uncomfortable, and increase the risk of eye infections.
What are some of the benefits of using disposable contact lenses?
- There is lower risk of infections, lenses are sterile
- There is not enough time for calcium and protein to build up on them.
- They result in clearer vision.
- They are not for use with cleaning solutions.
- There is no worry about having cleaning solutions or storing them.
- Daily disposables are ideal for people who suffer from allergies, especially during the high allergy season.
- The are great for people who wear contacts only a few days a week. They are also cheaper if you wear them only a few days a week.
- If you rip your lenses or lose them, you simply discard them and open a new package.
The benefits of disposable contact lenses are greater than eyeglasses. Some people keep a pair of glasses just in case something has to happen to their lenses.
Optometrists have long known that replacing lenses on a regular basis is the healthiest option; however this was not an option because contact lenses were incredibly expensive and nobody could afford to pay for a new pair of contact lenses on a daily basis. Then, contact manufacturers learned how to produce contacts quickly and efficiently in bulk, thus saving a considerable amount of money for contact lens wearers and giving individuals the option of daily disposable lenses and the best eye health available for those wearing disposable contact lenses.
If you have extended wear contacts or are still wearing glasses, then consider making an appointment with your optometrist to see if you are a good candidate for disposable contact lenses. More than likely you are and before you know it you will be enjoying crisp, clear vision all the time with your disposable contact lenses while knowing you are at a significantly reduced risk for eye infections and other eye problems due to contact lens wear. You might still be worried about the cost of disposable contact lenses, but once you discuss the prices with your optometrist you will be pleasantly surprised. Not to mention that when you wear disposable contact lenses you have no need for cleaning solutions, lens cases, and all those maintenance items that can really increase the amount of money you spend on your contact lenses. Disposable contact lenses really are the best option for your eye health, your convenience, as well as your budget. Go ahead and make the switch to disposable contact lenses and when you do you will wonder what took you so long in the first place because they are just that wonderful.
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