How to Choosethe Best Daily Contact Lenses For You
There is a huge selection of daily disposable contacts on the market today. Trying to decide which one is going to be the best for you can be a daunting task, but Visionworks is here to help make it easier for you. You should always consult your local eye doctor before purchasing contacts, but this list will help you figure out what to start looking for in a contact lens to decide if it will be right for you.
What are The Best Daily Contacts For Your Needs?
Unfortunately, there is not simply one type of contact lens that is going to be best for everyone. Your eyes and vision health are unique, so you need to match your contacts to best suit your individual needs and wants. Below are some of the factors to consider when choosing contacts.
What is the Cost of Daily Disposable Contacts?
First and foremost, cost is a big factor for a lot of people when buying contact lenses. Daily contact lenses are typically more expensive than bi-weekly or monthly contacts but offer the convenience of not needing to clean and reuse the same lenses. Daily disposable contacts are a great option for people looking for a hassle-free option, or for first-time contact lens wearers. While the cost of daily contacts is typically more expensive, there are still ways to save money on them. Also, remember that with daily contacts you will save money on lens care and cleaning products because you will not need them.
Buy Large Quantity Packs
Buying larger quantity packs of contacts is usually more economical than the same contacts in a smaller pack. Buying a larger supply in one box not only saves you money, but it also means that you can go longer without having to repurchase.
Do You Need Multifocal Contact Lenses?
Multifocal contact lenses are designed to help people that struggle with Presbyopia. Presbyopia is a vision problem that occurs most frequently in people over the age of 40. This condition causes difficulty focusing on close-up objects, but not distant objects. It is a common reason for people to purchase bifocals or reading glasses.
Multifocal contact lenses have improved significantly in recent years, leading many people to use them instead of (or alternating between) their reading glasses. These types of contacts allow you to see near objects clearly without sacrificing distance vision.
One of our favorite multifocal contact lenses is 1-Day Acuvue Moist Multifocal. These contacts have one of the highest levels of UV protection available in a daily disposable contact lens, as well as LACREON® Technology to keep your eyes moist and comfortable all day long.
Do You Have Astigmatism?
Astigmatism is a vision problem caused by an irregular shape in the curvature of your eye. While it’s often associated with nearsightedness and farsightedness, astigmatism causes blurry vision regardless of the distance. Many people mistakenly believe that if you have this condition, you need to wear glasses to correct it and cannot wear contacts. That is not the case. There are specific contacts designed to correct astigmatism.
In our opinion, one of the best daily contacts for astigmatism is the Clariti 1 Day Toric. These allow you to have the convenience of daily contacts with the healthier advantages of silicone hydrogel. They also provide UVA and UVB protection, which is great for children and anyone that spends a lot of time outdoors.
Do You Have Allergies or Dry Eyes?
Allergies and dry eyes are both frustrating problems to deal with on their own, but it can be far more miserable for people that also wear contact lenses. To help combat this problem, some contact lenses use special technology to increase the moisture content in the lens. This can help ease irritation caused by allergies and dry eyes.
One of our best daily contacts for dry eyes is Dailies Total 1. These contacts use water gradient technology to create a cushion of moisture on your eye. Additionally, daily contacts tend to help symptoms from allergies and dry eye more than reusable contacts due to the fact that you start with a fresh pair each day, which reduces the number of allergens you come in contact with. Click here to learn more about treatment and prevention tactics for allergies and contacts.
Do You Want Colored Contacts?
Do you ever wish you had a different eye color? Colored contacts are able to drastically change the appearance of your eye color, while still offering all of the benefits of a traditional contact lens. You can get colored contacts in each of the categories mentioned above such as colored contacts for dry eyes, multifocal, or astigmatism. These types of contacts still require a prescription, even if the person buying them does not need vision correction.
One of our favorite colored contacts is Dailies Colors. These use Alcon’s 3-in-1 Color Technology to change the color of your eye while also making them appear bigger and brighter. They are offered in 4 different colors, and you can even virtually try them on here so that you can decide which color you like best before purchasing.
Consult a Professional
Before changing contact lenses or choosing some for the first time, you should always visit an eye doctor near you for a comprehensive eye exam. They will be able to make sure that your prescription is correct and that your vision problems are not being caused by an underlying issue. Come see us at a Visionworks location near you for help choosing the best daily contact lenses for you!
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