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Are Daily Contact Lenses Right for You?

Whether you already wear contact lenses or are considering trying them out, the idea of daily contact lenses might appeal to you. If so, keep reading to learn about daily disposable contact lenses.

A person putting a contact lens on her eye

What Are Contact Lenses?

In case you don’t know, contact lenses are thin, concave silicone lenses made to be placed directly on your eyes. Much like prescription glasses, contact lenses are generally used to correct your vision, but they can also be used for cosmetic or costume effects to change the appearance of your eyes. That, however, is a topic for another blog.

 

Types of Contact Lenses

The main types of contact lenses available in Canada are:

 

Reusable contact lenses (monthlies)

  • usually need to be cleaned and stored each night


One-time use (dailies)

  • cannot be worn a second time

  • should be discarded in the trash or according to a recycling program

 

The Pros and Cons of Contact Lenses

The general advantages of contact lenses include:

·       comfort

·       aesthetics

·       seamless field of vision

·       ability to easily wear protective eyewear

·       no fogging up or getting wet

·       safety during sports and other activities

 

The disadvantages include:

·       increased sensitivity to sunlight

·       a risk of dry eyes or irritation

·       the need to remove, clean, and store, except in the case of daily contact lenses

·       increased waste from packaging, cleaning products, and the lenses themselves. However, contact lens companies are paring with recycling facilities to keep the more than 290 million Canadian contact lenses and their packaging out of landfills. 

 

Advantages of Dailies

Daily contact lenses offer several benefits that enhance eye health and overall comfort:

 

  • Healthier for Your Eyes: Daily lenses reduce the risk of eye infections and complications by eliminating the need for cleaning and storage.

  • Enhanced Oxygen Permeability: These lenses allow more oxygen to reach the cornea, promoting better eye health and comfort.

  • Reduced Dryness: Daily lenses tend to be more comfortable and less prone to causing dryness, as they are designed for single use.

  • Minimized Protein Build-Up: With daily disposables, there is less opportunity for protein deposits to accumulate, which can help maintain clearer vision.

  • Increased Comfort: Many users find daily lenses more comfortable as they benefit from fresh lenses each day.

  • Convenience: Daily lenses are easy to use and dispose of, eliminating the need for nightly cleaning and storage.

  • Less Maintenance: The need for lens care solutions and cleaning routines is significantly reduced.

  • Timesaving: Daily disposables streamline your routine by eliminating the need for daily maintenance.

Disadvantages of Dailies

·       You cannot put dailies back in once you take them out because they are flimsy and unclean.

·       Dailies can be more expensive than longer-lasting contact lenses.

 

Benefits of Daily Contact Lenses

Despite these two disadvantages, you may still be leaning towards daily contact lenses because, as seen above, they have many advantages, including no maintenance, which saves time each night and money each month.

 

This is a huge benefit for frequent travelers, for with daily contact lenses, there is no need to worry about packing large and bulky containers of solution and cleaner or remembering your contact case and post-contact eyeglasses.

 

Other people who benefit from the simplicity of disposable contacts are:

·       people with dry eyes: daily contacts are thinner than monthlies and allow for better breathability. They also contain lots of water and provide extra lubrification

·       allergy sufferers: fresh dailies have no build-up

·       first-time contact wearers and school-aged wearers

·       people who tend to lose things: all you need to keep track of is the package of dailies

·       people who damage things: dailies are easily replaced and require less handling than reusable contact lenses

·       athletes and active individuals who are in contact with dirt, sweat, water, etc. – particularly swimmers

·       occasional contact lens wearers

 

How to Get Daily Contact Lenses in Langley

If you think daily contact lenses are right for you, contact your favourite optometrist at Langley Optometry Clinic for either a children’s eye exam or an adult eye exam and an appointment to get properly fitted for daily contact lenses. Feel free to fill out this pre-examination form for quicker service on the day of your appointment.

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