Soft Contact Lenses
Soft contact lenses have completely revolutionized the industry and make a world of difference to people who are tired of losing and breaking their hard contacts.
Soft contacts now account for more than 80% of all contact lenses sold, and are available in both disposable and extended-wear varieties.
Soft contact lenses are made of soft gel-like plastic that allows oxygen to reach. Soft lenses are also high in water content, which enhances comfort throughout the day.
Soft contacts generally feel better than hard contacts and they put less pressure on your cornea. In addition, they rarely allow dust or other particles to get trapped between the lens and the eye, and it takes your eyes less time to get used to soft contacts.
Soft contacts are not for everyone, though, and can be used to treat myopia and hyperopia only.
There are literally hundreds of manufacturers of soft contacts in North America alone, so it pays to shop around. Check out the shopping links on this page to reach some of the leading online suppliers of contact lenses!
