Know What Type Of Contact Lenses You Should Go For When You Suffer From Dry Eyes
Unfortunately for some of us, winter can mean experiencing dry eyes, or for some more serious, long-term cases, dry eye syndrome. If you suffer from this problem and wear eye contact lenses, here are 3 types of lenses you should go for to prevent your dry-eye problem:
1.Soft Lenses
Soft contact lenses (as opposed to hard lenses, or also known as, rigid gas permeable lenses – RGPs) are often better for dry eyes because they hold more water, are more flexible, and are replaced more often (dailies), causing less build-up of deposits, explains Dr. Baik.
Source: [1] Very Well Health
2.Silicone Hydrogel Lenses
Dr. Gary Heiting, O.D., explains that silicone hydrogel lenses are advanced soft lenses that allow more oxygen to pass through the lenses. With more oxygen passing through the lenses, the likelihood of red eyes, eye discomfort and blurred vision decreases.
Source: [1] All About Vision
3.Lens Water Content
Stephanie Watson, in Healthline explains that contact lenses with high-water content are more likely to cause dry eye, than low-water content lenses. When you first put in high-water content lenses, they quickly send moisture to your eye, however they dry out faster – whereas low-content water lenses do not.
Source: [1] Healthline
Don’t Forget Eyedrops
Dr. Ann Marie Griff, O.D, recommends gels and ointments over regular over-the-counter eye drops because they stay in the eyes longer. In addition, long-term prescription eye drops , and eye drops without preservatives are also recommended for dry eyes.
Source: [1] Healthline
Please note that this article, or any posts published on this website, is not intended to be a substitute for any medical diagnosis, advice or treatment – it’s always important for readers to consult with their medical healthcare professional.
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