Toric contact lenses: correct astigmatism with toric contact lenses from Contactlenses.co.uk

For those who have been diagnosed with astigmatism, there are a variety of different options for treating the condition, including laser eye surgery and spectacles.  

However, one of the most popular options today is toric contact lenses. These are easy and safe to use, helping you to see clearly without having to worry about wearing eyeglasses or having expensive corrective surgery. 

Astigmatism is a vision condition caused by the corneas not being perfectly round, but rather slightly oblong - similar in shape to a rugby ball. This irregular shape causes light to focus incorrectly inside the eye, resulting in blurry vision - especially when viewing small details. 

The shape of toric contacts is significantly unlike other types of corrective lenses, as they feature two different curvatures. This enables them to effectively treat the wearer's vision problems.

Because of the unique shape of toric lenses, it is essential for them to maintain the same positioning while on the eye - otherwise the wearer's vision will become blurry again.

This is accomplished by manufacturing the lenses to be slightly thicker on the bottom. Whenever the wearer blinks, the movement of the eyelids realigns the lens on the eye, thus keeping them correctly placed. In some cases, they may also include tiny weights for the same result.

While astigmatism was once difficult to correct with lenses, the technology has vastly improved, meaning that most people can wear contact lenses with astigmatism. Today, there are many different types of toric lenses, including many of the same options you'd expect for other types of vision correction. 

A popular option for those who wear torics are toric daily disposables, for example, Focus Daily Toric or 1 Day Acuvue for Astigmatism which provide the benefit of convenience, as you never have to worry about cleaning or otherwise caring for the lenses. This is also why many eye care professionals consider this option one of the most hygienic choices for your eyes. A few years ago daily torics could only correct fairly low values of astigmatism, but it is now common to correct up to 1.75D.

Monthly disposables toric are also a very popular choice with consumers and can often correct up to 2.50D of astigmatism, for example AirOptix for Astigmatism.

For those who need to replace their lenses on a more frequent basis two-week disposable torics are a good alternative, for example Acuvue Advance for Astigmatism. 

For those who suffer from dry eyes, torics can also be provided in materials designed to relieve the itching and discomfort associated with the condition. Biofinity Toric is particularly well suited to dry eye conditions.

If you're interested in getting toric contacts, the first thing you should do is get in touch with your eye care practitioner. They will carry out a full examination on your eyes to determine the severity of your astigmatism and help you determine which option is best for your particular requirements. 

At Contactlenses.co.uk, we offer a vast collection of toric contact lenses. Our products are manufactured by many of the world's leading brands and our online shop makes it easy and affordable for you to find just what you need - all from the comfort of home. 

We can also help you keep up to date with the latest contact lenses news, including the most recent research and developments in toric contact lenses.