Optimal contact lenses for people with Astigmatism - Optima Toric

Astigmatism or “a stigmatism” as some people mistakenly call it is an eye condition brought on by an irregular-shaped cornea. Blurry vision occurs as a result of the way the light passes through the eyes. In a regular-shaped cornea, light travels and get focused in one single area or target that results in clear and crisp images. For people with astigmatism and their irregular-shaped cornea, light gets diffused in a wider arc compared to the normal. Aside from the blurry vision, headaches are also a common symptom because the eyes strain so hard to get the focus right. In other instances, astigmatism also occurs with either myopia (nearsightedness) or hyperopia (far-sightedness).

In order to correct astigmatism, people were usually content with wearing eyeglasses. Surgery which can alter the shape of the cornea may be cost-prohibitive to some people, although it is also an option. It’s certainly a big contribution to astigmatics when contact lens manufacturers came up with new toric lenses for astigmatism.

One such brand of toric lenses is the Optima Toric brand manufactured by Bausch and Lomb. For many years, Bausch and Lomb has been a leading manufacturer of contact lenses. Their reputation is one of the factors why Optima Toric lenses are a top choice among people with astigmatism. The key to the success of the Optima Toric is its prism-ballast stabilizing method that contains the movement of the lenses in the eyes, giving a clearer and crisper vision. The lens also has an orientation indicator to assist you when putting in the lenses in your eyes. It makes sure that you correctly position the lens to give the best comfort and visual acuity.

Optima Toric contact lenses are designed for daily wear with a corresponding cleaning routine. However, it’s best to consult your eye doctor to get the perfect replacement schedule for you.

Manufacturer Website: Bausch & Lomb Contact Lenses