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Color contact lenses may seem like the perfect addition to your Halloween costume, but wearing them may come at great risk to your eye health. Color contact lenses, also known as decorative contact lenses or fashion contact lenses, cover the eye and can change a person’s eye color or give the eye a spooky, animal-like appearance. But, experts warn that the contacts are also medical devices that should be regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). That means if you are picking up a pair without a prescription or if they are being sold as a cosmetic product, the law is being broken. Part of the risk is that people often don’t go to the ophthalmologist or optometrist to make sure that the contacts fit properly.


Improper fit can lead to scratches on the cornea, which is the clear dome of tissue above the colored iris portion of the eye.fda.gov People can also get an ulcer on the cornea, known as a corneal infection.simplecontacts.com There’s also the risk of getting conjunctivitis, or pink eye, and having decreased vision. It some cases, these problems could lead to blindness. And the health risks could occur with only one wearing. Not keeping the contact lenses clean and moist can also lead to infections, the Food and Drug Administration pointed out on a post on its website. The problem is not the contact lenses themselves, but the fact that people often use them without consulting an eye care professional, don’t have a prescription and do not use the proper care.


"Bacterial infections can be extremely rapid, result in corneal ulcers, and cause blindness — sometimes within as little as 24 hours if not diagnosed and treated promptly," said Dr. Bernard Lepri, an optometrist at FDA. Many people are using contacts for the first time when they buy it for a costume, and they don’t even know how to put them in. This further increases the risk for scratching or damaging the eye. "You’re decked out in your Halloween costume, you have makeup on your face and mascara, which probably harbors bacteria, and your hands are dirty," Kondrot added. He also warned that some lenses themselves may be worrisome. Some unregulated, illegal products may use dyes that contains heavy metals like mercury and lead. "These are toxic chemicals that can actually penetrate the eye and enter the nervous system," he warned. If you still really want to wear the decorative lenses, the FDA recommended getting an eye exam from a qualified professional and getting a valid prescription. Buy the lenses from a retailer that requires a prescription and take care to follow the directions.


If it’s been a while since you last gave contact lenses a go, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. They’ve changed. Really changed. In fact, advances in technology mean they’re now more comfortable and wearable than ever before. There are lots of different types of contact lenses to choose from depending on whether you’re a once-in-a-while or a wear-every-day type. Our opticians will be happy to recommend the right ones for you. We wouldn’t want to sell you anything you’re not happy with, so before you commit to anything, we’ll let you try contact lenses free. You’ll get a full assessment and some help choosing your lenses.


Looking for great value contact lenses? You’ve come to the right place.amarketresearchgazette.com You can buy yours from us in store, order them online, or take advantage of our great all-inclusive easycare package. When you sign up to our easycare package and pay for your lenses by direct debit, you’ll get them delivered right to your door, as well as receiving a range of fantastic benefits. We want to make sure that you leave our store as a confident contact lens wearer. But if you get home and find there’s something you’re not sure about, pop back in to see us and we’ll be happy to help. Coloured contact lenses give you the option to boost your eye’s natural colour, or create a dramatic change, whatever the occasion. Find out about our range in store.


Contact lenses aren’t just for adults. In fact there’s no minimum age for wearing contacts - as long as your optician is happy for you to use them. We love glasses, but we also know they can get in the way when it comes to certain things in life. Playing sport, applying make-up and even travelling can be made easier with the help of contact lenses. Your contact lens appointment is a little different than a normal eye test. But they’re just as important. Learn about what to expect during a contact lens appointment. Learn how to properly dispose of your contact lenses as well as the packaging and solutions that come with them. Think your prescription is too weird for contact lenses? ’t an option. But that’s no problem. It’s not the end for contact lenses. As we get a little older, we’ll start to need different prescriptions for different things. But that doesn’t mean the end for contact lenses.


Each soft contact lens manufacturer determines the amount and location of prism in their soft toric contact lens designs. Specialeyes has chosen a base down prism ballast approach for their custom soft toric and multifocal toric contact lenses. Each SpecialEyes lens comes standard with 1.0 diopter of base down prism. Reference the shaded gray area within the image below for depiction of prism. What sets SpecialEyes’ design apart from many of the other custom soft toric contact lenses on the market today is the company’s ability to vary or customize the amount of prism in their lenses. SpecialEyes can vary the amount of base down prism in 0.10 diopter increments up to 4.0 diopters. It is even possible to add prism to a SpecialEyes custom soft spherical contact lens as well. You may be asking yourself, why would I ever need to alter the amount of prism in a sphere, toric or multifocal toric contact lens? There are two reasons that stand out. If you find a similar fitting scenario as the one above and feel an increase in base down prism is necessary, start by increasing the prism in 0.25 diopter steps. A general rule to follow is that the higher amount of fluctuating rotation, the greater amount of additional prism will be needed to correct the unstable lens.


This post will cover white contact lenses FAQ. We hope that the answers here will help you during your search for white contacts. As always, if you have any questions, or need any help during your shopping process, reach out and let us know! With over 25 Years in business, we can answer any questions you have. Are white contacts safe? As long as you purchase legal contact lenses from a reputable seller, white contact lenses are just as safe as other contact lenses on the market. You must have a prescription to purchase all contact lenses, even non corrective. Will white contacts work with brown eyes?


White contact lenses should cover your underlying eye color if they are theatrical, opaque lenses. In bright light condition, when your pupil is contracted, you may see your brown eyes peek through towards your pupil. Are white contacts illegal? If the seller doesn’t get approval from your eye doctor before they dispense your lenses, the lenses are likely illegal. Federal law requires doctor approval for all contact lenses, even non corrective. Can you see through white contacts? Yes. As long as the contacts don’t cover your pupil, your vision will be impaired minimally, if at all. Some styles of contact lenses such as the white mesh and the ‘dead eye’ will partially or completely block your vision.


What costume goes with white contacts? There are many types of costumes that can go with white contacts. The most popular costumes are zombie, vampire, demon, and scores of undead and possessed characters. White contacts are classic and versatile. How much do white contacts cost? 50. Be wary of "cheap" Halloween contact lenses. If the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. Buy legal contacts from trusted, legitimate sellers. Always priced per PAIR. White cat eye contact lenses by GOTHIKA® are one of our best selling cat eye design! Striking black and white lens design! FDA Cleared. Ready to ship! We MUST obtain approval from your eye doctor, even if the lenses are non-corrective. Federal Law requires us to verify prescriptions for ALL contact lens sales, including Plano. White Manson lenses are among our most popular Halloween contacts. Top choice if you are shopping for zombie contacts! White out lenses are our most popular Halloween contacts. Top choice if you are shopping for zombie contacts!


Flushing contact lenses down the sink or toilet is adding to plastic pollution in oceans and rivers - and could even lead to them being served up in our food, new research has warned. Some 4.2million people in the UK wear contact lenses, and one in five wearers dispose of them through the drainage system instead of with other solid waste - sometimes after just a single day's use. Now a research team based in the US has shown for the first time how they can get eaten by fish and other marine life and be returned to us on our plates.


The study, presented at an American Chemical Society meeting in Boston, was inspired by personal experience. Dr Rolf Halden, an environmental health engineer at Arizona State University, said: 'I had worn glasses and contact lenses for most of my adult life. But I started to wonder, has anyone done research on what happens to these plastic lenses? His team had already been investigating plastic pollution and it was a startling wake-up call when they could not find any relevant studies. Lab member Charlie Rolsky, a PhD student, told the conference: 'We began looking into the US market and conducted a survey of 139 people.


Share The team estimates up to 10 metric tons of plastic lenses end up in wastewater in the US alone each year. As they are denser than water they sink and endanger aquatic life, especially bottom feeders that may ingest them, explained Dr Halden. But transparent material is difficult to observe in wastewater. What is more, contact lenses are different from plastics used in other products, such as polypropylene, found in everything from car batteries to textiles. They are often made with a combination of poly(methylmethacrylate), silicones and fluoropolymers to create a softer material that allows oxygen to pass through the lens to the eye. So it is unclear how wastewater treatment affects them. In the first study of its kind five polymers found in many contact lenses were scanned after being exposed for varying time to microorganisms in wastewater treatment plants.


The microbes actually altered the surface of the lenses, weakening the plastic polymers. Mr Kelkar said: 'When the plastic loses some of its structural strength, it will break down physically. Aquatic organisms can mistake microplastics for food and since plastics are indigestible, this dramatically affects the marine animals' digestive system. These animals are part of a long food chain.nvisioncenters.com Some eventually find their way to the food supply, which could lead to people being exposed to plastic contaminants and pollutants that stick to the surfaces. By calling attention to the problem, the team hope lens manufacturers will take note and, at the very least, provide a label on the packaging describing how to properly dispose of them with other solid waste.


Microplastics are particles measuring less than five millimetres (0.2 inches). Improper disposal has resulted in tonnes of waste making its way into the ocean. They have been found in three in four deep sea fish. The amount of plastic rubbish in the world's oceans will outweigh fish by 2050 unless the world takes drastic action to further recycle. More than 80 per cent of the world's tap water is contaminated with plastic. Scientists warn microplastics are so small they could penetrate organs. Creatures of all shapes and sizes have been found to have consumed the plastics, whether directly or indirectly. Previous research has also revealed microplastics absorb toxic chemicals, which are then released in the gut of animals.


If you suffer from color deficiencies that are affecting your ability to obtain your dream job or licensing, then Dr. Thomas Azman has the solution for you. His innovative ColorCorrection System™ is the world’s only color blindness "treatment" with a 100% success rate for passing the Ishihara Color Plate Test. It works by using customized filters to change the wavelength of each color that goes into your eyes. These filters are designed uniquely for each individual and can be designed as color blind glasses or color blind contact lenses. Contact lenses for color blindness are the most common choice for many patients, even for those who have never worn lenses before.


If you’re nervous to undergo an eye correction procedure, rest assure that the ColorCorrection System™ is as simple and painless as it gets. Prior to the color blindness treatment process, you will receive a color vision evaluation and exam that can be completed in roughly six to eight hours. In just one visit you you will be prescribed customized color corrective lenses that will open your eyes to a whole new world of color and guarantee you passing the Ishihara Color Plate Test. To get more information or to request a consultation, contact Dr. Azman by phone or by filling out our secure online form. By undergoing color blindness treatment with Dr. Azman, you can get corrective lenses that allow you to pursue your passion without the boundaries created by your color deficiency. 2. If you have additional inquiries or want to schedule a consultation, contact Dr. Azman by phone or by filling out our secure online form.


Contact Lenses are a thin lens that is placed directly on the surface of the eye for vision correction or for aesthetic purposes such as changing of eye color.dailies.com We sell contact lenses to customers all over the world including USA, Canada, UK, Australia, Spain, France as well as UAE, KSA and the rest of the GCC. What are Contact Lenses? Contact lenses are mostly composed of a soft material, either hydrogel or silicone hydrogel with a high water content. Prescription contact lenses are used to correct vision, either nearsightedness or farsightedness and come with various power options. Prescription contact lenses are also available for Astigmatism, Multi-Focal or Bi-Focal requirements.


Prescription contact lenses are a safe and convenient option compared to eyeglasses and can be used for a wide range of activities and sports. They are available as daily, bi-weekly, or monthly replacements.mentalfloss.com We also offer an Extended range of contact lenses that can be worn overnight. Colored contact lenses come with a tint, pattern or limbal ring to change, define or highlight the color and size of your iris when worn. Colored contact lenses also come with prescription powers to meet your requirements. These contact lenses are often available as daily, monthly 3-month, 6-month or yearly replacement options. Colored contact lenses are often seen as a fashion statement and are growing in popularity with celebrities, social media influencers and Hollywood stars. Contact lenses require proper cleaning and storage. We offer a variety of Solutions and Accessories to take care of your contact lenses and establish a healthy cleaning routine. We offer a complete range of prescription contact lenses and colored contact lenses on our website. Order contact lenses online on our site and enjoy the best prices with free express delivery worldwide above a minimum order amount.


You know the old saying if it’s too good to be true then it probably is? The same might be said about Hubble contact lenses. Forbes Magazine recently ran a feature on the founders of Hubble contact lenses and their goal of disrupting the contact lens industry.allaboutvision.com According to the founders, contacts are "expensive because they can be. People are willing to pay hundreds of dollars. Is this really true? So far in 2017, 84% of the patients in my practice wear daily contact lenses. Cost has not been a hindrance because there is a daily lens available at various price points. Truth is, the economic laws of supply and demand apply in the contact lens industry as well.


As the population’s demand for daily wear contact lenses has increased, new and more brands of daily lenses have been developed, and prices have decreased. In fact, some dailies are now less expensive than monthly lenses. So what makes contact lens pricing vary? The difference in the cost of a box of single use contact lenses is most dependent on the materials involved in production. I typically explain this to my patients as 3 categories: low, middle, and high. The cheapest lenses are in the lowest category. I rarely prescribe these due to lack of breathability and dryness. Silicone hydrogel lenses like Acuvue Oasys 1 Day and Dailies Total One are premium quality contact lenses.


These lenses are superior in both the amount of oxygen they allow to your eyes, and long lasting moisture they provide throughout a day’s wear. The prices on these quality lenses are a reflection of the premium nature of the lens. So what material are Hubble contact lenses made out of? In contrast, Hubble contact lenses are made of methafilicon A. Several older monthly contacts were made out of methafilicon A including Frequency 55 and Vertex lenses. Both of these lenses have since been discontinued by CooperVision. The significance of this very low dk means that much less oxygen is getting to the cornea than with other commonly prescribed daily wear contact lenses. As we know, the dk of a contact lens is extremely important when prescribing a lens to patients in order to mitigate risk of corneal neovascularization, corneal ulcers, corneal edema, and other contact lens related complications.


Like any product, no matter the industry, a significant hidden aspect of cost is research and development. Whether contact lenses, lenses for our glasses or our iPhones, we pay for product evolution. When you are using an old contact lens material like Hubble contact lenses do, there is not an associated R&D cost. They are using someone else’s used goods. In the US, we are driven by technology and innovation. We run out to buy the latest and newest. We fork over our money to have the newest device and gizmo. Contact lenses are no different. In order for us to be able to wear more comfortable lenses each year, we must be willing to invest in the technology. We need lenses that we are able to wear after 10-12 hours of digital device use without drying out.


We must have lenses that are more resistant to corneal infections or inflammation. It’s imperative that companies continue to design lenses that provide us with superior vision and unparalleled optics. Could research and development efforts lead to contacts to enhance the vision of patients with macular degeneration or deliver medications for those with glaucoma? Could R&D lead to improved materials to reduce halo effect and make us more comfortable with night-time driving? Are contact lenses that protect us from the effects of blue light from digital devices in our future? According to their website, Hubble contact lenses are produced by St. Shine in Taiwan.


In a 2013 letter to St. Shire from the FDA, the FDA cited several violations by the company during an investigation. Read about the history of contact lens innovation and legislation here. Hubble’s biggest driving force has been their price. 1.00 a day/.50 cents per lens. Is this really a bargain? When you look at lenses of equal quality, you will see that it is not. It’s a low price for an older material lens, and similar in price (or more expensive) than older lenses listed below. 3.00 shipping charge per order. Would I prescribe Hubble contact lenses for my patients, friends or family? No, the technology in contact lenses today is far superior than the days of methafilicon A. Hubble is doing contact lens wearers a disservice by offering them old materials in contact lenses for a perceived lower price. The reality is, you can obtain lenses of superior quality and proven track record of safety and success for comparable costs. In a world driven by innovation and technology, our eyes deserve better.


• Toric contact lenses — These are soft contact lenses that are usually made of either the typical hydrogel material or a highly breathable silicone hydrogel. Rigid glass permeable (RGP or GP) toric contact lenses are other possible options, but these are typically prescribed for severe or unusual astigmatism cases. ◦ The lenses have varying powers in their different meridians, allowing them to correct the varying levels of myopia or hyperopia in the person’s eye. ◦ They have a design feature that allows the lens to rotate and adjust to the proper orientation on the cornea, allowing the power meridians of the lens to align with the appropriate eye meridians, giving the wearer clear vision.


Getting fitted for toric lenses requires more skill than getting fitted for typical soft lenses, as you will need to find a brand that gives both comfort and visual acuity. They also typically cost more than regular contact lenses, and are more expensive to replace. • Rigid gas permeable (RGP or GP) contact lenses — These lenses, as their name implies, are rigid, allowing them to retain their spherical shape on the eye, as opposed to conforming to the irregular shape of the cornea. They work because their uniform front surface acts as the primary refracting surface of the eye, therefore correcting astigmatism without the control rotation mechanism of toric lenses. GP lenses give the wearer sharper vision than toric lenses, but they can be more difficult to adapt to. They also need more expertise than both soft lenses and toric lenses, as they’re custom-made to parameters that the eye doctor has specified.