What type of lenses are there?
A. There has never been a wider range of lens type available to suit all types of prescription. We most commonly fit soft monthly or daily disposable lenses, but also have available toric lenses to correct astigmatism, bifocal contact lenses, two weekly disposables, lenses for up to 30 days continuous (including overnight) wear, gas permeable lenses, colour tinted lenses and other more complex types. Q. Which ones would be best for me? A. This depends very much on your prescription, the shape of the front of the eye and how often the lenses are to be worn. In general, daily disposable contact lenses are better for those who require wear two or three times a week or who find care and cleaning of conventional lenses a nuisance. Other lens types have various advantages and disadvantages. Q. How much will they cost? A. We have an up to date price list – please ask for a copy – but the choice of lens type must be dictated by suitability as well as cost! Q. What if I lose one? A. We have a r
