Finally, a colored contact lens that Bedford Family Eye Care can feel comfortable recommending!
Introducing the AIR OPTIX Colored Contacts by Alcon.
When plastic (hydrogel) colored contact lenses came out in the 1990's, they were cutting edge technology. They allowed you to modify or accent your look, and gave an oxygen level of around 20 (Dk/t). Unfortunately, as time went along and more studies came out that showed the risks and damage to the eye associated with oxygen levels under ~30 (Dk/t), the eye care industry as a whole began to move towards higher and higher oxygen lenses (upwards of 100 Dk/t is standard now with most new lenses). In order to achieve these higher oxygen levels, silicone had to be added to the lenses. This allowed the lens to breathe on your eye and significantly reduced the risks for scarring, ulcers, and other conditions created with wearing the low-oxygen plastic hydrogel lenses....
The problem with colored contact lenses was that the color they used didn't bind with the silicone in the new lens materials. They repelled each other. And for over 25 years, there was no innovation to get around this apparent technology block. So, most eye care providers simply stopped recommending them because they were no longer acceptable given the risks to the eye, and the fact that the newer lenses were so much healthier.
So, back to the future. Here we are. It's 2014 and we now have the first colored silicone hydrogel contact lens that actually delivers 138 Dk/t to the eye! The way they did it seems simple, but I'm sure it was more complicated than I think because it took them 25 years to do it... Instead of painting the color on the front surface of the lens (as was done in the 90s), they put the color in the middle core of the lens and surrounded it with silicone, providing two major benefits. 1.) Great Oxygen Levels, and 2.) Great Comfort! No longer do you feel the colored surface on the front of the lens or have problems with dryness towards the end of the day like you did with the old Freshlook contacts. These lenses are new, and we are excited to recommend them to you! Welcome back to the future!
What to do: Visit the AirOptix Colors Website Studio
AIR OPTIX Colored Contacts by Alcon | AirOptix.com
Upload your photo or browse the colors using the models provided. Pick up to two colors, write them down, then schedule an appointment here, or call 540-586-9575:
During your appointment we will give you a pair of free trial/diagnostic lenses, allowing you to try them on before your purchase. Get excited!
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