Disposable Contact Lens - A Look At This Convenient Option

They began popular in the mid-90s – a disposable contact lens. In many ways these throw-away lenses, replaced eyeglasses for many. People who have short or far sight have been increasingly attracted to the disposable contact lens option. Japan, in particular, has taken to this new form of fashion with euphoria. Each month, hundreds, if not thousands of Japanese wearers order another month’s supply of lenses. Department stores, opticians and large hospitals see an influx in patients wanting to have disposable contact lens.

Across the world people with minor eye problems are switching to the disposable contact lens. Some of these people switch for, perhaps, narcissistic reasons while many others for improved vision. It is true that contact lenses do allow the wearer to see better – the lens sits on the eye itself rather than in front of the eye as with glasses. Contact lens manufacturers are pumping out disposable lenses quicker than Ford can drive a new car off the assemble line. These companies have no choice but to produce disposable lenses in mass amounts - the public is demanding it. One such company supplying disposable contact lens to millions around the world is Johnson & Johnson - the Acuvue series. Retailing at different prices, depending on the amount of days you buy, the Acuvue brand is a popular contact lens and has no doubt yielded Johnson & Johnson a handsome profit. The lenses are soft and one can purchase from six pairs (6 days) up to 90 pairs, (3 months). It is important, however, prior to purchasing disposable contact lens that you visit an eye specialist and have him or her confirm (in writing) that you are allegeable to wear disposable contacts. Johnson & Johnson wants wearers to be sure that their choice is the right one.

It is generally accepted that a disposable contact lens should be changed daily and that to keep the lens in your eye too long, may cause irritation. This is quite true; however, there are some people who wear the same pair of contacts for two or three days. This is very dangerous and could lead to serious eye problems if continued. Your eyes are one of the most important organs you have, don’t abuse them – you’ve only got the one pair and they are not replaceable, not yet anyway. If you follow the advice of your eye doctor and other contact lens specialists, then your clear vision days are just beginning.