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We
offer the latest in contact lens care:
Because
many new types of contact lenses are available for a variety of vision
problems, we strongly recommend that anyone considering contacts first
consult a professional that specializes in the area. Our office places an
emphasis on providing you with the latest in contact lens care. We attend
special seminars to keep up to date and have modern equipment for the
evaluation, fitting and follow-up care of contact lens patients.
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The New Contact Lenses:
Contact
lenses are now available in most prescriptions for nearsightedness,
farsightedness, astigmatism and some bifocal corrections. The biggest
advance for the new millennium in both soft and firm lenses have the
benefits and improvements in manufacturing procedures with new lens
materials transmitting a greater supply of oxygen to the cornea. This
means more people than ever, even past failures, are now good candidates
for contact lens wear. Dr.
Garone has twenty-four years of experience in fitting all types of
contact lenses including soft, gas permeable, astigmatic contacts, and
bifocal lenses.
Some of the newest technology in contact lenses include daily
disposable and 30-day continuous wear contacts which are now available in
both soft and gas permeable materials.
Today there are traditional conventional lenses which may last to
one year with proper care, planned replacement or disposable lenses that
last from one day, to two weeks, to three months.
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 Professional
Fitting is Required:
The
fitting properties of a lens are determined by several factors including
lens curvature, diameter, and power. The all important factor is that the
lens must fit well enough to center properly but not so tight as to
prevent an adequate oxygen supply to the cornea.
Also, the lens prescription must properly correct your vision
problem. Considerable professional judgment is required in obtaining the
best fit. Frequently a lens must be worn several weeks to determine if the
oxygen supply is sufficient and the eye is adapting properly.
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You'll Learn Proper Care and Handling:
In addition to initial fitting, we will give you thorough instructions on
lens care and handling. This is something patients are frequently
concerned about, but is easily mastered with a little practice. The
cleaning procedures will be explained and demonstrated.
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What to expect from Contact Lenses:
For new wearers, it is common to experience some adjustment in both
comfort and vision during your first few weeks of contact lens wear. After
you have adapted, you should be able to wear your contacts for most
activities including work, social events and even strenuous sports. It is
unlikely a lens will be dislodged unless there is a direct contact to the
eye. You should exercise reasonable caution, of course.
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Four Elements Necessary for Successful Contact Lens Wear:
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1. Motivation |
Your desire to wear the lenses and your willingness to go
through the normal adaptation period. This includes adjusting to not
wearing glasses, as well as adapting to contact lenses.
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2. The Right Type of Eyes |
Naturally, your eyes must have the proper physical
characteristics in terms of corneal curvature and lens prescription. All
patients are carefully evaluated before contact lenses are recommended.
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3. A Good Fit |
Simply put, a good fit is dependent on the clinical
expertise of your doctor.
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4. Your Cooperation |
You must adhere to the prescribed wearing schedules,
lens handling techniques, and cleaning procedures.
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When
your get contact lenses, you should have a professional eye examination
before the fitting as well as follow-up care after the lenses have been
worn.
Many times your level of success and satisfaction with contacts
will be determined by the skill and expertise of your eye doctor.
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Your Doctor's Professional Judgment is More
Important than the Contact Lens Brand:
Patients
frequently ask about a certain well known lens brand because they are
highly advertised and enjoy a good reputation. Please be advised that
there are many excellent quality contact lenses on the market today for a
variety of vision problems. Our job is to know which kind is going to work
in your particular case. After examining you and evaluating such things as
your lens prescription, the shape and size of your cornea and your visual
needs, we will be able to recommend the type of contacts that are best for
you.
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