If you are seeking extended wear contact lenses for your astigmatism, and especially if you are suffering dryness and discomfort from your current eye contacts, ACUVUE Oasys For Astigmatism is a toric contact lens brand you will enjoy.
Like their similar cousins, ACUVUE Advance For Astigmatism, ACUVUE Oasys toric lenses are made by parent company Johnson and Johnson. Both brands are disposable and can be worn for one or two weeks with daily cleaning. ACUVUE Oasys, however, beats Advance in that it is also approved by the FDA for non-stop and overnight wear of up to six days.
ACUVUE Oasys uses an advanced silicon polymer compound called Hydraclear Plus. It is a very moisture rich substance found inside and outside of each lens. The polymer keeps a high moisture level because it is primarily composed of water-loving long-branch molecules. The result is a silky, super-smooth feel every day and night that the lenses are worn. They are so smooth that it is easy to forget you are wearing them, even in difficult environments or if you tend to suffer from dry eyes.
These toric contact lenses are also remarkably breathable, which is absolutely vital for any extended wear eye contacts. Breathability is essential for your eye, since the eye needs oxygen in order to function correctly. Hydraclear Plus permits an incredible 98% of available oxygen to penetrate through the lens down to your cornea.
ACUVUE Oasys astigmatism lenses also provide almost complete protection against ultraviolet rays. Ultraviolet protection matters because the sun’s UV rays can harm your eyes. These lenses provide up to 96% protection against UV-A, and nearly 100% protection against UV-B. That is much greater than the relatively meager 10% and 30% protection respectively offered by some other brands!
Astigmatism contact lenses must remain motionless in position on the eye rather than float around, because their shape and position combat the scattering of light that astigmatism causes. ACUVUE Oasys lenses counter astigmatism through advanced toric lens engineering its makers call Accelerated Stabilization Design. The design minimizes contact between the lens and the eyelid when the eye blinks, and also harnesses pressure caused by the eyelids themselves to keep the lens where it belongs. ACUVUE Oasys lenses have four stabilization zones instead of a single heavy “ballast” zone at the bottom of the lens as found on most other toric lenses, which results in enhanced stability and sharp vision.
If you think extended wear toric lenses are for you, you should consult a doctor to ensure that your eyes can tolerate extended wear lenses since everyone’s medical needs are different. If your doctor says you are eligible, then you’ll be glad you gave ACUVUE Oasys a try.