From daily disposables to specialty lenses, the world of contact lenses has never had more options. Find out which type is right for your lifestyle and vision needs.
Contact Lenses: More Options Than Ever
Today's contact lenses are more comfortable, healthier, and more convenient than ever before. Whether you're new to contacts or considering switching types, this guide will help you understand your options.
Types of Contact Lenses
Daily Disposable Lenses
The healthiest and most convenient option for most people. You wear a fresh pair every day and simply throw them away at night — no cleaning, no storage, no hassle.
Best for: People with allergies, those prone to eye infections, occasional wearers, and anyone who wants maximum convenience.
Popular brands: Acuvue Oasys 1-Day, Dailies Total1, Precision1
Bi-Weekly and Monthly Lenses
Worn for 2 weeks or a month, then replaced. Require daily cleaning and proper storage.
Best for: Full-time wearers who want a cost-effective option.
Popular brands: Acuvue Oasys, Air Optix, Biofinity
Toric Lenses for Astigmatism
Specially designed to correct astigmatism, these lenses have different powers in different meridians and are weighted to stay in the correct orientation.
Multifocal Contact Lenses
Designed for people who need correction for both near and distance vision (presbyopia). A great alternative to reading glasses for contact lens wearers over 40.
Colored Contact Lenses
Available in prescription and non-prescription versions, colored lenses can enhance or change your eye color. Always purchase from a licensed eye care provider — never from costume shops or online retailers without a prescription.
Specialty Lenses
Scleral Lenses: Large-diameter rigid lenses that vault over the entire cornea, resting on the white of the eye. Excellent for irregular corneas (keratoconus), severe dry eye, and post-surgical eyes.
Orthokeratology (Ortho-K): Rigid lenses worn overnight to reshape the cornea, providing clear vision during the day without any lenses. Also used for myopia control in children.
Hybrid Lenses: Combine a rigid center for crisp vision with a soft skirt for comfort.
Contact Lens Care Tips
1. Always wash your hands before handling lenses
2. Never sleep in lenses unless specifically designed for extended wear
3. Replace your lens case every 3 months
4. Never use tap water with contact lenses
5. Follow your replacement schedule — don't stretch your lenses beyond their intended wear period
6. Remove lenses before swimming or showering
7. Attend your annual contact lens exam — your prescription and eye health need regular monitoring
Signs You Should Remove Your Contacts Immediately
- •Redness or irritation
- •Blurry vision
- •Discharge or unusual secretions
- •Pain or discomfort
- •Sensitivity to light
Getting Fitted at ProVision
A contact lens fitting is more than just determining your prescription. We measure the curvature of your cornea, assess your tear film quality, and evaluate your eye health to recommend the best lens type for you.
Schedule your contact lens fitting at ProVision Eye Associates and experience the difference that properly fitted lenses make.
