Wear on and off for 2 weeks, then throw away!

Advantages

• More cost effective for regular wear
• Available in larger range of prescriptions, including astigmatism
• More durable and breaks less easily

Things to be aware of

• Requires daily lens cleaning, which incurs cost for solutions and storage cases
• You will need to remember when to change to a new set of lenses
• Lenses may start to feel less comfortable towards the end of the lifespan of the contact lens
• Higher risk of infection if not cleaned and disinfected properly

Wear on and off for 1 month, then throw away!

Advantages

• More cost effective than daily disposable and fortnightly disposable contact lenses if wear daily
• Available in largest range of prescriptions, including astigmatism
• More durable and breaks less easily
• You can re-wear it as many times as you need to for 1 month
• Available in extended wear (see below) which means you can sleep in them

Things to be aware of

• Requires daily lens cleaning, which incurs cost for solutions and storage cases
• You will need to remember when to change to a new set of lenses
• Lenses may start to feel less comfortable towards the end of the lifespan of the contact lens
• Higher risk of infection if not cleaned and disinfected properly

Can be worn continuously for up to 30 days straight, without removal.

These contact lenses have the ability to let oxygen through to your even when your eyes are closed and do not require daily cleaning of the lenses.

Advantages

• Great for those with unpredictable lifestyles and need to get ready quickly
• And those with high prescriptions – provides clear vision at all times (including when showering and first thing in the morning!)

Things to be aware of

Higher risk of:

• Infection, inflammation and irritation without regular six monthly check up or poor hygiene.

To find out if you are suitable for extended wear contact lenses, please contact us on 3345 3383 for a comprehensive assessment!

Toric contact lenses are specially designed for those with astigmatism. Available in all the above lens types.

Astigmatism is a common vision condition that causes blurred vision. It occurs when the cornea (the clear front cover of the eye) is irregularly shaped or sometimes because of the curvature of the lens inside the eye.

Because of the uniquely shaped cornea, the contact lenses must incorporate special technology to help stabilise the lens in the eye to provide clear vision throughout the day. 

Most toric contact lenses will have markings on the lens for the optometrist to assess the fitting of the lens. These markings can also help with faster settling time if inserted close to the desired location. However, the markings on the lenses may differ depending on the type of lens and/or the manufacturer.

Can be worn on and off for up to 1 year, then throw away!

This type of lenses are normally for patients with special need and the lenses need to be custom made.  The amount of oxygen to go though the material is generally lower than the disposable material. The lifetime of these lenses varies depending on the cleaning and handling of the lenses.

They are therefore only suitable for those who are able to maintain strict cleaning regimes.  However, you must remember that cleaning can never fully remove all of the protein build-up. So regular replacement ensures that the lenses are fresh and clean. 

Wearing your lenses for longer than prescribed may save a few dollars but places your eyes at serious risk!

Hard contact lenses can be worn on and off for up to 3 year, then throw away!

Even thought they are made from a hard material, RGPs can actually be more comfortable than soft contact lenses if fitted correctly.

Advantages

• Better oxygen transmission to the eyes
• Clearer vision
• More durable
• Easier cleaning procedure
• More cost effective
• Special RGPs such as orthokeratology can be used in myopia control for children. Click here to learn more about Ortho-k.

Things to be aware

• Longer adaptation compared to soft lenses
• Daily wear is recommended instead of part-time wear
• Higher risk of lens dislodging with excessive/aggressive eye rubbing or during contact sports

Coloured contact lenses give you the option of temporarily changing the colour of your eyes! They can also be used to enhance your natural eye colour, or to completely change your eye colour to bring more definition to your eyes. You can wear them on a daily basis, or for special occasions such as Halloween.

Advantages

• Aesthetically pleasing
• Helps you express your unique style

Things to be aware

• The colour pigments on the lenses can increase risk of infection if they’re not manufactured, cleaned and cared for properly
• Limited range of available prescriptions
• Limited range of materials, so may not be comfortable for everyone
• Lower oxygen transmission

It is therefore very important to have coloured contact lenses prescribed by optometrists with timely reviews to make sure your eyes remain healthy. All our contact lenses are transported in safe environments directly from reputable manufacturing companies. We store all contact lenses in appropriate temperatures to make sure their quality is not affected.