Selecting contact lenses involves matching lens material, design, and wearing schedule to your prescription, eye health, and lifestyle. A professional fitting is essential.
Factors to Consider
Your prescription, including astigmatism and need for multifocal correction, narrows suitable options. Tear quality, corneal shape, and any existing eye conditions influence whether soft, rigid, or specialty designs are most appropriate.
- Daily disposable lenses suit occasional wearers or those prioritising convenience
- Reusable lenses may be economical for regular wear but demand strict hygiene
- Rigid gas‑permeable or scleral lenses can offer superior optics in irregular corneas
- Work and leisure activities, such as sports or dusty environments, also guide choice
Trial and Follow-up
Practitioners usually provide trial lenses and review comfort, vision, and fit before finalising a prescription. Ongoing checks ensure lenses remain appropriate as needs change.
- Be open about how many hours a day and days per week you plan to wear lenses
- Report any history of allergy, dry eye, or previous lens problems
- Costs, replacement schedules, and solution requirements should be discussed in advance
- Never purchase lenses without a valid, up‑to‑date fitting from a qualified professional
