Whether you're looking for clearer vision, comfort, or convenience, our clinic offers personalized vision correction solutions with both glasses and contact lenses to suit your lifestyle and visual needs.
What Are Contact Lenses?
Contact lenses are thin, curved lenses placed directly on the surface of the eye to correct refractive errors such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), astigmatism, and presbyopia. They offer a glasses-free, wider field of vision and are ideal for active individuals or those seeking a more natural and aesthetic alternative.
Types of Contact Lenses
- Soft Contact Lenses – Made of flexible materials for daily or extended wear. Comfortable and ideal for beginners.
- Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lenses – Durable and suitable for sharper and more precise vision correction.
- Toric Lenses – Designed for astigmatism.
- Multifocal or Bifocal Lenses – Correct both near and distance vision, especially for presbyopia.
- Coloured or Cosmetic Lenses – Change the appearance of your eyes while also correcting vision.
When or Why Should You Consider Contact Lenses?
Contact lenses are a great choice if:
- You have an active lifestyle or play sports
- You experience discomfort or limitations with glasses (nose pressure, restricted peripheral vision)
- You’re looking for a more natural appearance without frames
- You require specialized lenses for irregular corneas or keratoconus.
How to Care for Your Contact Lenses
- Proper hygiene and handling are essential:
- Always wash hands before touching lenses
- Clean and store lenses in fresh disinfecting solution daily
- Replace lenses as per schedule (daily, bi-weekly, monthly)
- Never sleep in lenses unless prescribed
- Avoid tap water or saliva for cleaning
What About Glasses?
Glasses remain a safe, convenient, and stylish option for vision correction. They:
- Require less maintenance
- Are ideal for children, elderly, and dry eye patients
- Offer protection against dust, wind, and harmful screen glare (with anti-glare or blue-light coatings)
- Can be customized with progressive, bifocal, or photochromatic lenses to match style and functional needs.
At our clinic, we guide you in choosing the most suitable vision correction method, glasses, contacts, or a combination of both. Book an appointment today to explore your options with our expert eye care team.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
How do I know whether glasses or contact lenses are right for me?
An eye examination is the first step. Based on your prescription, lifestyle, comfort, and eye health, we’ll help you choose the most suitable option, or even a combination of both.
Can contact lenses harm my eyes?
Contact lenses are safe when used correctly. However, improper handling, poor hygiene, or overwearing them can lead to infections or irritation. That’s why proper guidance and follow-up from your eye doctor is essential.
How often should I replace my glasses or lenses?
Contact lens replacement depends on the type, daily, bi-weekly, or monthly. Glasses may need a new prescription every 1-2 years, depending on changes in your vision. Regular eye check-ups help ensure your prescription stays updated.
Are there contact lenses for dry eyes or sensitive eyes?
Yes. Special moisture-retaining or silicone hydrogel lenses are available for patients with dry or sensitive eyes. We assess your tear film and suggest the most comfortable option.
Do glasses offer any protection apart from vision correction?
Yes. Glasses can protect your eyes from dust, wind, and harmful screen glare (with blue light filters). Options like UV-protection lenses or photochromatic lenses also offer outdoor protection.