Chelsea Francis

Contact Lenses As a Preferable Vision Correction Option over Surgery

Outside of eyeglasses, the two most prevalent means of vision correction today are surgery (most often the laser procedure called LASIK) and contact lenses. Many ask that of the two options, which is better? Both methods allow for a ‘natural look’, but... Read >

Contact Lens Compliance, Necessary for Eye Health

Contact lenses have proven to be a great boon to those who need vision correction but still want to maintain the natural freedom of not wearing glasses. However, there is a tendency to forget that the continued enjoyment of this convenience comes with a ... Read >

Obtaining Your Contact Lenses the Right Way

One of the major improvements in the contact lens industry in recent years (aside from technological advances) is in the area of convenience. Thanks to a 2004 federal law, contacts can be purchased in many venues other than from eye doctors. While this ... Read >

Astigmatism No Longer Bars You from Contact Lenses

A common vision disorder experienced by many, alongside myopia and hyperopia (near- and farsightedness), is astigmatism. Astigmatism affects over 40 million Americans and is caused by an irregularly shaped cornea. When the cornea, which acts as a win... Read >

Getting the Maximum Comfort from Your Contact Lenses

Besides vision correction, convenience, and freedom from eyeglasses, comfort is one of the advantages of wearing contact lenses and is arguably the most important since it will determine your overall satisfaction with them. Beyond the initial selection a... Read >

Contact Lenses Are Safe for Children—With Proper Care

Recently there has been a flurry of news postings on the Internet and elsewhere about the number of emergency room visits (approximately 17,000 by some estimates) from children and teens related to their wearing of contact lenses. This leads to the quest... Read >

There Is a Soft Contact Lens for Your Vision Needs

Despite the fact that soft contact lenses have been around for many years now, there are still some people who are not aware of the full range and benefits they provide. This is especially true if they were told in the past that there was no ideal contac... Read >

Contact Lens Wear: Freedom, Convenience, and Responsibility

Those who appreciate and value the ability to wear contact lenses also know that there is a level of responsibility that must always be exercised due to the eye health factors involved. The major reason people choose contact lenses is that they are th... Read >

Healthy Eyes Lead to Successful Contact Lens Wear

When it comes to acquiring and wearing contact lenses, a lot of thought and preparation goes into the selection and care of your contacts. It is right for you be concerned about getting the proper lens that fits correctly, and gives you the comfort and f... Read >

Take Advantage of Purchasing Contact Lenses Online

Are you one of the 35 million Americans who wear contact lenses? Where do you buy your replacement lenses? If you are not buying them online, then you are missing out on an economical and convenient way to shop for your lenses. When the Fairness to ... Read >

Reasons to Give Up Those Negative Notions about Contact Lenses

Are you one of those who feel you cannot wear contact lenses or are not inclined to explore this option based on things you have heard? Did you arrive at this decision years or even decades ago? If so, then it is time to take another look at the possibi... Read >

Color Contact Lenses—Fun and Functional

For many years, contact lenses have been prescribed and used strictly for vision correction purposes. But lens technology has improved on the functionality of lenses these past decades. It also allowed lenses to become a true cosmetic device, bringing a... Read >

Tips for Buying Contact Lenses Online

You have decided to buy your contact lenses online and have quickly discovered that there are a large variety of vendors out there. Now you need a process to narrow the field so you can choose the best site for you. Locating a seller with the best ... Read >

Tackling Eye Problems As We Get Older

As we get older, the search for a ‘fountain of youth’ can become more than just a fanciful notion. There is no such thing, of course, but there are approximations that we have managed to achieve through exercise, diet, and an overall healthy lifestyle to... Read >

Can I Wear My Contacts…?

Contact lenses have been proven great lifestyle enhancers and now come in various kinds and styles to accommodate almost any vision condition. Yet, with all the information available concerning contacts, there are times when questions pop up in regard to... Read >