If you are a long time sufferer of astigmatism, chances are that you are familiar with toric contact lenses by now. Today however, you can also change the color of your eyes with colored toric lenses. Colored toric lenses are made from the same material as normal contact lenses and are generally soft or RGP (rigid gas permeable). They can also come in a wide variety of colors and even special ones that look like cats' eyes or any other animal or zombie you can think of. These are usually a stand out at parties or on Halloween.
Choice Of Lenses
There are two kinds of colored toric lenses. Some that have to be removed every day before you go to bed and will last you around a year as long as you keep up with the cleaning routine and those that you can wear for around a week without removing them from your eyes. At the end of the seven day period, they are usually tossed out and a new pair worn. Their life can be prolonged to around two weeks if you are willing to go through the clean and store routine on a daily basis.
Choose Your Color
You can find colored toric lenses in just about any color but just in case you cannot find one that meets your taste, you can have your lenses custom made. However judging by the price of normal lenses which retail around the $120.00 mark, you can expect to pay quite a deal more for custom made lenses.
Ask Your Eye Doctor
If you have your heart set on getting colored toric lenses, a quick visit to your eye doctor should answer any questions that you may have. It is also good to note that not everyone is suited to wearing colored lenses and that the price for these lenses can normally be quite expensive. In the end, the visit will be well worth it as you will have peace of mind knowing that your lenses will be perfectly fitted to your eyes.
Purchasing Colored Toric Lenses
If you already have your prescription, then buying colored toric lenses can be done on the Internet. Just browse online and you should find a merchant in no time at all. The waiting period can range from 2 to 4 weeks so order them early if you want your lenses for a special occasion.
Can Colored Toric Lenses Damage Your Eyes?
If you have been wearing toric lenses or a while now, then you should not have any problems with the colored kind. However if this is your first time wearing contact lenses, you must follow these basic steps to ensure that your lenses last a long time but more importantly stay away from eye infections. First, you should never touch or try to remove your contacts before washing your hands. Always use fresh solution when storing and washing your lenses. Try to maximize their use to no more than 10 hours. Follow this simple cleaning and storing regime and you will enjoy clear and hassle free vision for years to come.
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