Toric contact lenses for astigmatism

What are toric contact lenses?

Toric contact lenses are intended for patients with astigmatism. They’re shaped to match the irregular curvature of an astigmatic cornea and effectively correct blurred vision caused when light hits the retina unevenly.

In addition to the cylindrical defect (astigmatism), these lenses also correct other eye defects that can accompany astigmatism such as myopia or farsightedness.

What was once a rarity or only available as a custom product has been successfully developed and perfected by the best manufacturers (which you can find here at Lentiamo). In our e-shop there’s a wide selection of the best contact lenses for astigmatism correction, such as:

• Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism
• Air Optix Plus Hydraglyde for Astigmatism
• Biofinity Toric
• DAILIES AquaComfort Plus Toric

How to put on toric lenses

The application and care of toric contacts is the same as other lenses. For proper lens hygiene and care, use a contact lens solution. Regular disinfection and respecting the recommended wear schedule are essential if you use periodic replacement contact lenses (monthly, bi-weekly, etc.).

Daily contact lenses, on the other hand, do not require any maintenance. They are single use devices.

What is astigmatism?

Astigmatism is an aspherical refractive error in which the eye does not transfer the image of an object evenly to the retina. In other words, an astigmatic eye has become less spherical and more oval-shaped and the resulting image is out of focus. Cylinder and axis lenses are needed to correct astigmatism.

What is a cylinder in contact lenses?

The cylinder is one of the parameters of contact lenses for the correction of astigmatism. Therefore, toric contact lenses are sometimes also referred to as cylinder contact lenses or cylindrical contact lenses. The cylinder value determines the shape of the lens.

What are the best contact lenses for astigmatism?

Toric contact lenses come in many sizes, materials and special features that may vary by manufacturer. We recommend that you check with your eye doctor for both lens parameters, and which brand and model may be the best for your eyes and your habits.

If you’re interested in the pros and cons of the most popular models, read our toric contact lens comparison.

How long can I wear my toric contact lenses?

Toric contact lenses are available in daily, two-weekly, monthly and extended-wear versions. Talking with your eye doctor and considering your daily activities will help you determine which wearing period is best for your needs.

Where can I buy contact lenses for astigmatism correction?

At Lentiamo you’ll find a wide selection of contact lenses for astigmatics. Ordering is fast, secure and simple. Just search from our selection of contact lenses, fill in the prescription, add the products to the cart and confirm the purchase! No registration is required to place your first order.

Are there cheap contact lenses for astigmatism correction?

At Lentiamo, you can find quality toric lenses online from £16.99.