Toric contact lenses

For a long time, people with astigmatism couldn't wear contact lenses. Nothing had been done for them, until the advent of toric contact lenses specially designed to correct this deficiency.

If you've got astigmatism and you'd like to get your face back and be free of glasses, then toric contact lenses are for you. But like all medical devices, you'll need to visit your ophthalmologist, who will prescribe a prescription. Your optician will then advise you on the lenses best suited to your lifestyle.

What are toric lenses?

Toric lenses are lenses with a special shape, different from standard lenses. Standard lenses resemble a sphere cut in two, a dome. The toric lens is more like a doughnut, trimmed on the side. Its geometric shape enables it to create different refractive powers, horizontally and vertically.

Who are toric lenses for?

People with astigmatism will be delighted with toric lenses. Long before toric lenses appeared on the optical market, nothing had been done for them. The toric contact lens corrects the curvature specific to the pathology of astigmatism. By opting for toric contact lenses, patients can see the world around them with new eyes. No more blurred vision, no more difficulty seeing tiny details, no more the sensation of seeing vertical lines that seem to be tilted. Astigmatism means a new, flawless vision.

How do I choose my toric contact lenses?

Like all contact lenses, your toric contact lenses need to be prescribed by your eye care specialist. Only he or she can decide which lens is best for you. Make an appointment with your ophthalmologist, and put your trust in him to correct your visual defect, using all his knowledge and all the products at your disposal. Your ophthalmologist will measure the axis of your lens perfectly, so that it fits your eye perfectly. A lens that doesn't fit properly will slip out of place, affecting your visual acuity.

Your ophthalmologist will guide you towards the most comfortable and practical lens for you. Every person is different, and your ophthalmologist will take this into account.

Toric lenses can also correct other vision problems associated with astigmatism. You can choose between daily, monthly and even colored toric lenses to change your look.

Caring for your lenses

As with everything to do with eyesight, it's important to take good care of your lenses, and to practice perfect hygiene before handling them. Washing your hands is important. Specific products are available to clean your lenses perfectly, but tap water and saliva are absolutely forbidden. Find out more about our range of contact lens products.