Color contacts to correct astigmatism are relatively new. In the past, those with astigmatism could wear only hard lenses, or RPGs. Now, soft toric contact lenses (astigmatic contact lenses) are widely available, giving anyone who needs astigmatism correction access to all types of soft lenses, including disposable and colored contacts. Depending on the severity of astigmatism and your budget, there are a number of contact options available. Consult with your eye doctor on your next visit to discuss which may be right for you, or use your current prescription to order new lenses today.
What is Astigmatism?
Astigmatism simply means that one’s eye is oval shaped instead of spherical. This structural change in the eye can cause vision to be distorted or blurry, and in some cases can affect depth perception. For those with astigmatism, finding contacts that fit correctly is more difficult than it is for those with perfectly spherical eyes. Astigmatism affects people in degrees. For some, it is very mild, and may not inhibit their ability to wear standard lenses. In others, it may be quite severe, and make finding commercial contacts seem almost impossible. This condition will usually present itself during an initial contact lens exam when a measurement of the diameter of the eye is taken. Until recently, those with more severe cases could wear only hard, gas permeable lenses, as their small size made them less affected by the uneven curvature of the eye. However, most major lens manufacturers now make soft toric lenses that may be fitted to most sufferers.
Soft toric contact lenses usually have a few different angles at which they curve. The curvature of the lens will be designed both to correct vision, as they are for other users, as well as to fit around the astigmatism. A special prescription may be required, and the user will have to stick to a selection of toric lenses to ensure the proper fit. That being said, there are a number of options for disposable or color contacts for astigmatism. These are generally more expensive than non-astigmatism contacts, but cost a fraction of the price that they did just a few years ago.
Colored Contacts for Astigmatism
Color contacts for astigmatism are available in either a lens that will enhance the natural color of your eye, called enhancement tint, or those that will change the color entirely called color tints or opaques. Enhancement tints are translucent around the iris, so the color of the lens will still allow some of the original eye color to show through. For those who do not wish to change their natural color, just make it brighter, these are often the best option. There is less loss of visibility if they do slide on the eye, and some wearers find them to be more breathable than the alternative.
Color tint contacts for astigmatism (opaque contacts for astigmatism) will allow wearers to choose any eye color they wish. The contacts are opaque around the iris, so the color on the contact will be the only color that is seen. Many people are familiar with these contacts due to their frequent use in film and on stage for creating characters with unnatural eyes, but they can be purchased in colors that will look completely natural as well. As the iris is opaque, it is necessary that these contacts fit well. If these color contacts for astigmatism drift at all on the eye, the opacity will cover the pupil, resulting in a loss of visibility. Talk to your doctor or consult the manufacturer websites to find the best color tint contacts for you.
Purchase Colored Contact Lenses
Soft toric color contacts for astigmatism can be purchased almost anywhere that contacts are sold. For those who have been suffering with RPGs, make an appointment with your doctor today to discuss more comfortable, fashionable options.
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