Toric lenses are used to correct astigmatism. Astigmatism is a vision condition where an irregularly shaped cornea affects the vision. In the past, the only options for those with astigmatism were either glasses or hard gas permeable contact lenses. But toric lenses, which are lenses with a special shape, now offer an alternative. There are several types of toric lenses to choose from.
Do you have floaters in your vision?
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Many people, especially highly near-sighted people, often see some number of floaters for a...
A common question asked during the eye exam is, “When is the puff coming?”
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