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Both glasses and contact lenses work well to treat nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. When deciding between the two options, many people consider factors of comfort, convenience, and appearance. If you’re not sure which option is best for you, the professionals from Kato & Shoji Optometrists in Honolulu, HI, have the tips you need.

Glasses Vs. Contact Lenses

Glasses

When you wear glasses, all you need to do is wake up and slip them on. You might need to clean them with a microfiber cloth, but otherwise, maintenance is minimal. When you’re not wearing them, you should keep them in a protective case to avoid bending or breaking them.

Those who play sports — especially contact sports — need to take extra care with their glasses. They may need to wear protective goggles or wear contact lenses while in the game.

Contact Lenses

contact-lensesContact lenses demand more precision and care when putting them in and taking them out. You need to clean them and store them in a well-maintained case to avoid serious eye infections. Some people find inserting and caring for their contacts challenging.

However, once they’re in, you can exercise, play games, and go about your day as usual. Unlike glasses, they won’t get covered in raindrops or become foggy in the cold. For the most part, they function like an invisible layer on your eye. Compared to glasses, they lead to less vision distortion, since they seamlessly mold to the curvature of your eye.

Some people experience dry, irritated eyes after hours of wearing contact lenses, though. A special variety of contacts may help correct this issue, but some people still experience mild discomfort. Furthermore, when you wear contacts, you should never doze off on the couch or in the car. If you fall asleep while wearing contacts, you may wake up with red, irritated eyes.

Those who work at the computer all day may benefit more from wearing glasses, as contact lenses can exacerbate symptoms of computer vision syndrome.

While some people choose between the two options, others prefer to have both on hand. If you’re not sure which option is best for you, contact the experts from Kato & Shoji Optometrists today. Call the eye doctors at (808) 735-8080, or visit the website to learn more.  

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