Contact lenses are the perfect solution to many vision issues, but if you have astigmatism, you may have been told they aren’t right for you. However, there are viable options available, and toric contact lenses are especially helpful. These carefully engineered corrective lenses have a variety of benefits, which you can explore below.

What Is Astigmatism?

Astigmatism is an issue with the cornea that can cause blurred vision. When the front of the eye is shaped irregularly or the lens inside the eye is curved, light won’t reach the retina properly, causing items to look blurry. Over time, it can cause headaches and often accompanies other eye health issues like near- and farsightedness. Astigmatism can change over time, and there’s no exact cause. Because the eye is curved, many people believe that they can’t wear contact lenses since they won’t sit correctly and can’t properly focus on incoming images.

What Are Toric Lenses?

Toric contact lenses are designed specifically for people with astigmatism. They’re similar to traditional soft contacts, but they have different lens powers on defined meridians to balance out the effects of near- and farsightedness. They can also rotate on the cornea so that the power meridians align over the correct area to ensure the best results. A variety of leading corrective lens manufacturers offer toric contact lenses, all of which you can explore with your eye doctor during your next appointment.

Lieblong Eye Clinic offers a variety of designer glasses frames, contact lenses and more alongside comprehensive eye care services. Since 1979, they’ve proudly served residents of Russellville, AR, and their qualified staff can assist with both preventative care and existing eye issues. Call (479) 968-2020 today to schedule an eye exam, and visit them online for a full breakdown of their services. You can also visit their Facebook page for news, updates, and eye care tips.