Bionic Contacts: A Close Reality

The human eye is an amazing thing. "It can see millions of colors, adjust easily to shifting light conditions, and transmit information to the brain at a rate exceeding that of a high-speed Internet connection."  But as technology evolves so does the scientific and medical ability of health-aiding products like the contact lens. 

Contact lenses with built-in electronics capabilities are becoming much more marketable than we might even know. The article from  IEEE Spectrum: "Augmented Reality in a Contact Lens" talks about how close we are to this reality. Check it out for yourself and tell us what you think!

And although we don't carry bionic lenses as of yet, we do encourage you to stop by Village Optical and talk to us about your eye care concerns and interests! We love what we do and you'll be able to see the difference!

Contact Lens Care

While many people agree that eyewear is a fantastic opportunity to communicate an individual's style and flair for fashion, contact lenses are preferable for certain instances or environments. It is often the occasional contact lens users who are less informed about caring for their lenses. In this post, we will discuss the basic steps of maintaining healthy contacts.

At Village Optical, we're contact lens experts, and it's important to note that most of today's lens products are produced as part of a contact lens care system. The term system is used to remind people of how the different functions interact together to provide longevity and cleanliness to your reusable contacts. It is important to note that Rigid Gas Permeable lenses require more specific products due to the difference in lens construction materials.

1. Cleaning - washing away everyday debris with an isotonic saline solution. This includes  lubricating drops to provide comfort in dry conditions or during prolonged lens use
2. Disinfecting - kills bacteria, fungi and other unwanted microorganisms on the lens (saline is not enough!).
3. Rinsing & Storing - washing with an isotonic saline solution to wash and maintain contact lens. This includes lubricating drops to provide comfort in dry conditions or during prolonged lens use
4. Protein Removal - prevents/removes unwanted protein accumulation that can irritate eyes and  obscure vision.

The best person to consult concerning your contact lenses is your optometrist. They will direct you to assist in finding the right type of products to make ensure a comfortable lens experience. Concerning specific products, we recommend talking to other contact lens users. Remember that your are unique eyes and what might be right for some isn't right for all!

You can even reorder you contact lenses online through our website! Just click here.

Info Source: http://opto.ca/your-eye-health/what-is-an-eye-exam/contact-lense/