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Astigmatism is a common condition, and patients living with it can have a difficult time wearing contact lenses. Arvada Vision & Eye Clinic provides contact lenses for astigmatism for our patients in Arvada, CO. People living with astigmatism can still wear contacts and don’t have to switch to eyeglasses. Our eye care experts can help you find the perfect contacts for you, whether they are daily contact lenses for astigmatism, multifocal contact lenses for astigmatism, or progressive contact lenses for astigmatism. Learn more about what astigmatism is, the types of astigmatism, your options for contacts, and what we can do for you. Get in touch with us today to schedule an appointment.
Astigmatism is a common eye condition characterized by an irregular curvature of the cornea. The condition is easily corrected by wearing contact lenses or eyeglasses or having surgery. Without astigmatism, the eyeball is completely spherical, which allows light to properly retract through the inner workings of your eyes. Astigmatism causes your eye to be more of a football shape. This difference leads to light being improperly refracted, which translates to blurred vision. Astigmatism is often coupled with farsightedness or nearsightedness.
There’s more than one type of astigmatism, and the type you have may determine which type of contact lens would be right for you. The two main types of astigmatism are lenticular and corneal. Lenticular astigmatisms occur when you have a distortion in your eye lens. Corneal astigmatisms happen when you have distortion or defect in your cornea. You may hear astigmatisms referred to as regular and irregular. Regular astigmatism is created by the eye not being completely curved. Irregular astigmatism is less common and happens when the eye is not completely round.
Just as there are different types of astigmatisms, there are also various types of contact lenses you can wear if you have the condition. Learn about the two main types of contacts for astigmatism:
Our eye care specialists are here to help you select the right contacts for you. We choose contacts for astigmatism based on the results of your eye exam, your preferences, and your budget. The contacts we suggest for astigmatism are FDA approved and made by reliable manufacturers. We offer products made from quality materials that are designed for comfort and visual clarity. Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) uses rigid contact lenses to correct astigmatism. Patients may wear these contacts while they sleep and remove them during the day. We’re here to help you find the perfect contact lenses for astigmatism and bifocals.
Our entire Arvada optometry staff is committed to ensuring the comfort and satisfaction of each and every patient. We will do our best to accommodate your busy schedule by finding appointment times that meet your needs. Our knowledgeable staff at Arvada Vision & Eye Clinic will work with you to help you understand your vision insurance coverage and provide financial alternatives to ensure you get the best vision care possible.
If you have astigmatism, we welcome you to Arvada Vision & Eye Clinic for the best contact options. We take an integrated approach to eye care with our optometrists, ophthalmologist, and certified opticians. Our team has been proudly serving the Arvada area for more than 50 years. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
Arvada Vision & Eye Clinic is a full-service eye care provider with optometrists, ophthalmologists, and opticians on staff. Contact us today for Medical and optical eye care!