What contact lenses should I buy if I have astigmatism?

Toric contact lenses are often the best choice for contact lens wearers with an astigmatism, because they’re specifically designed to address the problem. The special shape of a toric lens creates different refractive, or focusing, powers that can help correct either a corneal or a lenticular astigmatism.

Are there special contacts for astigmatism?

You’ll need toric contact lenses that are specifically designed to correct astigmatism. They’ll also correct your nearsightedness or farsightedness. Toric contacts are thicker, larger, and more stable than non-toric contacts.

Can I use colored contacts if I have astigmatism?

For those with astigmatism, colored contacts are soft toric lenses. They are considered appropriate for those with astigmatism because of the custom fit that they provide considering for a cornea has two curvatures instead of one. When worn, they are most likely to get crisp and clearer vision.

Is Toric the same as astigmatism?

Toric contact lenses are designed for people with astigmatism. Toric contact lenses correct for astigmatism issues that arise from a different curvature of the cornea or lens in your eye (referred to as regular astigmatism, corneal astigmatism or lenticular astigmatism).

Why does astigmatism worsen with age?

Astigmatism frequently progresses as you age, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. The cornea can become increasingly irregular with age due to lessening pressure from eyelids progressively losing muscle tone.

Can a person with astigmatism wear colored contact lenses?

Many people with astigmatism mistakenly believe that they can’t wear colored contact lenses. However, we’ve curated a selection of high-quality, natural-looking toric lenses specifically designed to address this vision issue.

How are toric contacts used to treat astigmatism?

The special shape of a toric lens creates different refractive, or focusing, powers that can help correct either a corneal or a lenticular astigmatism. Toric contacts have a thicker zone that keeps them from rotating when they’re in your eyes.

How much are soft contact lenses for astigmatism?

In general, contact lenses for astigmatism are more expensive than their standard counterparts. Prices vary between websites, but most retailers sell a soft contact lens for astigmatism for between 20% and 50% more than comparable non-toric contacts.

What kind of glasses do you need for astigmatism?

Most people who choose glasses to correct an astigmatism only need a single-vision lens that provides clear vision at all distances. People who are past the age of 40 are more likely to require a bifocal or progressive vision lens. Contact lenses are another excellent option for many people with a moderate amount of astigmatism.