Daily Disposable Contact Lens
Why Daily Disposable Contact Lens?
Contact lens wearers who travel by air are discovering the benefits of disposable contact lenses. Before airport security became so restrictive, a contact lens wearer could pack cleaning, disinfecting and soaking products in a carry-on bag without a problem. Nowadays, any bottle of liquid larger than 3 ounces must go into a checked bag, and for carry-on bags, the 3-1-1 rule applies, meaning three ounces in one plastic zip-top bag, and one bag to a person. Disposable contact lenses simplify air travel for many people, and as more people are discovering the benefits of disposable contact lenses, these lenses are becoming more popular as everyday lenses as well.
Although there are several definitions for daily disposable contact lenses, including lenses that can be worn during the day, cleaned and stored overnight, and then thrown away after 1 week, 2 weeks or 1 month, the lenses that are most convenient are those that are worn for 1 day and then thrown away. These are called one-day lenses and daily disposable contact lenses. Can everyone wear daily disposables? Most people can. These lenses are available in numerous powers for people who are nearsighted and those who are farsighted. They are also available in toric designs for people who have astigmatism, and they are even available in multifocal designs for people over age 40 who have presbyopia. Unless your prescription is complicated or unusually strong, your eye doctor should be able to recommend a daily disposable contact lens that’s right for you. Even if you only wear them when traveling, you’ll appreciate the convenience and the added benefit of having fresh, clean lenses to wear every day.