Contact Lens Clinic at Fathima Eye Care
At Fathima Eye Care, our Contact Lens Clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art technology to meet the diverse needs of all patients. We offer a comprehensive range of contact lenses, including:
Basic and Specialty Lenses: From Toric soft lenses designed for astigmatism to custom-made options tailored to individual needs.
Cosmetic Contact Lenses: Transform your look with our vibrant colour lenses that allow you to change your eye colour effortlessly.
Disposable Options: Choose from daily, monthly, or yearly disposable lenses for your convenience.
Why Choose Contact Lenses?
Contact lenses are among the most discreet and effective devices for correcting refractive errors. Prescribing and fitting contact lenses is an integral part of our comprehensive ophthalmology practice. While many people opt for lenses
for cosmetic enhancement, they also provide practical solutions for sports enthusiasts and those requiring therapeutic support.
Advantages of Contact Lenses:
Minimal Distortion: Enjoy fewer magnification effects and reduced peripheral and chromatic aberrations.
Enhanced Comfort: Improved visual acuity with better correction for conditions like keratoconus and irregular astigmatism.
Aesthetic Appeal: Achieve a natural look without the frames of glasses.
Safety for Athletes: Ideal for sports and active lifestyles.
Indications for Contact Lens Use:
Optical Conditions: Myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, presbyopia, aphakia, post-keratoplasty, keratoconus.
Orthoptic Uses: Aniseikonia, anisometropia, amblyopia (occlusion).
Special Considerations: Albinism, aniridia, nystagmus, coloboma, symblepharon.
Therapeutic Applications: Bullous keratopathy, corneal ulcers.
Prosthetic Needs: Pthisical eye, corneal opacity, leukoma, corneal scars.
Surgical Protection: Post-operative corneal care.
Contraindications:
Certain conditions may limit contact lens wear, including:
Dry eyes or lid issues (active blepharitis, styes, chalazia, entropion).
Infections like conjunctivitis, corneal abrasions, and uveitis.
Allergies, uncontrolled diabetes, pregnancy, and pterygium.
Types of Lenses Available:
Soft Contact Lenses: Flexible and comfortable, with options for daily, monthly, and yearly disposables.
Toric Soft Contact Lenses: Specifically designed for astigmatism.
Cosmetic Lenses: Enhance your appearance with vibrant colours.
Bandage Lenses: Provide protection and support for healing.
Prosthetic Lenses: Improve the appearance of disfigured eyes.
X-Chrome Lenses: Address colour vision deficiencies.
Caring for Your Contact Lenses and Eyes:
To ensure the longevity of your contact lenses and maintain eye health, follow these essential steps:
Wash and rinse your hands thoroughly before handling lenses.
Dry your hands with a clean towel.
Keep nails short and smooth to avoid injury.
Apply makeup only after inserting lenses.
Avoid using tap water directly on lenses.
Clean lenses before insertion and after removal.
Replace the contact lens solution daily.
If you experience irritation, discontinue use and consult your ophthalmologist.
