Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism Problems?

Eldradmustlive · #1 (**permalink**) 07-18-2008, 09:04 AM

When you first tried out your Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism contact lenses, did you have any problems during that time? Maybe you can share with us what happened and how you resolved them.

Thanks.

sliq1 · #2 (**permalink**) 07-27-2008, 10:56 PM

my doc just prescribed me these when I told him I had dry eyes. At first they were ok (for a few hours) then I felt them getting dryer (and watery/blurry at the same time)
I'm not sure if they are for me but I'll need contact that are super moist and I'm wondering if such lenses even exist..

packman · #3 (**permalink**) 07-28-2008, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by sliq1

my doc just prescribed me these when I told him I had dry eyes. At first they were ok (for a few hours) then I felt them getting dryer (and watery/blurry at the same time)
I'm not sure if they are for me but I'll need contact that are super moist and I'm wondering if such lenses even exist..

Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism are pretty good contacts. If you look around this site you'll find that a lot of people struggle with dry and blurry eyes for the first few days or even weeks, but before long, they put their contacts in and forget that they're there.

Hang in there, Slicq1, and keep us posted on your progress.

sliq1 · #4 (**permalink**) 07-28-2008, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by packman

Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism are pretty good contacts. If you look around this site you'll find that a lot of people struggle with dry and blurry eyes for the first few days or even weeks, but before long, they put their contacts in and forget that they're there.

Hang in there, Slicq1, and keep us posted on your progress.

Ah I see, I guess there's an 'adjusting' period.. I used to wear contacts then got lazy and now I'm trying to wear them again...(after almost 10 years)

Garfield21 · #5 (**permalink**) 07-29-2008, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by sliq1

Ah I see, I guess there's an 'adjusting' period.. I used to wear contacts then got lazy and now I'm trying to wear them again...(after almost 10 years)

Hi Sliq1, Garfield21 here. What made you decide to go back to contacts after almost ten years without them?

sliq1 · #6 (**permalink**) 07-29-2008, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Garfield21

Hi Sliq1, Garfield21 here. What made you decide to go back to contacts after almost ten years without them?

Hello there.

Well glasses are more comfortable and all but recently a few things happened in my life so out of necessity as well as for my own benefits I decided to go back to wearing lenses.
Those being, playing more sports, single again (haha) and a job that may require facial protection so glasses are a hassle.

LittleElvis · #7 (**permalink**) 09-24-2008, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by sliq1

Hello there.

Well Glasses are more comfortable and all but recently a few things happened in my life so out of necessity as well as for my own benefits I decided to go back to wearing lenses.
Those being, playing more sports, single again (haha) and a job that may require facial protection so glasses are a hassle.

What's new, sliq1? New job going well? How are you and your Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism contacts getting along?

Oaysys10 · #8 (**permalink**) 03-11-2009, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Eldradmustlive

When you first tried out your Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism contact lenses, did you have any problems during that time? Maybe you can share with us what happened and how you resolved them.

Thanks.

I have just opened up my Acuvue Oaysys For Astigmatism two days ago. This is my first time ever wearing them. The vision I experienced was amazing, it was 100% better compared to my last contacts, and throughout the day, things just kept getting better. But within the first half an hour of placing the lenses in my eyes, i noticed how the vision on the sides were funny. Im assuming it was like this because of the magnets, compared to the magnets being placed on the bottom from my old contacts. This eventually went away. Today, I went to place them in, and within the first two seconds of having them in, I noticed how scratchy they were. I ended up taking one eye lense out.. and then realized how red it had got(my eye). I ended up wearing my glasses today and will try my contacts again later tonight. Hopefuly they will be more luck. Anybody got any suggestion to what has happend?

Zana · #9 (**permalink**) 03-11-2009, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Oaysys10

. . . within the first half an hour of placing the lenses in my eyes, i noticed how the vision on the sides were funny. Im assuming it was like this because of the magnets, compared to the magnets being placed on the bottom from my old contacts . . .

Hello Oaysys10,

I'm afraid I don't know anything about "magnets" in contact lenses. I think you're referring to the weighted parts of the contact lenses that keeps them in the correct orientation.

You said you have astigmatism, right? If that's true, it's very important that your contacts do not rotate on your eyes. I guess the best way to explain it would be to say that the part of the contact lenses that's a little thicker and heavier have to stay in the "six o'clock" position of your eyes, otherwise your vision will blur. That may be why you're having trouble. Your new contacts may be wandering a bit when you blink.

Of course, I'm not a doctor, nor can I see your eyes, so your best bet is to go back to where you were fitted for your contacts and explain what's not right and they'll probably fix it for you. Keep us posted.

Oaysys10 · #10 (**permalink**) 03-11-2009, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Zana

Hello Oaysys10,

I'm afraid I don't know anything about "magnets" in contact lenses. I think you're referring to the weighted parts of the contact lenses that keeps them in the correct orientation.

You said you have astigmatism, right? If that's true, it's very important that your contacts do not rotate on your eyes. I guess the best way to explain it would be to say that the part of the contact lenses that's a little thicker and heavier have to stay in the "six o'clock" position of your eyes, otherwise your vision will blur. That may be why you're having trouble. Your new contacts may be wandering a bit when you blink.

Of course, I'm not a doctor, nor can I see your eyes, so your best bet is to go back to where you were fitted for your contacts and explain what's not right and they'll probably fix it for you. Keep us posted.

these weights are exaclty what im talking about, on acuvue oaysys for astigmatism, the weights are on the sides, or 9 and 3 position, its supposed to cut down on eye to lid contact so your contact doesnt move as much

mrshickadance9 · #11 (**permalink**) 03-27-2009, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Eldradmustlive

When you first tried out your Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism contact lenses, did you have any problems during that time? Maybe you can share with us what happened and how you resolved them.

Thanks.

I just got them yesterday. For years, I've worn a different torric lens, but I have had issues with really dry eyes. With this trial pair, at first when i put them in, they are incredibly blurry. I assume this is so the lens can rotate and get in the right position on my eye. this takes anywhere from 1-10 minutes. to me that is unacceptable.

after my vision has cleared, the lenses just feel incredibly uncomfortable. they don't necessarily hurt much, they just feel like they are constantly shifting on my eyes. every time i move my eyes around, they feel like they are moving. my old ones never did that. This is especially an issue on my left eye, which is much worse than my right eye. Does this happen to anyone else? I am hoping this is all resolved because i have really dry eyes and my old contacts were awful.

Oaysys10 · #12 (**permalink**) 03-27-2009, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by mrshickadance9

I just got them yesterday. For years, I've worn a different torric lens, but I have had issues with really dry eyes. With this trial pair, at first when i put them in, they are incredibly blurry. I assume this is so the lens can rotate and get in the right position on my eye. this takes anywhere from 1-10 minutes. to me that is unacceptable.

after my vision has cleared, the lenses just feel incredibly uncomfortable. they don't necessarily hurt much, they just feel like they are constantly shifting on my eyes. every time i move my eyes around, they feel like they are moving. my old ones never did that. This is especially an issue on my left eye, which is much worse than my right eye. Does this happen to anyone else? I am hoping this is all resolved because i have really dry eyes and my old contacts were awful.

my vision is slightly blurred for about an hour after i put my contacts in also, this goes away, and for the movement and such, you just have to get used to them i think, i have had much more success with my oaysys now and love them. they take a while to get used to and if you can put up with the blurryness in the beginning, then you should have more luck with them. keep us updated on how your progress is going

Kadex · #13 (**permalink**) 03-29-2009, 10:11 AM

If you hold up your lens you will find two small slits opposite each other. Try to put these as close to 12 and 6 o'clock when you install the lens. This will cut down the amount of time for them to settle where they are supposed to be and will cut down the amount of time the blurriness after installing.

Oaysys10 · #14 (**permalink**) 03-29-2009, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Kadex

If you hold up your lens you will find two small slits opposite each other. Try to put these as close to 12 and 6 o'clock when you install the lens. This will cut down the amount of time for them to settle where they are supposed to be and will cut down the amount of time the blurriness after installing.

i always make sure that the weights are where they are supposed to be when placing my contacts in my eyes. i've gone through two pairs of acuvue now, and its the same thing everytime. i think its just my eyes and nothing serious, each person has their own adjusting time to contacts and im guessing mine is slow.

Sidnie · #15 (**permalink**) 04-29-2009, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Eldradmustlive

When you first tried out your Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism contact lenses, did you have any problems during that time? Maybe you can share with us what happened and how you resolved them.

Thanks.

I was really excited to try these lenses out when I ran out of my current Acuvue Advance lenses. However, when I went to my eye doctor, he said the only difference between the two lenses was the packaging. Is this true?

I am also having a really hard time trying to get these lenses in properly the first time. I have to try two or more times each to get them to where I can see clearly. Then, I still have some problems during the first hour or so, or when I'm in the shower or drying my hair. I never had these types of problems with the Advance lens. I think I'm going back to the Advance when I'm finished with these two boxes.

I also have a really dry eye and had tried the Proclear lens for Astigmatism and they were like wearing sandpaper in my eye. Has anyone tried a different toric lens that were as comfortable for dry eyes as the Acuvue lenses?

Oaysys10 · #16 (**permalink**) 04-29-2009, 04:56 PM

i also have the same problems as you mention, minues the putting them in part, oaysys takes me litrally 2 seconds to pop them in, notta problem, but after i get them in things are blurry for the first hour and this blurryness can vary depending on the day. i just switched solution last night to try and see if it made a difference, and today when i put my contacts in things were blurry for roughly 5 minutes, and the contacts feel comfortable all day, so my advice to you, maybe try different solutions with the oaysys
ps. the stuff i use is called Opti-free Replenish, and its the excell brand
best of luck and keep up updated

Eldradmustlive · #17 (**permalink**) 05-11-2009, 02:17 PM

Wow. This thread has been rather active during my absence.

I'm back now and glad to see that for the most part, those who have some initial difficulties with their Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism contact lenses do get them worked out.

The rest of you, hang in there. Is there anyone such as mrshickadance9 who was having trouble when they posted but are much more comfortable now?

Sidnie · #18 (**permalink**) 05-12-2009, 02:35 PM

I was having a lot of trouble with these lenses until I read the post that said to put them in with the slits on the lenses at 12 and 6 o'clock and now I'm doing really well with them. To be honest, I'm not sure I like these any better than the Acuvue Advance for Astigmatism and since those are cheaper than the Oasys, I may go back to the Advance for my next box. Does anyone else know how long I'm supposed to be wearing them? I have eye allergies and was told 2 weeks, but it's a bit on the expensive side to replace them that often if I can go a whole month. What do you all do?

OzzieG · #19 (**permalink**) 05-12-2009, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Sidnie

I was having a lot of trouble with these lenses until I read the post that said to put them in with the slits on the lenses at 12 and 6 o'clock and now I'm doing really well with them. To be honest, I'm not sure I like these any better than the Acuvue Advance for Astigmatism and since those are cheaper than the Oasys, I may go back to the Advance for my next box. Does anyone else know how long I'm supposed to be wearing them? I have eye allergies and was told 2 weeks, but it's a bit on the expensive side to replace them that often if I can go a whole month. What do you all do?

Unless your eye doctor gives you the okay, I don't recommend you try to stretch out your contact lens wear. We're not talking about meatloaf, here. These are your eyes. If you think contact lenses are too expensive to be used properly, maybe you should stick with glasses.

I'm not trying to be mean, I'm just concerned about the eyes of Lens 101 readers.

Oaysys10 · #20 (**permalink**) 05-12-2009, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by OzzieG

Unless your eye doctor gives you the okay, I don't recommend you try to stretch out your contact lens wear. We're not talking about meatloaf, here. These are your eyes. If you think contact lenses are too expensive to be used properly, maybe you should stick with glasses.

I'm not trying to be mean, I'm just concerned about the eyes of Lens 101 readers.

I agree with you 100% OzzieG, your eyes are one of the most important parts of your body, and unless your doctor says its ok i reeally wouldnt push it. I usually go untill they start to really bother me.. and it usually ends up about the two week mark... just like their supposed to.... most people will just use them untill they have to throw them out... i got really sensative eyes though. Thats my best advice to you, hope everything works out(Y)

Sidnie · #21 (**permalink**) 05-13-2009, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by OzzieG

Unless your eye doctor gives you the okay, I don't recommend you try to stretch out your contact lens wear. We're not talking about meatloaf, here. These are your eyes. If you think contact lenses are too expensive to be used properly, maybe you should stick with glasses.

I'm not trying to be mean, I'm just concerned about the eyes of Lens 101 readers.

I would agree with you if I could tell, by how comfortable they are, that they needed to be thrown away in two weeks. However, they still feel very comfortable after the two week mark and what I wanted to know was how often the manufacturer suggest they be worn.

The reason I ask, is not because I don't have the money to replace them, but because I don't trust my eye doctor, since he's lied to me about the real differences between the Acuvue Advance and the Acuvue Oasys lenses in the past. I don't think he's actually knows what he's talking about.

I'm not being cavalier when it comes to my eyes; I'm trying to be practical.

Sidnie · #22 (**permalink**) 05-13-2009, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by OzzieG

Unless your eye doctor gives you the okay, I don't recommend you try to stretch out your contact lens wear. We're not talking about meatloaf, here. These are your eyes. If you think contact lenses are too expensive to be used properly, maybe you should stick with glasses.

I'm not trying to be mean, I'm just concerned about the eyes of Lens 101 readers.

I would agree with you if I could tell, by how comfortable they are, that they needed to be thrown away in two weeks. However, they still feel very comfortable after the two week mark and what I wanted to know was how often the manufacturer suggest they be worn.

The reason I ask, is not because I don't have the money to replace them, but because I don't trust my eye doctor, since he's lied to me about the real differences between the Acuvue Advance and the Acuvue Oasys lenses in the past. I don't think he's actually knows what he's talking about.

I'm not being cavalier when it comes to my eyes; I'm trying to be practical.

Oaysys10 · #23 (**permalink**) 05-13-2009, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Sidnie

I would agree with you if I could tell, by how comfortable they are, that they needed to be thrown away in two weeks. However, they still feel very comfortable after the two week mark and what I wanted to know was how often the manufacturer suggest they be worn.

The reason I ask, is not because I don't have the money to replace them, but because I don't trust my eye doctor, since he's lied to me about the real differences between the Acuvue Advance and the Acuvue Oasys lenses in the past. I don't think he's actually knows what he's talking about.

I'm not being cavalier when it comes to my eyes; I'm trying to be practical.

the acuvue oaysys are supposed to last for a two week period. if you feel comfortable with trying to wear your lenses over the two week mark, then give it a try, if your eyes start to hurt or things go wrong though id recommend cutting down and wearing them like your supposed to. also cut your doctor some slack.... you may be right and he may not know what hes talking about... he could be brilliant around eyes but have no clue about contacts... just the way it goes...

OzzieG · #24 (**permalink**) 05-13-2009, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Sidnie

I would agree with you if I could tell, by how comfortable they are, that they needed to be thrown away in two weeks. However, they still feel very comfortable after the two week mark and what I wanted to know was how often the manufacturer suggest they be worn.

I'm glad they're still comfortable after two weeks. Some people don't make it that far. Oasys 10 is right, these are two week lenses. Here's that the Acuvue website had to say:

"How long can I wear them?

Wear and remove daily for up to two weeks OR wear continuously for up to seven days/six nights, as directed by your eye doctor."

Got that? Continuously for one week, or only during the day for two weeks.

I'm sorry you don't trust your eye doctor. Can you find a new one?

Eldradmustlive · #25 (**permalink**) 11-12-2009, 03:32 PM

Look everybody! This thread is now 25 posts long! Thank you to all who contributed. It feels good to be a part of it.

Zana · #26 (**permalink**) 12-03-2009, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Sidnie

I would agree with you if I could tell, by how comfortable they are, that they needed to be thrown away in two weeks. However, they still feel very comfortable after the two week mark and what I wanted to know was how often the manufacturer suggest they be worn.

The reason I ask, is not because I don't have the money to replace them, but because I don't trust my eye doctor, since he's lied to me about the real differences between the Acuvue Advance and the Acuvue Oasys lenses in the past. I don't think he's actually knows what he's talking about.

I'm not being cavalier when it comes to my eyes; I'm trying to be practical.

Hi Sidnie,

I wish I could say this to every man, woman and teenager who wears contacts lenses, but I'll do what I can. Please do not wear your contact lenses longer they they are intended to be worn. In the case of Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism, that's two weeks if you don't sleep in them.
You might be able to wear them safely for longer than that, but why would you want to risk problems with your eyes? You know how painful it is to get just a tiny speck of dust or an eyelash in your eye. Let's avoid eye pain as much as possible, shall we?

OzzieG · #27 (**permalink**) 12-08-2009, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Zana

Hi Sidnie,

I wish I could say this to every man, woman and teenager who wears contacts lenses, but I'll do what I can. Please do not wear your contact lenses longer they they are intended to be worn. In the case of Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism, that's two weeks if you don't sleep in them.
You might be able to wear them safely for longer than that, but why would you want to risk problems with your eyes? You know how painful it is to get just a tiny speck of dust or an eyelash in your eye. Let's avoid eye pain as much as possible, shall we?

Zana's right. Sidnie says that he/she is not being caviler about wearing contact lenses, just practical. That's good because so many are caviler. They say "I'm not taking my contacts out until my eyes start hurting." By then it might be too late. Don't take risks with your eyes. Take your contacts out and change them according to your eye doctor's instructions.

LittleElvis · #28 (**permalink**) 12-16-2009, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by OzzieG

Zana's right. Sidnie says that he/she is not being caviler about wearing contact lenses, just practical. That's good because so many are caviler. They say "I'm not taking my contacts out until my eyes start hurting." By then it might be too late. Don't take risks with your eyes. Take your contacts out and change them according to your eye doctor's instructions.

I'd like to second this posting and stress the importance of changing your contact lenses on time. These contacts are not designed to stay in your eyes indefinitely. Your eye doctor should let you know how often you have to change your Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism contact lenses. If not, ask.

Zana · #29 (**permalink**) 12-21-2009, 05:10 PM

Thanks OzzieG, Little Elvis. I'm glad you agree that staying with the schedule your eye doctor gave you for your contacts is a good idea. Listen to your eye care professional. They went to school a long time to learn their trade, you know.

ozlens · #30 (**permalink**) 01-21-2010, 08:11 PM

Hi folks....

I have been trying soft contacts for about 6 months now.

I had tried Air Optix.. but I found they dried out too quickly and am now tossing up between Oasys for Astigmatism and Biofinity Toric.

Initially I find both better than the Air Optix with Aircon/dry eye.. but my dillema is between the Oasys and the Biofinity...

The Oasys has the sharper vision, however when I move my eye left and right I can feel it in the corner of my eye (nearest to my ear) and can notice the lens' in my peripheral vision... Do either of these settle down or are these simply not a good 'fit'?

With the Biofinity, I find the vision not as sharp, but they are much better to handle (the Oasys are TOO soft.. they fold on themselves too easily) and I can't even feel when I am wearing them!!

Any thoughts?

8mile · #31 (**permalink**) 03-20-2010, 11:39 PM

I just got my first trial pair of Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism today. I have a similar problem, when i move my eyes to the left and right, I can see the lens in my peripheral vision. Is it not fit correctly? I am normally fitted with parameter of 14mm. These are 14.5mm.

Also i found out there is no inside out mark on these lenses. How to I make sure I inserted the lens the right way.

Thanks

unclebuck · #32 (**permalink**) 03-22-2010, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by 8mile

I just got my first trial pair of Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism today. I have a similar problem, when i move my eyes to the left and right, I can see the lens in my peripheral vision. Is it not fit correctly? I am normally fitted with parameter of 14mm. These are 14.5mm.

Also i found out there is no inside out mark on these lenses. How to I make sure I inserted the lens the right way.

Thanks

So many times on this site it comes down to comfort vs clarity. You wind up having to decide whether you want to see clearly or be comfortable. Did you make that decision?

8mile · #33 (**permalink**) 03-27-2010, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by unclebuck

So many times on this site it comes down to comfort vs clarity. You wind up having to decide whether you want to see clearly or be comfortable. Did you make that decision?

I just went to switch to Acuvue Advance for astigmatism, it feels much more comfortable, even though all the parameters are the same as Oasys. I was wondering whether the trial pair I received from Oasys was a defect.

jacklsw86 · #34 (**permalink**) 03-28-2010, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 8mile

I just got my first trial pair of Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism today. I have a similar problem, when i move my eyes to the left and right, I can see the lens in my peripheral vision. Is it not fit correctly? I am normally fitted with parameter of 14mm. These are 14.5mm.

Also i found out there is no inside out mark on these lenses. How to I make sure I inserted the lens the right way.

Thanks

it would be very easy to see if this lens is inside out, when it is inside out, its outline won't be round in shape.

closey · #35 (**permalink**) 03-29-2010, 03:37 AM

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Originally Posted by jacklsw86

it would be very easy to see if this lens is inside out, when it is inside out, its outline won't be round in shape.

Also, you can try what is called the 'taco test'. If you hold the lens between two fingers and squeeze the edges together towards each other, if the lens forms a 'taco' shape, it's the right way around.

Eldradmustlive · #36 (**permalink**) 04-06-2010, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by closey

Also, you can try what is called the 'taco test'. If you hold the lens between two fingers and squeeze the edges together towards each other, if the lens forms a 'taco' shape, it's the right way around.

What it it's not the right way round? What happens then?

Some prefer to look at the shape of the lens when it' sitting on your finger. If it's a smooth, rounded shape like the letter "C", you've got it right. If the edges flare out and form a kind of "rim," then the lens inside out.

closey · #37 (**permalink**) 04-06-2010, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Eldradmustlive

What it it's not the right way round? What happens then?

Some prefer to look at the shape of the lens when it' sitting on your finger. If it's a smooth, rounded shape like the letter "C", you've got it right. If the edges flare out and form a kind of "rim," then the lens inside out.

If you see the photo above, you could say the lens resembles a taco, which is good... just don't try eating it

If it's the wrong way around, you might feel like there is something stuck in your eye, or even do some damage to your eye.

unclebuck · #38 (**permalink**) 04-29-2010, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 8mile

I just went to switch to Acuvue Advance for astigmatism, it feels much more comfortable, even though all the parameters are the same as Oasys. I was wondering whether the trial pair I received from Oasys was a defect.

So you got your comfort AND your clarity from Acuvue Advance For Astigmatism, huh? That's great.
As for your defective Oasys lenses, it's hard to know if you just got a bad pair of lenses or not. I guess you only way you'll know is to try on another pair of Oasys lenses. Do you think you can get another trial pair from your eye doctor if you say "pretty please" and bat your eyelashes?

Eldradmustlive · #39 (**permalink**) 11-11-2010, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by unclebuck

So you got your comfort AND your clarity from Acuvue Advance For Astigmatism, huh? That's great.
As for your defective Oasys lenses, it's hard to know if you just got a bad pair of lenses or not. I guess you only way you'll know is to try on another pair of Oasys lenses. Do you think you can get another trial pair from your eye doctor if you say "pretty please" and bat your eyelashes?

That would probably work on me . . .

OzzieG · #40 (**permalink**) 12-07-2010, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by sliq1

Hello there.

Well Glasses are more comfortable and all but recently a few things happened in my life so out of necessity as well as for my own benefits I decided to go back to wearing lenses.
Those being, playing more sports, single again (haha) and a job that may require facial protection so glasses are a hassle.

We haven't heard from you in this thread for over two years, sliq1. What's happening?

robbykennedy · #41 (**permalink**) 12-13-2010, 05:08 PM

I am new to contact lenses, I have been wearing them for 6 months now. I started with the Acuvue One day, I hated those contacts.
I am now using Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism and the question I have is the following: The lenses are two weeks, after the two weeks I am supposed to throw them away and pic a fresh pair. Sometimes during those two weeks I don't wear my contacts every day, I wear them every other day. In a one week's span I wear them four times, for sure on the weekend (Saturday, Sunday) then on Monday I wear my glasses and on Tuesday Wear contacts.
Finally here's my question, Should I still replace my contacts every two weeks if I don't wear them every day or should I wear them accordingly to account for two week's wear?

Unclelar · #42 (**permalink**) 12-14-2010, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by robbykennedy

I am new to contact lenses, I have been wearing them for 6 months now. I started with the Acuvue One day, I hated those contacts.
I am now using Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism and the question I have is the following: The lenses are two weeks, after the two weeks I am supposed to throw them away and pic a fresh pair. Sometimes during those two weeks I don't wear my contacts every day, I wear them every other day. In a one week's span I wear them four times, for sure on the weekend (Saturday, Sunday) then on Monday I wear my glasses and on Tuesday Wear contacts.
Finally here's my question, Should I still replace my contacts every two weeks if I don't wear them every day or should I wear them accordingly to account for two week's wear?

Hi, robbykennedy. Welcome to Lens 101. You probably should have started a new thread so I people--including you--won't have to scroll down past 40 posts to find your question.
Something to think about for next time.

Anyway, 1-2 week lenses like Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism are usually worn for two weeks if they're not worn overnight, and one week if you sleep in them. So if you don't sleep and them, and don't wear them every day, most eye doctors will tell you that you can put them in your eyes 14 times before you throw them away. So if you wear them one day, and go without them the next, switching off each day, you can wear one pair of lenses for almost a month. Check with your eye doctor and see if this wear schedule will work for you.

unclebuck · #43 (**permalink**) 12-21-2010, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Eldradmustlive

That would probably work on me . . .

This is what I'm saying.

In fact, I almost said it, until I saw that you already did, Eldrad.

Smanzi333 · #44 (**permalink**) 01-03-2011, 09:37 PM

I am new to contacts and am having a hard time with the comfort of the oasys toric. Are the acuvue advanced more comfortable? I am going to tell my O.D to order me a trial pair. I find the oasys to feel sticky , like they are sticking to my eye lids or eylashes. I am also getting the sensation that wind is blowing in my eyes and it's making me constantly blink. I am also finding that my left eye is very unconfortable and blurred in them. Thank you for any help you could give me, HAppy New Year All!!!

Banditcat · #45 (**permalink**) 01-04-2011, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Smanzi333

I am new to contacts and am having a hard time with the comfort of the oasys toric. Are the acuvue advanced more comfortable? I am going to tell my O.D to order me a trial pair. I find the oasys to feel sticky , like they are sticking to my eye lids or eylashes. I am also getting the sensation that wind is blowing in my eyes and it's making me constantly blink. I am also finding that my left eye is very unconfortable and blurred in them. Thank you for any help you could give me, Happy New Year All!!!

Happy New Year to you as well, Smanzi333.

What made you decide to try Acuvue Advance for Astigmatism? Did you doctor recommend them?

Smanzi333 · #46 (**permalink**) 01-04-2011, 04:11 PM

I didn't try the advanced yet, I just heard good things about them. I'm seeing the O.D on Thursday again.

LittleElvis · #47 (**permalink**) 01-04-2011, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Smanzi333

I didn't try the advanced yet, I just heard good things about them. I'm seeing the O.D on Thursday again.

Great. I think Banditcat was afraid you prescribed those lenses for yourself. I hope you will come back later and tell us what happened at your O.D. I hope it's good news.

Smanzi333 · #48 (**permalink**) 01-04-2011, 06:20 PM

I will defenetly keep you guys informed, you're a Big help. The sensation of wind blowing in my eyes is gone, I wonder if I just have to get used to these. It's only been a littloe over a week with these. Still I would like to get the vision in my left eye better.

babyblues · #49 (**permalink**) 01-05-2011, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Smanzi333

I will defenetly keep you guys informed, you're a Big help. The sensation of wind blowing in my eyes is gone, I wonder if I just have to get used to these. It's only been a littloe over a week with these. Still I would like to get the vision in my left eye better.

I'm so glad Lens 101 has been helpful to you. Don't forget to tell all your friends about us.

Smanzi333 · #50 (**permalink**) 01-07-2011, 05:51 AM

I found that the trial pair of the oasys were not as comfortable as the boxes that i've purchased. I am a lot happier with the oasys toric that i've purchased, plus I think I just needed time to adjust. I think that there might be a lot of defective trials out there. I am a newbee though so I can't really say with any real credability. I am happy with them though and my doctor is going to order me a pair of the air optix toric just to cure my curiosity , she says that she is supossed to get them any day and will use me as her ginnipig

She is very good!!!

K-9 · #51 (**permalink**) 01-07-2011, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Smanzi333

I found that the trial pair of the oasys were not as comfortable as the boxes that i've purchased. I am a lot happier with the oasys toric that i've purchased, plus I think I just needed time to adjust. I think that there might be a lot of defective trials out there. I am a newbee though so I can't really say with any real credability. I am happy with them though and my doctor is going to order me a pair of the air optix toric just to cure my curiosity , she says that she is supossed to get them any day and will use me as her ginnipig

She is very good!!!

I don't think there are a lot of defective trial lenses out there. That wouldn't be very good for business, you know. If it were my company I'd make sure that the trial samples were the best of the bunch. That way the customers say "Wow! This free sample is terrific! I'll gladly pay for these contact lenses!"

Smanzi333 · #52 (**permalink**) 01-07-2011, 07:55 PM

That's what i was thinking but saw a post where people said the doctor said maybe you got a defective pair. I agree with you 100% that would be bad business. I am probably wrong.

Smanzi333 · #53 (**permalink**) 01-07-2011, 08:32 PM

I have to post this on this thread, These drop work really good for me and my Doctor recomended them. I've tried two others Blink for cintacts and Clerz and the complete Blink N Clean works Awesome.

sma11rice · #54 (**permalink**) 02-17-2011, 11:29 PM

I just got my trial pair this week, tried for a few days wearing a few hours each day. The first day was okay but can feel a little blurry throughout the wear. The second day, my right eye didn't feel comfortable when I first put it on, and I couldn't take the lens out without putting in some eye drops to moist the eye to take it out from the right eye. The lens in the right eye sits extremely tight that I almost couldnt take it out...and on the third day, I also had problem removing the lens from the right eye (the left was fine), when I finally took it out, my right eye felt like I peeled some tissue off the eye. Is this because of the axis? Maybe I had the wrong axis on the prescription? Or is this just because the lens is just too thin? I hope I have a better way of taking the lens out. Or maybe I should try a different brand? Should I be wearing it if it's very tight?

Iseeall · #55 (**permalink**) 02-18-2011, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Smanzi333

I agree with you 100% that would be bad business. I am probably wrong.

So that means you're both wrong?

unclebuck · #56 (**permalink**) 03-08-2011, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by sma11rice

I just got my trial pair this week, tried for a few days wearing a few hours each day. The first day was okay but can feel a little blurry throughout the wear. The second day, my right eye didn't feel comfortable when I first put it on, and I couldn't take the lens out without putting in some eye drops to moist the eye to take it out from the right eye. The lens in the right eye sits extremely tight that I almost couldnt take it out...and on the third day, I also had problem removing the lens from the right eye (the left was fine), when I finally took it out, my right eye felt like I peeled some tissue off the eye. Is this because of the axis? Maybe I had the wrong axis on the prescription? Or is this just because the lens is just too thin? I hope I have a better way of taking the lens out. Or maybe I should try a different brand? Should I be wearing it if it's very tight?

If it feels tight, then it's most likely the base curve. You got those contact lenses professionally fitted, right?

StairMaster71 · #57 (**permalink**) 03-08-2011, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by unclebuck

If it feels tight, then it's most likely the base curve. You got those contact lenses professionally fitted, right?

Right unclebuck. A base curve that is too steep will result in contact lenses that feel "tight." That shouldn't happen if you have an eye doctor that knows what he or she is doing. Sma11rice should go back and get those lenses fitted properly.

denoon · #58 (**permalink**) 05-30-2011, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Eldradmustlive

When you first tried out your Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism contact lenses, did you have any problems during that time? Maybe you can share with us what happened and how you resolved them.

Thanks.

I am new to contacts. Have never worn them. Because they are so thin I am having trouble putting them in. They want invert themselves when I touch them to my eye. I really like them as they are very comfortable and the vision ,although not perfect, is acceptable. Any thougths or ideas on helping me get these in would be appeciated.

Smanzi333 · #59 (**permalink**) 05-30-2011, 04:35 PM

Just barely touch the contact to your eye and the contact will do the rest. It will literally get sucked onto your eye. If you press to hard it will not have a chance to get sucked on!

CaptainKremen · #60 (**permalink**) 05-31-2011, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Smanzi333

Just barely touch the contact to your eye and the contact will do the rest. It will literally get sucked onto your eye. If you press to hard it will not have a chance to get sucked on!

Yup. It's a well-known phenomenon called "surface tension."

Dbearman · #61 (**permalink**) 07-15-2011, 06:45 PM

I have just tried a pair of Accuvue Oasys for astigmatism the last 8 days. They get progressively worse every single day. My left eye the one with astigmatism burns like hell and is blurry. The right one just hurts. I have tried 3 different cleaning solutions and have tried wetting drops. As of know I hate these. Have had them out for several hours and my left eye is still burning. Going back to Dr. tommorow. Have any of you had these problems and what lens did you switch in to ? Are Airoptix worth trying ?

denoon · #62 (**permalink**) 07-15-2011, 07:00 PM

I tried B/L Pure Vision Toric. These were easier to put in but I could not see worth a damn. Back to Oasys. Next try will be Copper Vision. Be sure your hands are extra clean while inserting lens. It doesn't take much on your finger to contaminate the eye.

MaryTamm2 · #63 (**permalink**) 07-18-2011, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Dbearman

I have just tried a pair of Accuvue Oasys for astigmatism the last 8 days. They get progressively worse every single day. I have tried 3 different cleaning solutions and have tried wetting drops. As of now I hate these. Have had them out for several hours and my left eye is still burning. Going back to Dr. tommorow.

What did the doctor say, Dbearman?

Garfield21 · #64 (**permalink**) 07-18-2011, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by sliq1

Hello there.

Well Glasses are more comfortable and all but recently a few things happened in my life so out of necessity as well as for my own benefits I decided to go back to wearing lenses.
Those being, playing more sports, single again (haha) and a job that may require facial protection so glasses are a hassle.

So have you gone back to your contact lenses and returned to the dating scene?

LittleElvis · #65 (**permalink**) 07-21-2011, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by denoon

I tried B/L Pure Vision Toric. These were easier to put in but I could not see worth a damn. Back to Oasys. Next try will be Copper Vision. Be sure your hands are extra clean while inserting lens. It doesn't take much on your finger to contaminate the eye.

Was if Oasys lenses that you mentioned earlier that were so thin and hard to handle?

Zana · #66 (**permalink**) 07-21-2011, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by ozlens

Hi folks....

I have been trying soft contacts for about 6 months now.

I had tried Air Optix.. but I found they dried out too quickly and am now tossing up between Oasys for Astigmatism and Biofinity Toric.

Initially I find both better than the Air Optix with Aircon/dry eye.. but my dilemma is between the Oasys and the Biofinity...

The Oasys has the sharper vision, however when I move my eye left and right I can feel it in the corner of my eye (nearest to my ear) and can notice the lens' in my peripheral vision... Do either of these settle down or are these simply not a good 'fit'?

With the Biofinity, I find the vision not as sharp, but they are much better to handle (the Oasys are TOO soft.. they fold on themselves too easily) and I can't even feel when I am wearing them!!

Any thoughts?

Did you find anything helpful here, ozlens? Have you made your decision between Biofinity and Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism?

sargemil · #67 (**permalink**) 09-01-2011, 01:03 PM

I just got contacts for the 1st time ever yesterday. They are the acuvue oasis for astigmatism. My left contact feels good and I really don't even notice it. But the one in my right eye is really bothering me. I had to replace my 1st trial lens since I torn the 1st one. When I'm in the sun or driving I see a black spot in the right side of my right eye. It looks like its a water drop. It bugs the crap out of me. Is this normal? Do I have the wrong size contact? and one more piece of info the doctor said I have an astigmatism in my left eye but my right eye was fine could the astigmatism lens be wrong for my right eye?

I really hope someone can help me out. This issue really bugs me. I have an appointment to go back next week but I'm kind of impatient lol.

thanks

hotpepperking · #68 (**permalink**) 09-01-2011, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by sargemil

I just got contacts for the 1st time ever yesterday. They are the acuvue oasis for astigmatism. My left contact feels good and I really don't even notice it. But the one in my right eye is really bothering me. I had to replace my 1st trial lens since I torn the 1st one. When I'm in the sun or driving I see a black spot in the right side of my right eye. It looks like its a water drop. It bugs the crap out of me. Is this normal? Do I have the wrong size contact? and one more piece of info the doctor said I have an astigmatism in my left eye but my right eye was fine could the astigmatism lens be wrong for my right eye?

I really hope someone can help me out. This issue really bugs me. I have an appointment to go back next week but I'm kind of impatient lol.

thanks

Hey there sargemil. I'm glad you could join us here. It's a shame about that right lens. Perhaps that "black spot" that you see is the edge of the lens. It's not normal and you should ask your doctor about it. As for the astigmatism. it's not uncommon to have it in only one eye, or more strongly in one eye than the other. I'd be curious to know what your doctor says.

lovecontacts · #69 (**permalink**) 10-07-2011, 06:03 PM

I am using my acuvue trial pair for astigmatism(oasys) and I can contantly feel it in my eye. This is not the case wit Bioinfinity though!

Trixie · #70 (**permalink**) 10-10-2011, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sargemil

I just got contacts for the 1st time ever yesterday. They are the acuvue oasis for astigmatism. My left contact feels good and I really don't even notice it. But the one in my right eye is really bothering me. I had to replace my 1st trial lens since I torn the 1st one. When I'm in the sun or driving I see a black spot in the right side of my right eye. It looks like its a water drop. It bugs the crap out of me. Is this normal? Do I have the wrong size contact? and one more piece of info the doctor said I have an astigmatism in my left eye but my right eye was fine could the astigmatism lens be wrong for my right eye?

I really hope someone can help me out. This issue really bugs me. I have an appointment to go back next week but I'm kind of impatient lol.

thanks

So, what happened when you went to your appointment? Did you get some help from the doctor?

Iseeall · #71 (**permalink**) 10-19-2011, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Garfield21

So have you gone back to your contact lenses and returned to the dating scene?

If I saw someone with a purple dress like in that picture I might take my contacts out.

Niner · #72 (**permalink**) 11-14-2011, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Iseeall

If I saw someone with a purple dress like in that picture I might take my contacts out.

Do you mean the woman on the far left with the purple go-go boots on? Yea, she's a pretty lady but her dress sense need a little help.

IndicaKitten · #73 (**permalink**) 12-08-2011, 11:38 PM

I've tried a number of contacts, the main ones I've used have been Oasys by Acuvue. I've used them on and off for a few years now and I really don't like that. The became such a pain that I began wearing my glasses 99% of the time. I avoid putting in my contacts like the plague, no joke. I'm a model and it's very hard for me to deal with because I'm not allowed to wear glasses during the majority of my work, and it's frustrating because I can't walk in heels on a darkly lit runway without being able to see! Wearing contacts while someone else does your make-up isn't fun, and wearing false lashes is irritating and painful with contacts. The contacts would turn my eyes so red that I'd have to take them out for photoshoots, which was really hard for me because I can't see the lens or even the photographer if he's far away enough. I'm switching to Preference Toric lenses because I've read great things about their comfort level. You only change them once a month or so (I believe) and they're really pricey if you don't have insurance (like me =/) but I'm crossing my fingers that they'll work. I'll update here when I know. I get my trials next week as long as they come in on time. Oasys has only ever caused me tons of problems, and I'd never wish them on anyone! I can't even wear my contacts an hour without them getting bright red and super dry! They've even dried out and stuck to my eye a number of times, which is scary and painful. It took me over an hour before bed having to rewet them and rewet them with tons of drops until I could finally slide the lens over and grab enough of it to rip them off my eyes... like TAPE. They get so stuck to my eyes sometimes, the drops were super painful trying to rewet them because my eyes were irritated, my eye bulged out when I was pulling it off, that's how stuck they can get. That also happens to me even if I'm putting in rewetting drops at least once and hour. Personally Oasys doesn't work for me, but that's because my eyes are extremely dry apparently? I can see through them well, but not great, enough to drive and watch movies, but they're kinda blurry and go all wonky sometimes.

luvbostonxo2's · #74 (**permalink**) 12-09-2011, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by IndicaKitten

I've tried a number of contacts, the main ones I've used have been Oasys by Acuvue. I've used them on and off for a few years now and I really don't like that. The became such a pain that I began wearing my glasses 99% of the time. I avoid putting in my contacts like the plague, no joke. I'm a model and it's very hard for me to deal with because I'm not allowed to wear glasses during the majority of my work, and it's frustrating because I can't walk in heels on a darkly lit runway without being able to see! Wearing contacts while someone else does your make-up isn't fun, and wearing false lashes is irritating and painful with contacts. The contacts would turn my eyes so red that I'd have to take them out for photoshoots, which was really hard for me because I can't see the lens or even the photographer if he's far away enough. I'm switching to Preference Toric lenses because I've read great things about their comfort level. You only change them once a month or so (I believe) and they're really pricey if you don't have insurance (like me =/) but I'm crossing my fingers that they'll work. I'll update here when I know. I get my trials next week as long as they come in on time. Oasys has only ever caused me tons of problems, and I'd never wish them on anyone! I can't even wear my contacts an hour without them getting bright red and super dry! They've even dried out and stuck to my eye a number of times, which is scary and painful. It took me over an hour before bed having to rewet them and rewet them with tons of drops until I could finally slide the lens over and grab enough of it to rip them off my eyes... like TAPE. They get so stuck to my eyes sometimes, the drops were super painful trying to rewet them because my eyes were irritated, my eye bulged out when I was pulling it off, that's how stuck they can get. That also happens to me even if I'm putting in rewetting drops at least once and hour. Personally Oasys doesn't work for me, but that's because my eyes are extremely dry apparently? I can see through them well, but not great, enough to drive and watch movies, but they're kinda blurry and go all wonky sometimes.

Wowow im sooo sorry that your having such a pickle...........THis really lies in the lack of work that your ecp is doing for you.

There are great lenses which would offer you comfort as Acuvue Oasys IS NOT the only lens option. Models are exposed to tons of hair spray, flecks of eye makeup, and extremely long wearing schedules. Perhaps try Proclear for dry sensitive eyes, One day disposables like Acuvue tru eye, Air Optix Aqua, and extreme h20 are all lenses for drier eyes that are sensitive.

Rgp lenses may be an option too but having them pop out or getting a piece of dust under the lens may not be good when your working the runway.

luvbostonxo2's · #75 (**permalink**) 12-09-2011, 12:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IndicaKitten

I've tried a number of contacts, the main ones I've used have been Oasys by Acuvue. I've used them on and off for a few years now and I really don't like that. The became such a pain that I began wearing my glasses 99% of the time. I avoid putting in my contacts like the plague, no joke. I'm a model and it's very hard for me to deal with because I'm not allowed to wear glasses during the majority of my work, and it's frustrating because I can't walk in heels on a darkly lit runway without being able to see! Wearing contacts while someone else does your make-up isn't fun, and wearing false lashes is irritating and painful with contacts. The contacts would turn my eyes so red that I'd have to take them out for photoshoots, which was really hard for me because I can't see the lens or even the photographer if he's far away enough. I'm switching to Preference Toric lenses because I've read great things about their comfort level. You only change them once a month or so (I believe) and they're really pricey if you don't have insurance (like me =/) but I'm crossing my fingers that they'll work. I'll update here when I know. I get my trials next week as long as they come in on time. Oasys has only ever caused me tons of problems, and I'd never wish them on anyone! I can't even wear my contacts an hour without them getting bright red and super dry! They've even dried out and stuck to my eye a number of times, which is scary and painful. It took me over an hour before bed having to rewet them and rewet them with tons of drops until I could finally slide the lens over and grab enough of it to rip them off my eyes... like TAPE. They get so stuck to my eyes sometimes, the drops were super painful trying to rewet them because my eyes were irritated, my eye bulged out when I was pulling it off, that's how stuck they can get. That also happens to me even if I'm putting in rewetting drops at least once and hour. Personally Oasys doesn't work for me, but that's because my eyes are extremely dry apparently? I can see through them well, but not great, enough to drive and watch movies, but they're kinda blurry and go all wonky sometimes.

Wowow im sooo sorry that your having such a pickle...........THis really lies in the lack of work that your ecp is doing for you.

There are great lenses which would offer you comfort as Acuvue Oasys IS NOT the only lens option. Models are exposed to tons of hair spray, flecks of eye makeup, and extremely long wearing schedules. Perhaps try coopervision biofinity and Proclear, One day disposables like Acuvue tru eye, Ciba vison Air optix aqua, and Benz extreme h20 are all lenses for drier eyes that are sensitive.

Rgp lenses may be an option too but having them pop out or getting a piece of dust under the lens may not be good when your working the runway.

IndicaKitten · #76 (**permalink**) 12-09-2011, 02:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by luvbostonxo2's

Wowow im sooo sorry that your having such a pickle...........THis really lies in the lack of work that your ecp is doing for you.

There are great lenses which would offer you comfort as Acuvue Oasys IS NOT the only lens option. Models are exposed to tons of hair spray, flecks of eye makeup, and extremely long wearing schedules. Perhaps try coopervision biofinity and Proclear, One day disposables like Acuvue tru eye, Ciba vison Air optix aqua, and Benz extreme h20 are all lenses for drier eyes that are sensitive.

Rgp lenses may be an option too but having them pop out or getting a piece of dust under the lens may not be good when your working the runway.

Thanks for the advice. I also have an astigmatism, do the lenses you mention above all work for astigmatism?

BigBanker1 · #77 (**permalink**) 12-09-2011, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by IndicaKitten

Thanks for the advice. I also have an astigmatism, do the lenses you mention above all work for astigmatism?

Hi IndicaKitten. If you need contact lenses for astigmatism, look for the ones with the word "toric" in the name.

Or "for Astigmatism." That works, too.

Here's where you can find some toric lenses: http://www.lens.com/contact-lenses/department100.asp