Anyone tried Biofinity Toric?

satellite · #**101** (**permalink**) 09-27-2010, 06:59 PM

I wonder if the problem taking them out has to do with with having a plus power rather than a minus? My toric eye is BC 87, Dia 14.5, Power +4.00 -0.75x100. Would be interested in hearing from other people with a plus power if they have trouble taking a toric lens out.

On the plus side. I now can take them out within 2 tries. I have to use a combination of the pinch and blink method. I slide the lens straight down below my cornea, then pinch and blink really hard - usually takes 2 times, and occasionally 3 times... but my eye doesn't get red. I also have to take them out when they start to feel dry and do NOT put any drops in my eyes within an hour of taking them out. The dryer they are, the easier they come out. If I put in drops, they are really really hard to take out and it takes about 10+ tries and a REAL red eye afterwards so I can't wear them for a couple days.

Knotlob · #**102** (**permalink**) 09-28-2010, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by nexis777

Sorry, that other was the power. I thought that's what you were talking about. The cylinder is -1.25 on one eye, and -0.75 for the other.

Is that what you were wondering?

Hello nexis777

The toric lenses have three figures in their prescription:

e.g. -6.25D, -1.25D, 70 Deg

in this example, the -6.26 is the spherical correction so you can see objects far away and when driving, etc.

The -1.25D figure is the power of the cylinder which corrects your astigmatism.

The 70 Deg figure is the axis in degrees at which the cylinder correction is aligned on your eye.

There may be figures like 14.4mm (diameter of the contact lens) and 8.6mm (base curve - radius of curvature of the contact lens to fit your cornea).

I was just wondering if some people have problems removing Biofinity torics because of the lens power - some people have no problems.

knotlob

satellite · #**103** (**permalink**) 09-28-2010, 10:09 AM

Thanks for the explanation!!

In the last couple posts…..
Power +4.00; -0.75x100 has trouble taking toric lens out.
Power –6.26 –125x70 has NO trouble taking toric lens out.

These are two very different scripts. It would be interesting to me to find out what that power line on the lens box reads for other people like me that are having trouble taking the lens out (mine is the +4.00 –0.75x100 on my lens box). Looks like the BC and DIA for the Biofinity Toric is only 8..7 BC and 14.5 Dia so that is the same on all Biofinity Toric lens.

I never had trouble taking an Acuvue Oasys Toric out... but the Acuvue just didn't fit my eye right. The only difference in the Acuvue Oasys Toric and the Biofinity is that the Acuvue had a 8.6 BC (base curve) and the Biofinity has a 8.7 BC. The diameter and power was the same. The Acuvue felt like it was scratching my eye on one side so going to a BC 8.6 with the Biofinity made a difference for me in the comfort. Biofinity Toric feels great but they are hard to take out. PS, I just wear Biofinity on my left toric eye; I use Acuvue Oasys on my right non-toric eye (that one is a breeze to take out).

arnine · #**104** (**permalink**) 11-08-2010, 07:27 PM

Hi! First post here. Came across this site when looking for reviews on the biofinity torics. I trialed these and loved them. I actually wore the trial pair for almost 8 weeks (daily wear, no overnights and cleaned every other day with a daily cleaner). No problems. Went ahead and ordered one box for each eye. Wore the first set for about a week and the right lense tore. I wore it until it became uncomfortable then went back to the trial lense. Then the left lense tore. Went back to trial lense in that eye also. Opened new package last week and the right lense is already torn and cannot be worn again. What is the deal? I switched from the accuvue advanced for durability and length of wear. Do I have a bad batch or is this a common feature? (I've been wearing contact for 5+ years....)

It's really disappointing because I love the comfort and the clarity........

Also, can these actually been worn for 30 consecutive days without removal? I only wear daily but may consider wearing for a week then taking out for 24 hours and reinserting to help the longevity.....

arnine · #**105** (**permalink**) 11-08-2010, 07:30 PM

oh forgot to state scipt

Right -6.00 -1.25x180
Left -6.00 -1.25x150

BC 8.7
DIA 14.5

Knotlob · #**106** (**permalink**) 11-09-2010, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by arnine

Hi! First post here. Came across this site when looking for reviews on the biofinity torics. I trialed these and loved them. I actually wore the trial pair for almost 8 weeks (daily wear, no overnights and cleaned every other day with a daily cleaner). No problems. Went ahead and ordered one box for each eye. Wore the first set for about a week and the right lense tore. I wore it until it became uncomfortable then went back to the trial lense. Then the left lense tore. Went back to trial lense in that eye also. Opened new package last week and the right lense is already torn and cannot be worn again. What is the deal? I switched from the accuvue advanced for durability and length of wear. Do I have a bad batch or is this a common feature? (I've been wearing contact for 5+ years....)

It's really disappointing because I love the comfort and the clarity........

Also, can these actually been worn for 30 consecutive days without removal? I only wear daily but may consider wearing for a week then taking out for 24 hours and reinserting to help the longevity.....

Hello arnine and welcome to the forum

First of all, despite what any manufacturer will tell you, it is NOT recommended to wear contact lenses continuously for 7 or 30 days continuously (24/7). If you do you vastly increase the risk of developing corneal ulcers. If these happen to occur on the centre of your cornea, the scarring caused by these ulcers will permanently degrade your eyesight and may even cause permanent blindness, at least until you have a corneal transplant taken from a donor.

The Biofinity lenses are fairly thin (0.08mm centre thickness measured on a -3.00D lens) but as you have found they are exceptionally comfortable.

I have worn these lenses for a short while before switching to RGP lenses for improved vision.

I did tear a Biofinity lens after 6 days, though it was on the periphery and I was able to continue wearing it. There is no way that a lens should be already torn before you take it out of the package. That would be a manufacturing fault.

There are a couple of reasons why the lens may be damaged in handling. One is if you use a barrel type case with a hanging cage inside a single barrel, the lens can be trapped by the cage lid and be damaged. It is preferable to use a double compartment case without any cage to store your lenses.

The other reason my optician told me about, is that if the lens becomes dry, even if you don't feel it dry, when you come to pinch the lens off your cornea, you may leave a crease in the lens. This crease becomes a weak point and a tear may develop from there. To prevent this, add a couple of drops of lens solution (saline) to your eyes a few minutes before you plan to take out your lenses. This will rehydrate the lens and prevent damage. Alternatively, have your eye care specialist show you the other way to remove the lenses by using your eye lids to push the lens off your eye.

knotlob

Klingons4Peace · #**107** (**permalink**) 11-09-2010, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Knotlob

There are a couple of reasons why the lens may be damaged in handling. One is if you use a barrel type case with a hanging cage inside a single barrel, the lens can be trapped by the cage lid and be damaged. It is preferable to use a double compartment case without any cage to store your lenses.

The other reason my optician told me about, is that if the lens becomes dry, even if you don't feel it dry, when you come to pinch the lens off your cornea, you may leave a crease in the lens. This crease becomes a weak point and a tear may develop from there. To prevent this, add a couple of drops of lens solution (saline) to your eyes a few minutes before you plan to take out your lenses. This will rehydrate the lens and prevent damage. Alternatively, have your eye care specialist show you the other way to remove the lenses by using your eye lids to push the lens off your eye.

knotlob

Thanks for that information about how contact lenses can be damaged. I think we'll all be a little more careful from now on.

satellite · #**108** (**permalink**) 11-10-2010, 10:23 PM

THIN???? Geeze, my plus power is very thick!

I have a +4 Biofinity Toric for my left eye and a +5 on my Accuve for my right (which is not toric). If I stacked about 3 accuvue together, they would be about as thick as my biofinity. I have no trouble with the Biofinity tearing but I do have trouble taking it out... and I take them out daily.

So it seems that the minus power tears and can be taken out easy because it's thin.

The plus power doesn't tear but can NOT be taken out easy because it's so thick!

Guinness · #**109** (**permalink**) 11-11-2010, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by satellite

I have a +4 Biofinity Toric for my left eye and a +5 on my Accuve for my right (which is not toric). If I stacked about 3 accuvue together, they would be about as thick as my biofinity.

What kind of Acuvue lenses are you wearing? Are they 1-Day Acuvue, 1-Day Acuvue Moist, TruEye, Acuve 2, just plain Acuvue or something else? I'm curious about the thickness of the lenses. I want to check and see if the Biofinity lenses are really three times as thick as the Acuvue lenses as you say.

In the meantime, this has become such a long thread that your voice is a bit lost in the hurricane. How long have you been wearing contact lenses again?

Knotlob · #**110** (**permalink**) 11-11-2010, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Guinness

What kind of Acuvue lenses are you wearing? Are they 1-Day Acuvue, 1-Day Acuvue Moist, TruEye, Acuve 2, just plain Acuvue or something else? I'm curious about the thickness of the lenses. I want to check and see if the Biofinity lenses are really three times as thick as the Acuvue lenses as you say.

In the meantime, this has become such a long thread that your voice is a bit lost in the hurricane. How long have you been wearing contact lenses again?

Biofinity lenses are normally very thin, but because the prescription is 'PLUS' (i.e. convex) and quite strong, the lenses will of necessity be quite thick.

knotlob

Zana · #**111** (**permalink**) 11-11-2010, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Knotlob

Biofinity lenses are normally very thin, but because the prescription is 'PLUS' (i.e. convex) and quite strong, the lenses will of necessity be quite thick.

knotlob

That makes sense, knotlob. I guess I never thought about it but convex lenses by definition are thick in the middle.

satellite · #**112** (**permalink**) 11-11-2010, 11:52 AM

Don't think that statement "Biofinity lenses are normally very thin" holds up when you get into plus size. I used to wear Accuvue toric on the left (+4) and Accuvue 2 (+5) on the right. I replaced the Accuvue toric +4 with the Biofinity toric +4. I kept the Accuvue 2 for my right eye.

The biofinity +4 is way thicker than the accuvue toric +4. I still have some of the Accuvue toric left and use them when I just want to pop the lens in for a couple hours (they are easier to take out but only comfortable for a couple hours!). The Accuvue toric +4 feels like a thin piece of paper compared to the Biofinity toric +4.

Like I said, I can put 3 Accuvue toric +4 one on top of the other to get the thickness of the Biofinity toric +4. Of course I haven't done that but that's what it seems like to me in the difference of thickness. The Biofinity is much thicker than the Accuvue in a plus. I don't know about the Biofinity minus.... but I read a bunch of posts that the Biofinity tears easily... I don't have any problem with the tearing on a +4. My Accuvue has torn but I haven't had the Biofinity tear.

arnine · #**113** (**permalink**) 11-12-2010, 07:27 PM

I've never had trouble getting mine out and I also think mine are thicker than the acuvue advanced that I had previously. I find them to very comfortable and I feel that I see clearer with these than with the accuvue. I really like everything about them except for how fragile they seem to be. I would've thought that something designed to be worn for 30 days would be more durable. For the price, I'll just go back to the accuvue if this third lense doesn't make it the whole30 days.

captainneo · #**114** (**permalink**) 12-03-2010, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by arnine

I've never had trouble getting mine out and I also think mine are thicker than the acuvue advanced that I had previously. I find them to very comfortable and I feel that I see clearer with these than with the accuvue. I really like everything about them except for how fragile they seem to be. I would've thought that something designed to be worn for 30 days would be more durable. For the price, I'll just go back to the accuvue if this third lense doesn't make it the whole30 days.

So what's the latest on your contact lenses arnine? Are you wearing Biofinity contacts, or did you wind up going back to the Acuvue lenses?

Momalina2 · #**115** (**permalink**) 12-13-2010, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Starr

*120th post*

120 posts! Wow! Talk about productive! Congratulations Starr.

Erik · #**116** (**permalink**) 02-19-2011, 08:23 AM

I have some good experiences with extended wear with the Biofinity toric -3.75 -0.75/020 and -4.75 -1.25/020. I used them for a period of slightly over two weeks without any problems (the intention was to keep them in longer, but since we were visiting a beach for several days the chance of losing them in the ocean was simply to big). I have used the Bausch and Lomb Purevision (regular and toric) before and I found the Biofinity's to be more comfortable.

Specifics:
- After sleeping (the night) the Purevisions were quite dry and vision was relatively poor. This would clear up quite quickly, but it was inconvenient nonetheless. Note that I have used the Purevisions for 4 weeks of extended wear, but this was the case from the start of using them. With the Biofinity's I haven't experienced any problems.
- My optician warned me beforehand that it might be necessary to apply a few drops of contact lens solution to my eyes before removing the lenses (because otherwise they might stick to the eyes as other people mentioned), but this wasn't necessary in my case. I have had no problems removing them.
- From a vision perspective the lenses are probably the best lenses I have had so far, but I also changed optician in the process and the new optician changed the prescription slightly. So this might have other reasons.

Note that I haven't had problems with any specific type of contacts in the past. I have used the following types: Air Optix Aqua and Air Optix Aqua for Astigmatism (extended wear for about a week), the Focus Visitint (under a home brand label) and some home brand label half-year soft contacts (the latter at a cost of 22 euro's for a half-year toric lens, so probably not the best possible quality).

(I specifically bought the Biofinity's for extended wear. In general it might be better to remove lenses at the end of each day, but since we were traveling in Africa the less hygienic conditions meant that taking lenses out would actually be a greater risk of infection. Similarly I used to other types of extended wear lenses for camping in the past.)

Fresa · #**117** (**permalink**) 02-21-2011, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Erik

I have some good experiences with extended wear with the Biofinity toric -3.75 -0.75/020 and -4.75 -1.25/020. I used them for a period of slightly over two weeks without any problems (the intention was to keep them in longer, but since we were visiting a beach for several days the chance of losing them in the ocean was simply to big). I have used the Bausch and Lomb Purevision (regular and toric) before and I found the Biofinity's to be more comfortable.

Specifics:
- After sleeping (the night) the Purevisions were quite dry and vision was relatively poor. This would clear up quite quickly, but it was inconvenient nonetheless. Note that I have used the Purevisions for 4 weeks of extended wear, but this was the case from the start of using them. With the Biofinity's I haven't experienced any problems.
- My optician warned me beforehand that it might be necessary to apply a few drops of contact lens solution to my eyes before removing the lenses (because otherwise they might stick to the eyes as other people mentioned), but this wasn't necessary in my case. I have had no problems removing them.
- From a vision perspective the lenses are probably the best lenses I have had so far, but I also changed optician in the process and the new optician changed the prescription slightly. So this might have other reasons.

Note that I haven't had problems with any specific type of contacts in the past. I have used the following types: Air Optix Aqua and Air Optix Aqua for Astigmatism (extended wear for about a week), the Focus Visitint (under a home brand label) and some home brand label half-year soft contacts (the latter at a cost of 22 euro's for a half-year toric lens, so probably not the best possible quality).

(I specifically bought the Biofinity's for extended wear. In general it might be better to remove lenses at the end of each day, but since we were traveling in Africa the less hygienic conditions meant that taking lenses out would actually be a greater risk of infection. Similarly I used to other types of extended wear lenses for camping in the past.)

Thank you for that detailed report Erik. I really get a feeling for what it's like to wear Biofinity lenses after reading this.

Nichobec · #**118** (**permalink**) 02-22-2011, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Erik

I have some good experiences with extended wear with the Biofinity toric -3.75 -0.75/020 and -4.75 -1.25/020. I used them for a period of slightly over two weeks without any problems (the intention was to keep them in longer, but since we were visiting a beach for several days the chance of losing them in the ocean was simply to big). I have used the Bausch and Lomb Purevision (regular and toric) before and I found the Biofinity's to be more comfortable.

Specifics:
- After sleeping (the night) the Purevisions were quite dry and vision was relatively poor. This would clear up quite quickly, but it was inconvenient nonetheless. Note that I have used the Purevisions for 4 weeks of extended wear, but this was the case from the start of using them. With the Biofinity's I haven't experienced any problems.
- My optician warned me beforehand that it might be necessary to apply a few drops of contact lens solution to my eyes before removing the lenses (because otherwise they might stick to the eyes as other people mentioned), but this wasn't necessary in my case. I have had no problems removing them.
- From a vision perspective the lenses are probably the best lenses I have had so far, but I also changed optician in the process and the new optician changed the prescription slightly. So this might have other reasons.

Note that I haven't had problems with any specific type of contacts in the past. I have used the following types: Air Optix Aqua and Air Optix Aqua for Astigmatism (extended wear for about a week), the Focus Visitint (under a home brand label) and some home brand label half-year soft contacts (the latter at a cost of 22 euro's for a half-year toric lens, so probably not the best possible quality).

(I specifically bought the Biofinity's for extended wear. In general it might be better to remove lenses at the end of each day, but since we were traveling in Africa the less hygienic conditions meant that taking lenses out would actually be a greater risk of infection. Similarly I used to other types of extended wear lenses for camping in the past.)

Hi Erik. Maybe you can be our Biofinity go-to guy. What do you say?

SopranoKris · #**119** (**permalink**) 03-02-2011, 01:35 PM

I just got a pair of Biofinity lenses on Monday and I really like them. In the past, I have never been able to get crisp vision with soft contacts. I switched to RGP lenses back in 2004. I wore them for nearly 4 years. While I had terrific vision with the RGPs, the huge drawback for me was that every single speck of dust that flew my way seemed to find its way under my lenses. I work in Chicago (the Windy City) and just walking to work was torture, even with sunglasses on.

I finally gave up on the RGPs in 2008 and tried Accuvue Oasis. I couldn't get sharp vision with them, especially with my peripheral vision. So, I went back to glasses.

A few months ago, I noticed my vision was changing (getting older...ugh!), so I went to see an eye doctor that specializes in fitting contact lenses. That was the most thorough appointment I've ever had. I told him I was considering giving RGPs another try, even though I don't like them much. I absolutely hate wearing glasses. They fog up all the time in the winter going from cold to warm. He suggested trying a trial pair of Biofinity Torics.

I really didn't think they would work, but wow...I can see!!! I've never had such crisp vision in a soft lense. I've had them for a few days now and I can't get over it. They do get a little dry, but I've only had to use drops once during the day. With my RGPs, I was contstantly having to use drops to flush out dust.

I'm sticking with these lenses as long as they keep working so well. My eye doctor also said in a few months, I could consider wearing them as extended wear for 6 nights, but I'm too afraid of getting an eye infection to do that. However, it's nice to know that if I accidently fall asleep with my lenses in, I don't have to worry that I harmed my eyes

Sorry to ramble so long, but I'm just so excited that I can see with soft lenses!

Jarsie · #**120** (**permalink**) 03-16-2011, 11:56 PM

I am still loving my contacts! I hope when I go back in for a new prescription that I will still be able to wear this brand in my right eye. I'm already at
+1.00 -2.25 x80 - Sigh.... I believe they only go to -2.25... so I've got my fingers crossed.

Not sure I will continue with contacts if I can't get something as comfortable to Biofinity Toric. They are the softest lenses I have worn and I still forget I am wearing them.

PS - Ive never had a problem getting this brand out of my eye. When I first started wearing contacts, I would have the issue when I would have my A/C cranked up because of the heat. Or I would have an issue with hard lenses.

I have tore one, but that was a trial pair and it was the end of the day when I was taking it out. They were to be replaced the following day (as scheduled).

Since there is importance to removing them, not sleeping in them all to make sure the eye remains healthy, I make sure to do so. In something so comfortable it makes it hard to remember they are there.

Take care!

Tradecade · #**121** (**permalink**) 03-17-2011, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by SopranoKris

I just got a pair of Biofinity lenses on Monday and I really like them. In the past, I have never been able to get crisp vision with soft contacts. I switched to RGP lenses back in 2004. I wore them for nearly 4 years. While I had terrific vision with the RGPs, the huge drawback for me was that every single speck of dust that flew my way seemed to find its way under my lenses. I work in Chicago (the Windy City) and just walking to work was torture, even with sunglasses on.

I finally gave up on the RGPs in 2008 and tried Accuvue Oasis. I couldn't get sharp vision with them, especially with my peripheral vision. So, I went back to glasses.

A few months ago, I noticed my vision was changing (getting older...ugh!), so I went to see an eye doctor that specializes in fitting contact lenses. That was the most thorough appointment I've ever had. I told him I was considering giving RGPs another try, even though I don't like them much. I absolutely hate wearing glasses. They fog up all the time in the winter going from cold to warm. He suggested trying a trial pair of Biofinity Torics.

I really didn't think they would work, but wow...I can see!!! I've never had such crisp vision in a soft lens. I've had them for a few days now and I can't get over it. They do get a little dry, but I've only had to use drops once during the day. With my RGPs, I was constantly having to use drops to flush out dust.

I'm sticking with these lenses as long as they keep working so well. My eye doctor also said in a few months, I could consider wearing them as extended wear for 6 nights, but I'm too afraid of getting an eye infection to do that. However, it's nice to know that if I accidentally fall asleep with my lenses in, I don't have to worry that I harmed my eyes

Sorry to ramble so long, but I'm just so excited that I can see with soft lenses!

That's fantastic SopranoKris. I'm so glad you found contact lenses that you're happy with. Now spread the word about the joys of crisp clear vision.

As far as wearing your contact lenses for 6 nights, as long as your eye doctor gives you the green light and you clean your lenses properly (Your doctor's office will show you how if you don't know.) there's no reason to fear an eye infection.

aggiedude · #**122** (**permalink**) 03-18-2011, 12:21 PM

I still haven't found that "perfect" lens but then again I never found the "perfect" glasses either.........
Here's the lenses I've tried in the past 3 months and the results strictly from my perspective and opinions ok...

Biofinity's were very comfortable for 2-3 weeks and then they started irritating my eyes a little and just being basically uncomfortable and that's why I started looking for other choices. A tad blurry and halos appearing after 2-3 weeks also.

Tried 2 week Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism and they weren't "too" bad but immediate comfort was worse for me. They felt too thick and too large and in general less comfortable than the Biofinity's, so Biofinity's won over those. I did like the 2 week idea but if comfort isn't there who cares.

Doc decided to try Air Optix for Astigmatism and again, they were nice overall but not quite as comfortable as the Biofinity's after a long day and still were only "truly" comfortable for 2-3 weeks and them actually began burning my eyes a little, and no I didn't change solutions or anything else.

Doc decided to try a daily lens and that was the worse thing I could have ever tried ( again, my opinion )..Picked the Focus Dailies Toric yesterday and put a pair in this morning. Immediately felt dryness and my eyes being "pulled or tightened" and hated it. I did keep them in for 2 hours and utilized Blink N Clean but that only helped for like 5 minutes. I can NOT wear these and took them out and now have 9 lenses for each eye but definitely hated these lens as far as any comfort goes......

So overall so far, Biofinity's are still what I've got to choose and go with I'm thinking. My awesome Dr might be giving a few other brands a chance but we both agree that we will probably have to stick with the Biofinity's and just buy an extra box for each eye and go that route.

Hope this helps someone. I'll be more than happy to answer questions ya got in reference to my post or these particular lenses, and just wanted to post my input.
And knotlob or any admin folks, if you want to edit and or move this post to the other lens places I'm all for it ok. That's all I got today and pray everyone has an awesome and blessed weekend !!!

Wick · #**123** (**permalink**) 07-07-2011, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 15yearlensvet

I just saw my optometrist this afternoon and she gave me a trial pair of Biofinity Torics. Initially I loved them - the clarity was amazing. Though after only 2 hours of wear I noticed my eyes were INCREDIBLY dry - as if I were staring at a blowing AC without blinking. I ended up putting rewetting drops in my eyes 12 times in an six hour period!!! When I got home, I tried to take them out and I could not do it - I have never had this problem, even after wearing contacts for 18-24 hours. I tried everything short of going to the ER to get the darn things out. Finally after two hours of exhausting my bag of tricks and exhausting internet suggestions, I was able to get them out but only by pushing them to the side of my eye with a cotton swab and PINCHING them out with my nails by a tiny fold in the lense (Yes EWWW and bad).

I'm not sure if this was a fluke pair, but I'm betting this will surface as a common problem.

I have worn just about every brand of regular contacts and Torics over the last 15 years (currently Proclear). Despite the occasional tearing problem with Proclear (once in 1.5 years), at least they don't have such an affinity for my eye that they won't let go!

Anyone else had this problem with Biofinity?

I'm new to contacts and was originally fit with Proclear Toric's but the don't seem to stabilize on my eyes very well. I was given a trial pair of Biofinity Toric's and wore them that morning. Had a terrible time trying to remove them, and the rest of the day after removal I had such dry eyes. You explained the feeling very well- like someone is holding your eyes to a fan and you can't blink. This lasted into the night. I loved them for comfort and the clarity was tremendous compared to the ProClear but I'm afraid to try them again.

Bootz · #**124** (**permalink**) 07-12-2011, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by aggiedude

So overall so far, Biofinitys are still what I've got to choose and go with I'm thinking. My awesome Dr might be giving a few other brands a chance but we both agree that we will probably have to stick with the Biofinitys and just buy an extra box for each eye and go that route.

Let's hear it for those Biofinity lenses. It sounds like they are good lenses for you, and I hope that those thread helps a lot of other people choose their lenses.

Zana · #**125** (**permalink**) 07-12-2011, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Wick

I'm new to contacts and was originally fit with ProClear Toric's but the don't seem to stabilize on my eyes very well. I was given a trial pair of Biofinity Toric's and wore them that morning. Had a terrible time trying to remove them, and the rest of the day after removal I had such dry eyes. You explained the feeling very well- like someone is holding your eyes to a fan and you can't blink. This lasted into the night. I loved them for comfort and the clarity was tremendous compared to the ProClear but I'm afraid to try them again.

Have you gathered up the courage to try those Biofinity Torics again? Maybe you just need to get used to wearing them, and possibly a trip to the eye doctor's office for a professional opinion.

Wick · #**126** (**permalink**) 07-12-2011, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Zana

Have you gathered up the courage to try those Biofinity Torics again? Maybe you just need to get used to wearing them, and possibly a trip to the eye doctor's office for a professional opinion.

Haven't tried them again yet, but I'm going to give them another try.

RacerX · #**127** (**permalink**) 07-13-2011, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Wick

Haven't tried them again yet, but I'm going to give them another try.

Good, and I hope you'll let us know what you think of those lenses when you try them.

Wick · #**128** (**permalink**) 07-13-2011, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by RacerX

Good, and I hope you'll let us know what you think of those lenses when you try them.

Will do. Just need to get up the courage to put them in again, knowing I may have a hard time again removing them! I may just end up sticking with the ProClear's.

Wick · #**129** (**permalink**) 07-13-2011, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by satellite

Thanks for the explanation!!

In the last couple posts…..
Power +4.00; -0.75x100 has trouble taking toric lens out.
Power –6.26 –125x70 has NO trouble taking toric lens out.

These are two very different scripts. It would be interesting to me to find out what that power line on the lens box reads for other people like me that are having trouble taking the lens out (mine is the +4.00 –0.75x100 on my lens box). Looks like the BC and DIA for the Biofinity Toric is only 8..7 BC and 14.5 Dia so that is the same on all Biofinity Toric lens.

I never had trouble taking an Acuvue Oasys Toric out... but the Acuvue just didn't fit my eye right. The only difference in the Acuvue Oasys Toric and the Biofinity is that the Acuvue had a 8.6 BC (base curve) and the Biofinity has a 8.7 BC. The diameter and power was the same. The Acuvue felt like it was scratching my eye on one side so going to a BC 8.6 with the Biofinity made a difference for me in the comfort. Biofinity Toric feels great but they are hard to take out. PS, I just wear Biofinity on my left toric eye; I use Acuvue Oasys on my right non-toric eye (that one is a breeze to take out).

My Biofinity Toric is +1.75 -0.75x70 - very difficult time taking them out.

Jawa · #**130** (**permalink**) 07-13-2011, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by satellite

Looks like the BC and DIA for the Biofinity Toric is only 8..7 BC and 14.5 Dia so that is the same on all Biofinity Toric lens.

I read the above information and looked it up. Sure enough, Biofinity Toric lenses only come in an 8.7 base curve and 14.5 diameter. I wonder why they're limiting themselves so much?

Zana · #**131** (**permalink**) 07-21-2011, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Jawa

I read the above information and looked it up. Sure enough, Biofinity Toric lenses only come in an 8.7 base curve and 14.5 diameter. I wonder why they're limiting themselves so much?

Whoa. 130 posts in this one thread. I think that's enough, don't you?

Wick · #**132** (**permalink**) 07-26-2011, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Knotlob

Well, the first pair were a rebranded pair, but CooperVision assured me they were all the same lens. But the prescription was slightly out and it caused a slight imbalance in my close range viewing. Initially the lenses were not good and I could feel the right lens in my eye, which has more astigmatism.

Then I bought a 'trial' pair of Biofinity, Mail Order, with the correct prescription and these were perfect. Couldn't feel the lens in either eye and better vision.

I don't know if the first pair were slightly defective and that led to the longer period to adapt to the lenses. You're right in that I would normally expect no time to adapt to another soft lens after wearing (non silicone hydrogel) soft lenses for 30 odd years.

I did switch to RGP afterwards in the quest for sharper vision (if not comfort)

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knotlob

Hi Knotlob- I saw your post where you have switched to RGP's and was curious to know if you've ever tried the SynergEyes A or the new Duette they came out with, and what your thought were on these lenses.

Guinness · #**133** (**permalink**) 07-29-2011, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Wick

Hi Knotlob- I saw your post where you have switched to RGP's and was curious to know if you've ever tried the SynergEyes A or the new Duette they came out with, and what your thought were on these lenses.

Woah. Maybe you'd better start a new thread if you're going to answer this one, Knotlob.

eyeedoc · #**134** (**permalink**) 08-04-2011, 01:37 PM

Hi, Duette is a new lens designed for people with astigmatism greater than -2.00 ish diopters of cylinder. It has the comfort of a soft lens , with the optics of a Gas Permeable lens. The Duette is able to correct the astigmatism with the power of your tears. It is not effective if you have residual lenticular astigmatism. If you have lenticular astigmatism your best option would be a front surface toric RGP lens.
- cheers

FantasyEyeland · #**135** (**permalink**) 08-04-2011, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by eyeedoc

Hi, Duette is a new lens designed for people with astigmatism greater than -2.00 ish diopters of cylinder. It has the comfort of a soft lens , with the optics of a Gas Permeable lens. The Duette is able to correct the astigmatism with the power of your tears. It is not effective if you have residual lenticular astigmatism. If you have lenticular astigmatism your best option would be a front surface toric RGP lens.
- cheers

I'm glad you decided to join us, eyeedoc. We can sure use your help in answering questions around here.

eyeedoc · #**136** (**permalink**) 08-04-2011, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by FantasyEyeland

I'm glad you decided to join us, eyeedoc. We can sure use your help in answering questions around here.

Hi, I hope I can help.
-cheers

pathfinder · #**137** (**permalink**) 09-12-2011, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by eyeedoc

Hi, I hope I can help.
-cheers

Well, it looks like you've answered about 11 questions so far. There's about ten thousand more, so whenever you're ready . . .

borderline · #**138** (**permalink**) 11-11-2011, 04:53 PM

I've been wearing Frequency Xcel Toric for many years. Last time my optometrist changed my lenses to Biofinity, she said they would let more oxygen in.
ALthough Biofinity were comfortable to wear and I didnt have any problem when taking them out, my problem is that I couldn't see clearly with them, especially at short distance. Blurry vision, I had to blink a few times to try to get clear vision. This didn't happen with my Frequency Xcel Toric hence I'm gone back to them.
It's a shame because on paper Biofinity seem to be better for the eyes but my eyes don't seem to agree.

MaraJade · #**139** (**permalink**) 11-14-2011, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by borderline

I've been wearing Frequency Xcel Toric for many years. Last time my optometrist changed my lenses to Biofinity, she said they would let more oxygen in.
ALthough Biofinity were comfortable to wear and I didnt have any problem when taking them out, my problem is that I couldn't see clearly with them, especially at short distance. Blurry vision, I had to blink a few times to try to get clear vision. This didn't happen with my Frequency Xcel Toric hence I'm gone back to them.
It's a shame because on paper Biofinity seem to be better for the eyes but my eyes don't seem to agree.

Thanks for sharing your story, borderline. Why were you changed to Biofinity after wearing the Frequency Xcel for so long? Did you feel like your eyes weren't getting enough oxygen and tell your doctor that, or did she switch you just to do it?

Oh, and one more thing. If you want to ask a question and start a new discussion, it would be better to start a new thread than to tack your answer onto the end of a thread that already has 137 posts in it. That way people can find you question much more easily.

borderline · #**140** (**permalink**) 11-24-2011, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by MaraJade

Thanks for sharing your story, borderline. Why were you changed to Biofinity after wearing the Frequency Xcel for so long? Did you feel like your eyes weren't getting enough oxygen and tell your doctor that, or did she switch you just to do it?

The optometrist said since biofinity let more oxygen through were better and nevertheless they had trouble ordering Xcel (I don't know if this is true because they don't seem to be discontinued )
I returned the Biofinity and within a couple if days Xcel were ready for collection. They didn't seem to have any trouble getting them

markal36 · #**141** (**permalink**) 12-05-2011, 04:23 AM

Just throwing my 2 cents in regarding Biofinity Torics: For me these have been wonderful! I have tried Acuview for Astigmatism (torics), Acuview for Pres., and 2 different RGPs but the Biofinity Torics have beaten them in acuity and comfort. I, like some others, have forgotten that I had them in and have fallen asleep. Now I must say that I currently have monovision and my left eye has the toric lens for near vision. This is the only lens that rivals my glasses for reading. The other lenses didn't even come close. Can't say whether it's the lens itself or the skill of the OD for choosing it but I do have confidence in this lens due to my experience with it. I can't say the same about the other lenses.

Garfield21 · #**142** (**permalink**) 12-05-2011, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by markal36

Just throwing my 2 cents in regarding Biofinity Torics: For me these have been wonderful! I have tried Acuview for Astigmatism (torics), Acuview for Pres., and 2 different RGPs but the Biofinity Torics have beaten them in acuity and comfort. I, like some others, have forgotten that I had them in and have fallen asleep. Now I must say that I currently have monovision and my left eye has the toric lens for near vision. This is the only lens that rivals my glasses for reading. The other lenses didn't even come close. Can't say whether it's the lens itself or the skill of the OD for choosing it but I do have confidence in this lens due to my experience with it. I can't say the same about the other lenses.

Wow. Nearly 150 posts in this thread. Thanks for your 2 cents. It's always good to read about people's real life experience with contact lenses. It helps a lot.

bowman · #**143** (**permalink**) 03-18-2012, 11:58 PM

Hi all,

I have been on the Biofinity toric lenses for the past year – changing from Air Optix. I have mixed reviews on this lens.

The cons seem to outweigh the pros on this lens.

This lens is super slippery and super sensitive to being destroyed during the handling process. If this lens becomes folded (and how can it not!) then there is a very high likelihood that you just incurred permanent damage to the lens – as it becomes extremely scratchy on the eye. There is no cure for the dreaded folded lens – you must throw it away!

Another major con with this lens is the consistency factor. Just like my previous Air Optix lenses, you simply cannot count on having a good vision lens from month to month. Between being extremely careful not to fold this lens and the consistency, I have had to routinely throw out multiple lenses in search of one that will work on my monthly change-out! This simply is unacceptable and not economically viable.

Last negative is that these lenses seem to steal my near vision away. My Air Optix, aside from their numerous faults, actually had superior near vision with the same correction. Something in the manufacturing process?

These major negatives aside, when the planets align correctly and you actually find one of these lenses in your package that works, keep using it! I have worn these lenses, comfortably, daily, for two months before they have worn-out – an option that must be taken into serious consideration to keep from breaking the bank!

Anyway…would I recommend these lenses? If I had taken an initial satisfaction survey within the first month (trail lenses from Dr.) then I would have said an immediate yes! Now, after using them, and ordering quantities, over the past year, I would have to say NO.

There simply has to be something better on the market.

Comments?

luvbostonxo2's · #**144** (**permalink**) 03-19-2012, 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by bowman

Hi all,

I have been on the Biofinity toric lenses for the past year – changing from Air Optix. I have mixed reviews on this lens.

The cons seem to outweigh the pros on this lens.

This lens is super slippery and super sensitive to being destroyed during the handling process. If this lens becomes folded (and how can it not!) then there is a very high likelihood that you just incurred permanent damage to the lens – as it becomes extremely scratchy on the eye. There is no cure for the dreaded folded lens – you must throw it away!

Another major con with this lens is the consistency factor. Just like my previous Air Optix lenses, you simply cannot count on having a good vision lens from month to month. Between being extremely careful not to fold this lens and the consistency, I have had to routinely throw out multiple lenses in search of one that will work on my monthly change-out! This simply is unacceptable and not economically viable.

Last negative is that these lenses seem to steal my near vision away. My Air Optix, aside from their numerous faults, actually had superior near vision with the same correction. Something in the manufacturing process?

These major negatives aside, when the planets align correctly and you actually find one of these lenses in your package that works, keep using it! I have worn these lenses, comfortably, daily, for two months before they have worn-out – an option that must be taken into serious consideration to keep from breaking the bank!

Anyway…would I recommend these lenses? If I had taken an initial satisfaction survey within the first month (trail lenses from Dr.) then I would have said an immediate yes! Now, after using them, and ordering quantities, over the past year, I would have to say NO.

There simply has to be something better on the market.

Comments?

This doesnt sound right.....if your lenses are coming out of your eyes dried out, stuck together and dried out it probably means your not handling them correctly. If a soft lens is allowed to dry and stick together you do not force it unfolded because yes they can tear and rip.

Biofinity lenses are a thinner lens whilst air optix aqua are thicker and do not tend to fold.

IF your eyes are dry which I presume the case, use artificial tears to moisten the lens before removal. You may have to be re taught how to handle soft lenses again.

bowman · #**145** (**permalink**) 03-19-2012, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by luvbostonxo2's

This doesnt sound right.....if your lenses are coming out of your eyes dried out, stuck together and dried out it probably means your not handling them correctly. If a soft lens is allowed to dry and stick together you do not force it unfolded because yes they can tear and rip.

Biofinity lenses are a thinner lens whilst air optix aqua are thicker and do not tend to fold.

IF your eyes are dry which I presume the case, use artificial tears to moisten the lens before removal. You may have to be re taught how to handle soft lenses again.

Dry-eye is not an issue for me with the Biofinity toric lenses. The material stays nice and moist all day long with little-to-no abrasion on the eye. These lenses are actually great for comfort and lack of abrasion.

As previously mentioned, these lenses fold like there is no tomorrow during handling. If folded completely in half (which is highly likely and very, very common) then you can kiss this lens goodbye as it will most likely be permanently damaged and too scratchy on the eye to wear going forward.

There are some great qualities in this lens, and I hope that Coopervision can continue to refine them…but, as of right now, the flaws in the design and quality consistency do not warrant me giving a thumbs up…

luvbostonxo2's · #**146** (**permalink**) 03-19-2012, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by closey

Hi there, first post here!

I'm currently trialling B&L PureVision Toric lenses after not trying contact lenses for 4 or so years. (Previously tried B&L Softlens 66, they didn't agree with me and air conditioning.) While I find the Purevisions to be tolerated a lot better then the Softlens, I'm wondering if anyone has tried the Biofinity Torics, and whether they might be a bit thinner compared to the Purevision Torics. I notice the Biofinity to be a bit more expensive though...

Any help would be great.

Cheers!

Ive always been a fan of Coopervisio toric lenses as they tend to be quite stable on the eye. Biofinity torics is a thin aspheric lens design.

bowman · #**147** (**permalink**) 03-20-2012, 06:36 PM

Anyone have similar experiences to what I mentioned in my previous posts?

Also...I am looking for good alternate choices going forward.

Thanks!

litebrite · #**148** (**permalink**) 04-12-2012, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by bowman

Dry-eye is not an issue for me with the Biofinity toric lenses. The material stays nice and moist all day long with little-to-no abrasion on the eye. These lenses are actually great for comfort and lack of abrasion.

As previously mentioned, these lenses fold like there is no tomorrow during handling. If folded completely in half (which is highly likely and very, very common) then you can kiss this lens goodbye as it will most likely be permanently damaged and too scratchy on the eye to wear going forward.

There are some great qualities in this lens, and I hope that Coopervision can continue to refine them…but, as of right now, the flaws in the design and quality consistency do not warrant me giving a thumbs up…

That's strange, in all the years I've been wearing my Biofinity Toric and Spherical, I've never encountered that. In fact, I was under the impression that the modulus of this lens is higher than say Acuvue Oasys and therefore not as floppy. Handling is actually quite easy for me. I pop it out of my Clear Care case and put it in my eye. The lenses are still stiff enough that it doesn't fold over. If it does, I just wet it with saline and it's good as new.

luvbostonxo2's · #**149** (**permalink**) 04-13-2012, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by litebrite

That's strange, in all the years I've been wearing my Biofinity Toric and Spherical, I've never encountered that. In fact, I was under the impression that the modulus of this lens is higher than say Acuvue Oasys and therefore not as floppy. Handling is actually quite easy for me. I pop it out of my Clear Care case and put it in my eye. The lenses are still stiff enough that it doesn't fold over. If it does, I just wet it with saline and it's good as new.

Agreed.......I've never. Heard of them folding over and being impossible to.unfold without ripping the lens. If a lens folds you just let it hydrate in saline a few minutes then unfold.

bowman · #**150** (**permalink**) 05-09-2012, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by litebrite

That's strange, in all the years I've been wearing my Biofinity Toric and Spherical, I've never encountered that. In fact, I was under the impression that the modulus of this lens is higher than say Acuvue Oasys and therefore not as floppy. Handling is actually quite easy for me. I pop it out of my Clear Care case and put it in my eye. The lenses are still stiff enough that it doesn't fold over. If it does, I just wet it with saline and it's good as new.

The Clear Care case is a definite plus as far as handling with these lenses goes. You are more likely to fold one of these lenses when taking them out, from my experience.

And...what is it with the consistency factor of these biofinity toric lenses? I must confess that the best pair that I had were the trial lenses from the doctor's office. The one's that I actually ordered vary wildly - some I had to actually throw away immediately right out of the box because they cannot seem to manufacture with any consistency whatsoever.

The more that I wear these lenses, the more dissatisfied that I am with them.

Can anyone please recommend a better all-around toric lens, please!

Thanks!!!!

luvbostonxo2's · #**151** (**permalink**) 05-09-2012, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by bowman

The Clear Care case is a definite plus as far as handling with these lenses goes. You are more likely to fold one of these lenses when taking them out, from my experience.

And...what is it with the consistency factor of these biofinity toric lenses? I must confess that the best pair that I had were the trial lenses from the doctor's office. The one's that I actually ordered vary wildly - some I had to actually throw away immediately right out of the box because they cannot seem to manufacture with any consistency whatsoever.

The more that I wear these lenses, the more dissatisfied that I am with them.

Can anyone please recommend a better all-around toric lens, please!

Thanks!!!!

thats crazy and needs to reported to the manufacturer. however if your interested in a switch.....cibavision air optix aqua astigmatism is an amazing lens with great deposit resistance.

bowman · #**152** (**permalink**) 05-09-2012, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by luvbostonxo2's

thats crazy and needs to reported to the manufacturer. however if your interested in a switch.....cibavision air optix aqua astigmatism is an amazing lens with great deposit resistance.

Is the air optix 'aqua' any different than the regular air optix? I tried the regular air optix lens before biofinity and the lenses were simply horrible - poor low light vision, pitiful consistency, prone to corneal abrasion, etc, etc...the only plus was good near vision.

Thanks!

luvbostonxo2's · #**153** (**permalink**) 05-09-2012, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by bowman

Is the air optix 'aqua' any different than the regular air optix? I tried the regular air optix lens before biofinity and the lenses were simply horrible - poor low light vision, pitiful consistency, prone to corneal abrasion, etc, etc...the only plus was good near vision.

Thanks!

None of these issues your noting are common with soft lenses. I'm curious about the low light vision? Consistency?Corneal abrasion!?!? Good near vision!? I thought your original question was about toric lenses!?

bowman · #**154** (**permalink**) 05-10-2012, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by luvbostonxo2's

None of these issues your noting are common with soft lenses. I'm curious about the low light vision? Consistency?Corneal abrasion!?!? Good near vision!? I thought your original question was about toric lenses!?

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