Being able to see clearly without any eyewear means you have 20/20 vision.

Unfortunately, only 35% of adults have this kind of vision, says the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. That is why if you are part of that category, then lucky you. You no longer have to wear prescription glasses, contact lenses, or even undergo corrective eye surgery for you to see clearly.

Meanwhile, if you have poor eyesight, you are prone to injury. As stated in this study, those with vision impairment are at high risk of falling, getting fractured and other types of accidents.

To prevent those from happening to you, you should get eyewear. If you do not like the idea of wearing prescription glasses, opt for contacts. Below are the things you need to consider when buying a contact lens online in Singapore.

What Should You Look for When Buying a Contact Lens Online?

Just like prescription glasses, before coming up with a budget, there are many things you need to consider, and that is comfort and ease of wear.

To help you figure out which contact lens you should get, here is a breakdown of what you need to look for.

The Types of Contact Lenses.

●    PPMA

This abbreviation stands for polymethyl methacrylate or also known as hard contact lenses. They are made of rigid plastic, which makes wearing them a bit uncomfortable. Also, while wearing this contact lens, the eyes get dry quickly.

That is why PPMA is less popular now, and only a few people want this type of contact lens.

●    GAS PERMEABLE.

Even though this contact lens resembles a bit of PPMA, its material allows more oxygen in the eyes. Moreover, they are much easier to wear and offer a sharper vision to the wearer.

The only downside of this contact lens is just that it may take a while to get accustomed.

●    SOFT LENSES.

For comfortable eyewear, this type of contact lens is for you. Since these are made of a gel-like material, anyone would have flexible time to apply them on the eye surface.

●    SILICONE HYDROGEL.

If soft lenses are not comfortable enough for you, then you would love wearing this silicone hydrogel. They are softer and more comfortable to wear. Plus, those wearing this are less likely to get an eye infection or irritation.

●    HYBRID.

If you are afraid of tearing the contact lens part while applying them, then this type is the one for you. Hybrid contact lenses have two notable features. Their centre material is gas permeable, and its outer layer is silicone hydrogel.

The Length Wear of Contact Lenses.

This category means two things. One is how long you want to wear the contact lenses and how much care you need to clean them. To find out which one you should get, here are the length wear differences of contact lenses.

●    DAILY DISPOSABLE.

Do you only need to wear it once a day because of a special occasion? Then get daily contact lenses in Singapore. That way, you do not have to worry about cleaning the contact lenses after you use them.

●    WEEKLY WEAR.

If daily contact lenses are costly for you, then a weekly contact lens might work for you. Just like its term, you can only wear it for a week before you need to dispose of them.

But remember, during that week, you need to clean the contact lens before applying them each day in your eyes.

●    MONTHLY WEAR.

They are perfect for an economical choice since they are cheaper and you want to wear them daily for the whole month. That is why if you want to change the colour of your eyes every month, you can get a monthly coloured contact lens in Singapore.

Coloured vs Transparent.

Honestly, there is no big difference between the two.

It is just that the coloured ones are easier to apply since you can visually see them. While when you opt for transparent contact lenses, you have to be careful since you might be able to see them when they fall off the floor.

Also, the coloured contact lens in Singapore is a bit thicker than the transparent one. That is why opting for this type might take a while before getting used to it.

How Will You Know If They Fit Perfectly In Your Eyes?

To know the answer, you need to know the answer to the following factors.

– SPHERICAL CONTACT LENSES. They are for farsighted or near-sighted vision.
– TORIC CONTACT LENSES. They are for those with astigmatism.
– DIOPTERS (D/DPT./PWR). The plus sign is for farsightedness, while the minus sign is for near-sightedness.
– BASE CURVE (BC). It is the eye parameter where the lens fits perfectly.
– DIAMETER (DIA). The size of the contact lens.

When Should You Reconsider Getting a Contact Lens?

Many people opt for contact lenses, but unfortunately, they are not for everyone. According to Prevent Blindness Organisation, those people who want to wear contact lenses should reconsider their condition if they are:

• Living or working in a dusty place.
• Often experiencing eye infections.
• Suffering from allergies or dry eyes.
• Lazy to properly take care of the contact lenses.

If you ticked one of the boxes, chances are you need to reconsider your choice. Buying a contact lens online might not be good for your eyes. Therefore, try other options. Wearing prescription glasses may suit your eyes best.

REMINDERS:

• Most eyewear shops will ask you for a valid prescription before getting a progressive or different lens in Singapore. Therefore, make sure you have one before ordering one online.

• To get a valid prescription, get an eye exam and request a soft copy of the result. If you cannot get a soft copy, take a picture of it and upload it to the shop where you want to buy a contact lens online.

Do You Still Have Questions?

If you cannot find the right contact lens for your eyes online in Singapore, we at Better Vision would love to help! Just leave us a message at our eyewear shop, and we will let you know which contact lens suits your eye condition the most.