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Contact lenses are an effective method used as an alternative to the use of glasses to correct visual impairments and improve patients’ quality of life. Ophthalmologist Op. Dr. Ömer TAKEŞ offers the most convenient and comfortable contact lens treatments to his patients.
What is Contact Lens?
Contact lenses are thin, clear and curved lenses that are placed on the cornea layer of the eye. They can be used to correct visual impairments, for cosmetic purposes or for medical reasons. Contact lenses provide a wider field of vision compared to glasses and offer more comfortable use while doing sports or daily activities.
Contact Lens Types
Soft Contact Lenses
They are lenses made of flexible and soft material with high water content. It fits comfortably and easily. Daily, weekly or monthly usage options are available.
It is used to correct visual disorders such as myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and presbyopia.
Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lenses
They are lenses made of hard and durable material with high gas permeability. Provides clearer and sharper vision. It is long-lasting and effective in correcting astigmatism. It is used to treat keratoconus, high astigmatism and other vision disorders.
Toric Lenses
They are lenses specially designed to correct astigmatism. It corrects both myopia or hyperopia and astigmatism. Provides a comfortable and stable view. It is suitable for individuals with astigmatism.
Multifocal Lenses
They are lenses with multiple focal points, allowing clear vision at near, medium and far distances. It is used in the treatment of presbyopia, reducing the need for glasses. It is suitable for individuals with presbyopia.
Colored and Cosmetic Lenses
These are lenses that change or highlight eye color. They can be used for vision correction or simply cosmetic.
It is used for aesthetic purposes and offers different color options. It is suitable for individuals who want to change or emphasize their eye color.
Contact Lens Treatment Process
Examination and Prescription: The ophthalmologist evaluates whether the patient is suitable for contact lens use by performing a comprehensive eye examination and determines the correct lens type.
Trial and Fit: The patient is given trial lenses to test the fit and comfort of the lenses to the eye. If necessary, the lens type or dimensions are adjusted.
Education: The patient is informed on how to insert, remove and clean the lenses. Lens care and hygiene rules are taught.
Follow-up and Control: The effect of lenses on eye health is evaluated by going to an ophthalmologist at regular intervals and necessary adjustments are made.
Things to Consider When Using Contact Lenses
- Hygiene: Hands must be washed before putting on lenses.
- Cleaning: Lenses should be cleaned and stored regularly with appropriate solutions.
- Duration of Use: Recommended usage periods of lenses should be followed and renewed on time.
- Eye Health: If any discomfort, redness or signs of infection occur in the eyes, lens use should be discontinued and an ophthalmologist should be consulted immediately.
Contact lenses offer an effective and comfortable method of correcting vision disorders. Ophthalmologist Op. Dr. Ömer TAKEŞ provides his patients with a clear and comfortable vision by offering the most appropriate contact lens treatment. You can contact our clinic to get more information about contact lens treatment and to make an appointment.
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