Getting contact lenses usually isn’t too difficult but if you have dry eye it could be more complicated. At Greenwich Eye Care, we're here to help you get the lenses you need to see clearly and comfortably. If you're in the Old Greenwich, CT, or Darien, CT, areas and looking for an eye doctor to provide you with optometry options, getting in touch with us is the right choice. Here is more information about your contact lens options for dry eyes:
What Causes Dry Eye?
Dry eye is a medical condition that can be caused by a lack of tear production or the tears drying up too quickly. Sometimes, it can be a temporary issue caused by allergies or environmental concerns such as dry air. No matter what's causing your dry eyes, though, you might be concerned that the condition will stop you from wearing contact lenses comfortably. Fortunately, that doesn’t need to be the case.
Can Contact Lenses Help?
The idea of wearing contact lenses when your eyes are already dry might not sound like a good one, but if you have dry eyes and want to wear contacts you, have some good options. For example, RGP (rigid gas-permeable) lenses can be a great choice, because they're harder lenses that might not draw as much moisture away from the eye as soft lens options do, potentially making them more comfortable for people with dry eye concerns.
What Makes Some Contacts Better Choices?
Optometry care has come a long way in recent years and that means contact lenses that can be worn by larger numbers of people with different kinds of conditions. This includes RGP lenses and scleral lenses for those with dry eye. Additionally, other contact lenses are available for patients with astigmatism, keratoconus, and more
Get Optometry Care and Dry Eyes Treatment from an Eye Doctor Near You
Work with us at Greenwich Eye Care and we will help ensure that you're getting the eye care services you're looking for. If you're in the (203) 698-5049 Old Greenwich, CT, or (203) 202-0202 Darien, CT, areas and searching for an eye doctor to help with dry eye contact lenses, get in touch with us today. Call us for optometry care and dry eyes treatment from an eye doctor near you.