1. Which specialist should I see for the correction of Myopia?

You can consult an Opthalmologist.

2. Are contact lenses good for my eyes? Can they cause damage to the cornea?

Contact lenses have proven to be a healthy vision option for millions of people. But only your eye care professional can determine if they are healthy for you. If you follow all prescribed steps for inserting, removing, and caring for them, contact lenses will continue to be safe and effective. You also need to see your eye care professional regularly to insure long-term corneal health.

3. At what age can contact lens wear begin?

As soon as the need for vision correction is identified, contact lenses are a viable option. In fact, they have frequently been used in premature infants, who sometimes have vision problems. With proper care and lens maintenance, infants, young children, teens, and adults of all ages can wear contacts effectively.

4. Is it true that there are some contact lenses that can actually slow or even control myopia?

A Many contact lens specialists agree that the use of Oxygen Permeable, or RGP (Rigid Gas Permeable) contact lenses, that are rigid by construction, may slow or retard the progression of shortsightedness, whereas spectacles or soft contact lenses offer no benefit of this type.

5. What is laser vision correction?

Laser vision correction is a precise method of gently reshaping the cornea. A specially trained ophthalmologist uses a computerized excimer laser to remove a thin layer of tissue from the cornea. This flattens the cornea to the desired correction so the eye can focus properly. This can be an expensive surgery but has good long term results.

6. Which specialist should I see for the correction of Myopia?

You can consult an Opthalmologist.

7. Are contact lenses good for my eyes? Can they cause damage to the cornea?

Contact lenses have proven to be a healthy vision option for millions of people. But only your eye care professional can determine if they are healthy for you. If you follow all prescribed steps for inserting, removing, and caring for them, contact lenses will continue to be safe and effective. You also need to see your eye care professional regularly to ensure long-term corneal health.

8. At what age can contact lens wear begin?

As soon as the need for vision correction is identified, contact lenses are a viable option. In fact, they have frequently been used in premature infants, who sometimes have vision problems. With proper care and lens maintenance, infants, young children, teens, and adults of all ages can use contact lenses effectively. However, for routine use especially in children, spectacles are more practical.

9. Is it true that there are some contact lenses that can actually slow or even control myopia?

Many contact lens specialists agree that the use of Oxygen Permeable, or RGP (Rigid Gas Permeable) contact lenses, that are rigid by construction, may slow or retard the progression of shortsightedness, whereas spectacles or soft contact lenses offer no benefit of this type.