Author Archives: EYECONTACTS

About EYECONTACTS

Eyecontacts is located on the beautiful Gold Coast in sunny Queensland Australia and we are proudly Australia's preferred contact lens shop. We offer an easy secure direct-to-patient service for prescription contact lenses. Our range of products include the most popular brands of contact lenses at competitive affordable prices and whilst providing exceptional customer service.

How Multi-focal Contact Lenses Work

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Multifocal Contact Lenses work by fitting multiple prescription strengths on a single lens, a feat made possible by their unique design. Multifocal contacts comprise multiple prescription strengths in a single contact lens to correct vision at multiple distances (e.g., near, intermediate, and far). In other words, you might think of multifocal contacts as all-in-one contacts for reading and distance (and everything in between). “Multifocal contacts” is an umbrella term that includes any contact lenses with more than one lens strength…. Read More ➝

Astigmatism

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Astigmatism, along with short-sightedness and long-sightedness, is a common cause of blurry vision. It’s usually corrected with glasses or contact lenses. What is Astigmatism? Astigmatism means your eye is shaped more like a rugby ball than a football, so light is focused at more than one place in the eye. This can cause: blurred vision headaches eye strain (you may notice this after concentrating for a long time – on a computer, for example) Astigmatism in one eye may cause… Read More ➝

MyDay Daily Disposable Contact Lenses

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Thanks to oxygen-efficient Smart Silicone chemistry, MyDay lenses deliver the optimal balance of breathability, comfort and easy handling. Silicone hydrogel with high oxygen transmissibility Easy handling UV inhibitor Silicone chemistry delivers a contact lens that strikes the right balance, so your eyes get plenty of oxygen which they need, while you enjoy long-lasting comfort which you want. Note: UV-absorbing contact lenses are not substitutes for protective UV-absorbing eyewear, such as UV-absorbing goggles or sunglasses, as they do not completely cover… Read More ➝

Eye exercises to keep your eyes toned

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Focus Change This exercise works by challenging your focus. It should be done from a seated position. Hold your pointer finger a few inches away from your eye.Focus on your finger. (Don’t be distracted by the TV in the background)Slowly move your finger away from your face, holding your focus.Look away for a moment, into the distance. (Strike a pose if you want.)Focus on your outstretched finger and slowly bring it back toward your eye.Look away and focus on something… Read More ➝

Contact Lenses vs Glasses: Which Is Better?

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If you’ve been given a prescription by your optometrist, choosing whether to opt for glasses or contact lenses can be a difficult decision. There are many factors you will need to take into account; such as lifestyle, comfort, budget, appearance and convenience. If you have dry or sensitive eyes, you may find that glasses are an effective solution, as contact lenses can cause problems with this. Glasses will also reduce the need to touch your eyes, decreasing any chances of… Read More ➝

Top Contact Lens Choices For Athletes

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One of the things that make contact lenses so popular is the convenience they provide for sports participants. Lenses have made it possible for people with visual problems to pursue their passion and even compete professionally in sports where poor sight would otherwise be a problem. Wearing glasses is fine, but is impractical for many sports. So which contact lens types represent the best choice for athletes? According to an article in the current issue of Contact Lens Spectrum, daily… Read More ➝

Things You Should Know About Contact Lens Materials

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Choosing the right contact lenses is crucial than just buying a pair of eyeglasses. It is because contact lenses come in direct contact with your eyes, and so should be chosen with greater care. That is why there are a few things that you should know about, such as the material of contact lenses before you decide to buy them.Let us tell you further about the different materials that contact lenses come in. Read below. There are various types of… Read More ➝

Your First Pair of Contact Lenses

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Contact Lenses are not one size fits all item – they are a medical device and you must be fitted for lenses by a qualified optometrist to ensure a perfect fit and optimum vision correction. Having your contact lenses fit correctly and following the recommend replacement schedule as outlined by your optometrist is the best step to avoid any possible damage to your eyes, which can result in permanent vision loss.   When you have your consultation for a contact lens… Read More ➝