EYE FOCUS | COVER STORY
“Most eye care professionals
agree that a fresh pair of lenses
everyday is healthier and more
convenient for patients.”
The use of silicone hydrogel in CooperVision’s fam-
ily of clariti 1-day lenses means that more people
can experience the benefits of dailies. The comfort
level is going up, while the cost is going down.
“With clariti 1-day, we offer UV protection, includ-
ing sphere, toric and multifocal,” says Donkin. “As a
result, eye care professionals have access to a design
for most of their patients in a high-oxygen 1-day lens
at an affordable price point.”
CooperVision says that the clariti family of lenses
allow 100 per cent corneal oxygen consumption
and actually provides more than the recommended
amount of oxygen across the entire lens surface to
help maintain ocular health.
Acuvue OASYS with Transitions contact lenses
Besides handling varied light environments with
ease, patients have also reported sharper and more
comfortable vision at a computer screen.
Dr. Buch is very pleased with the feedback so far.
“Eye care professionals tell us that these lenses al-
low them to ‘wow’ their patients and it’s a real bonus
for their clinic to stay on the cutting edge of contact
lens fitting.”
DAILIES IN DEMAND
At CooperVision, demand for daily contact lenses is
growing, according to country manager Alexandra
Donkin.
“Most eye care professionals agree that a fresh pair
of lenses everyday is healthier and more convenient
for patients,” she says.
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ALCON DAILIES
Alcon’s Dailies Total1 contact lenses, meanwhile,
combine two unique technologies that deliver out-
standing comfort and visual performance, accord-
ing to head of vision care Chris Van Dyk.
“The breakthrough design places nearly 100 per
cent of water at the outermost surface, providing
a gentle cushion of moisture where the eyes need
it most, providing outstanding breathability for
healthy looking eyes,” says Van Dyk.
“The SmarTears Technology involves the release of
an ingredient found naturally in tears to help stabi-
lize the lipid layer of the tear film.”
Eye care professionals know that many patients
struggle with lens discomfort, which can lead to
patients abandoning a product altogether. But hav-
ing a comfortable lens that is easy to fit helps them
support their patients.