What is the difference between Proclear toric and Biofinity toric?
Proclear Toric XR and Biofinity Toric XR by CooperVision are both monthly contact lenses to correct high levels of astigmatism. Biofinity Toric XR are made from a silicone hydrogel material and can be worn as extended wear lenses, whereas Proclear Toric XR are standard hydrogel lenses which cannot be slept in.
What does XR stand for in contact lenses?
The “XR” in Biofinity XR toric contacts stands for extended range. Biofinity XR toric lenses have a higher range of cylinder powers (up to -5.75 D) than standard Biofinity toric lenses (up to -2.25 D).
What’s the difference between toric and toric XR?
What does Biofinity Toric XR mean? The XR in Biofinity Toric XR means that it features an extended range. You’ll find a higher range of cylinder powers in Biofinity Toric XR than standard Biofinity Toric lenses. It is the only extended range monthly contact lens brand with Aquaform technology.
What are proclear contacts made of?
PROCLEAR (omafilcon A) Contact Lenses are available as spheric, aspheric, toric and multifocal lens designs. The lenses are made of polymer of 2-hydroxy-ethylmethacrylate and 2- methacryloxyethyl phosphorylcholine cross-linked with ethyleneglycol dimethacrylate.
Whats the difference between toric and toric XR?
How long can I wear Proclear toric?
Proclear Toric XR contact lenses are a monthly-use contact lens, this means that they can be worn for up to 30 days, as long as they are removed, cleaned and stored correctly overnight after each day of use.
Who makes toric XR lenses?
CooperVision
CooperVision is #1 in the US for toric contact lenses3 and rated as being the experts in toric designs from eye care professionals,4 so it’s no surprise that Biofinity® toric is the most prescribed toric lens.
Why is my toric lens blurry?
Constant blur may imply a constant misalignment of the lens axis. If the lens is misaligned, place it into its proper position manually, then monitor it for misalignment after the patient blinks. If it misaligns, the lens is flat. You need to fit a steeper base curve.
Who makes toric XR contacts?
How long can I wear biofinity XR toric?
Biofinity® toric lenses are designed for daily wear for 30 days, which means they should be removed, cleaned and stored each night. If approved by your optician, they can also be worn continuously for 29 nights.
Are Proclear multifocal lenses discontinued?
The three lenses that are being discontinued are Biomedics 55 UV, Biomedics 38, and Proclear EP. As of 12/31/2014 trial lenses will no longer be available for order, and no boxes will be available to purchase in any of these lens products as of 10/31/2015.
Is proclear a silicone hydrogel?
Both Proclear and Biofinity are monthly replaceable contact lenses manufactured by CooperVision; Biofinity is a silicone hydrogel lens, while Proclear’s base material is a non-ionic hydrogel.