The More You Know - Ciba Vision O2 Optix Soft Contact Lenses

True to its name, the defining feature of CIBA Vision's O2 Optix soft contact lenses is oxygen. Or more specifically, the amount of oxygen they transmit to the eyes; up to five times more than conventional lenses. Typical contacts make use of a material known as Hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA), one of the first to be used in hydrophilic soft contacts. O2 Optix on the other hand, makes use of a patented substance known as lotrafilcon B in order to increase the flow of oxygen to the eye and thereby facilitate a wearing schedule that can range from between six nights of continuous use to two weeks of daily wear.

Dry, sore eyes are a common complaint amongst contact lens users. And although factors such as environment and disease influence the occurrence of this malady, lack of oxygen (because the lens is designed to cover the eye, after all) is a primary cause of dryness that can lead to irritation, itchiness or a burning sensation. A multitude of care products such as eye drops are available to help alleviate the effects of dry eyes, but as the old saying goes, 'prevention is better than cure.' It is with that knowledge that CIBAVision have set out to create O2 Optix lenses. The increased oxygen flow they offer can greatly contribute to the health and well-being of your eyes.

In addition to O2 Optix soft contacts, Ciba Vision sells a host of contact lens and lens care solutions, and you'll find these and products from a broad spectrum of providers via the right-hand side links. Yes, those ones. The ones on your right. No, no, your OTHER right.

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