Gas Permeable Contact Lenses

Also known as oxygen permeable contacts - gas permeable contact lenses are a lot easier to take care of then other types of contacts - including soft contact lenses. GP {Gas Permeable} contacts are made from a combination of fluorine and silicone - meaning that they won’t attract protein near as much as other types of contacts. If you have had a problem with protein on your lenses in the past - GP contacts will pretty much eliminate that problem.

Keep in mind - you’ll still need to clean your GP lenses - in order to keep them free of protein - debris - and to keep them comfortable when you wear them. They clean much easier and faster than soft lenses - and they will last you longer as well. For a lot of contact lenses users - gas permeable lenses are the preferred way to go.

If you wear GP lenses or looking to wear them - you’ll need to keep a re-wetting solution or saline drops with you just in case they start to get dry. Anytime your eyes feel dry - you can use the drops to moisten your eyes back up - and keep your contacts comfortable. Re-wetting drops are normal to use - even with soft lenses. Dryness in the eyes is very common with contacts - which is why you should always have re-wetting drops with you.

After you have worn your GP lenses during the day - you should always clean - rinse - and dry them out once you take them out for the night. When you clean them - you should always use the right solution - instead of water. If you soak them in water it could damage the material - which could in turn damage your eyes. Depending on the type of contacts and brand you have - you should pick the solution accordingly. The solution you use shouldn’t burn your eyes - or cause you to feel any type of discomfort.

When you go to your optician to have your eyes fitted for contacts - be sure to ask about gas permeable contacts. If your eye doctor thinks they are right for you - he should recommend them. Normally - they are for older people - or those who have had eye problems in the past. They are strong contacts - and perfect for daily wear.

If you’ve been looking for contact lenses that won’t disappoint - GP lenses are everything you need. They can be purchased locally or online - normally at the same price of soft lenses. They last longer than soft lenses - meaning that you won’t need to purchase them quite as often. If you take care of them - they should last you for a long time. Once you have tried gas permeable contact lenses and see just how great they are - you’ll never look at soft contact lenses the same way again.

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