Is Air Optix Night and Day Safe?
Air Optix Night & Day lenses are monthly disposable contact lenses which have been FDA approved for 30 days of continuous extended wear, which means they are approved to be slept in for 30 days continuously. This is not something that is recommended for all patients.
How long can you wear Air Optix Night and Day?
30 nights and days
NIGHT & DAY contact lenses can be worn continuously for up to 30 nights and days. NIGHT & DAY allows up to 6x more oxygen to your eyes than the leading soft contact lenses.
Are Air Optix FDA approved?
AIR OPTIX ® NIGHT & DAY ® AQUA contact lenses are FDA-approved for up to 30 days and nights of continuous extended wear.
How long can you wear Air Optix HydraGlyde?
Yes, Air Optix HydraGlyde contact lenses are monthly use, to be worn for up to 30 days as long as they are removed, cleaned and stored correctly overnight after each day of use. Air Optix HydraGlyde can also be worn for up to 6 nights, as long as this is approved by your optician.
Does Air Optix Night and Day have UV protection?
ACUVUE OASYS® by Johnson and Johnson Vision Care and Air Optix Night and Day by Alcon Inc. are two silicone hydrogel contact lenses. ACUVUE OASYS blocks UVA and UVB rays, while this feature is missing in the Night and Day lens.
Can I sleep with Air Optix Aqua?
AIR OPTIX ® NIGHT & DAY ® AQUA contact lenses are FDA-approved for up to 30 days and nights of continuous wear to let you fall asleep and wake up to comfortable, clear vision.
Can you go blind from sleeping in contacts?
Sleeping in contacts that are meant for daily wear can lead to infections, corneal ulcers, and other health problems that can cause permanent vision loss. Contact lenses reduce the much-needed supply of oxygen to the cornea, or the surface of your eye.
Is Air Optix a good brand?
Air Optix is a newer brand, but by no means should be looked down upon. They hold a great reputation in the eye care field for being rather comfortable. The lenses are made with Hydraclear technology, which means that the lenses have a high volume of moisture.
Can I sleep in Air Optix for Astigmatism?
You can wear Air Optix for Astigmatism for up to 30 days, though each lens needs to be removed and cleaned overnight. It is possible to sleep while wearing Air Optix for Astigmatism for up to 6 nights, but you must have this approved by your optician before doing so.
What is the difference between Air Optix and Air Optix with HydraGlyde?
While the lens material and designs are identical, Air Optix plus Hydraglyde covers a wider sphere power range and features two technologies: SmartShield (which is also available in the Air Optix Aqua) and HydraGlyde. These technologies are promising longer lasting hydration and improved deposit resistance.
Is Air Optix HydraGlyde approved for extended wear?
You can wear Air Optix plus HydraGlyde for up to a month or 30 days with daily disinfecting and cleaning. Air Optix plus HydraGlyde are FDA approved to be worn on an extended basis for up to 6 nights, however consult with an eye care professional whether sleeping with your lenses is recommended.
Is Air Optix better than Acuvue?
Overall, both lenses impress. Air Optix Aqua gets points on price as this is a monthly replacement lens, compared to the 2-week replacement schedule of ACUVUE OASYS®, so the price is a bit lower. Air Optix Aqua does not provide UV blocking, an area where ACUVUE OASYS® rocks due to first-class UVA and UVB blocking.
What do you need to know about Ciba Vision?
About CIBA Vision. Peerless in their advancement of highly oxygenated, breathable lenses for both daily and overnight use, CIBA Vision is dedicated to the pursuit of comfortable, extended wear lenses.
Who are the manufacturers of Ciba Vision contact lenses?
Recently, CIBA Vision combined portfolios with Alcon, and CIBA Vision products are now being sold under the Alcon name. In 2000, CIBA Vision reached an agreement to acquire Wesley Jessen, a worldwide leader in manufacturing specialty contact lenses.
When was Ciba Vision acquired by Wesley Jessen?
In 2000, CIBA Vision reached an agreement to acquire Wesley Jessen, a worldwide leader in manufacturing specialty contact lenses. Over the past few decades, CIBA Vision has grown from a small start-up to a company that has sold over a billion contact lenses.