What makes some people choose glasses for their eyes over contact lenses, and some others just the opposite? How is one different from the other, other than in appearance? Comparison chart Contact Lenses Usage time : Up to 14 hours when using daily disposable contact lens Glasses Usage time : No limit Contact Lenses Problems : Dry eyes, cornea and eyelid related problems Glasses Problems : No known problems Contact Lenses Types : Corrective, Cosmetic, XChrom, Soflens, Hard lens, Therapeutic Glasses Types : Corrective, Sunglasses, 3D Glasses, Reading Glasses, Bifocals, Progressive, Bioptics Contact Lenses Definition : A contact lens is a corrective, cosmetic, or therapeutic lens usually placed on the cornea of the eye. Glasses Definition : Glasses or spectacles are frames bearing lenses worn in front of the eyes, normally for vision correction, eye protection, or for protection from UV rays. Contact Lenses Usage & Care : Needs to be submerged in lens care solution when not in use and needs to be replaced periodically. Glasses Usage & Care : Lenses need to be wiped clean every so often to get rid of the dirt and other particles. Contact Lenses Cost : Starting at $18 and going upto $250. Rates vary depending on the eye condition (corrective lens) and package you opt for (monthly, weekly, daily disposable) Glasses Cost : Starting at $70 and going up to $200 depending on your eye problems and store Contact Lenses Storage : A flat, dual case with circular sections for each lens. Glasses Storage : Rectangular case. Modern glasses sometimes come in cylindrical cases.
Posted on: Tue, 12 Nov 2013 18:47:17 +0000
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