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WHAT IS ASTIGMATISM?
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Astigmatism is a vision condition that occurs when surfaces of the eye, such as the cornea, have an oval shape. This shape prevents light from focusing properly on the retina, which is located at the back of the eye. People with astigmatism will usually have blurred vision, and in some cases may also experience headaches, eyestrain, or fatigue.

 

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Here are some frequently asked questions about astigmatism:

   
Q. What are the effects of astigmatism?
A. People with astigmatism typically have blurred or shadowed vision when looking at a distance and close up.
   
Q. What causes blurry vision for contact lens wearers with astigmatism?
A. With some contact lenses for astigmatism, many situations that occur in your every day life can cause your lenses to shift or rotate leading to blurry vision, including:
  • Sports Activities
  • Glancing at a road sign while driving
  • Watching TV while lying down
  • Looking up and down at your keyboard
With ACUVUE® ADVANCE™ for ASTIGMATISM, now there are astigmatic contact lenses up to the challenge because they're more stable, which means less blur!
   
Q. Can soft contact lenses correct astigmatism?
A. Absolutely. In fact, ACUVUE® ADVANCE™ for ASTIGMATISM is specially designed for people with astigmatism. That's because the Accelerated Stabilization Design of the lens harnesses the power of the blink to create a lens that remains positioned correctly and gives you crisp, steady vision all day long.
   
Q. How do I begin wearing ACUVUE® ADVANCE™ Brand Contact Lenses for ASTIGMATISM?
A. Simply speak to your eye doctor and ask if ACUVUE® ADVANCE™ for ASTIGMATISM is right for you. Click here to find a local office where you can find ACUVUE® ADVANCE™ for ASTIGMATISM.
   

 

Important Safety Information for contact lens wearers: ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses are available by prescription only for vision correction. An eye care professional will determine whether contact lenses are right for you.

 

How should I use my lenses? Follow the wear and replacement schedule and the lens care instructions provided by your eye doctor.

 

Are there any risks with wearing contact lenses? Although rare, serious eye problems can develop. Therefore, it is important to talk to your eye doctor about proper wear and care of your lenses.

 

Who should not wear contact lenses? Only your eye doctor can determine if contact lenses are right for you. If your eye doctor has prescribed contact lenses for you, you should not wear them if you have an eye infection, or experience eye discomfort, excessive tearing, vision changes, redness or other eye problems. If one of these conditions occurs, contact your eye doctor immediately.

 

Where can I obtain more information about ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses? For more information, consult your eye doctor. You can also call 1-800-843-2020.

 

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** HYDRACLEAR™ is our brand name for our proprietary technology that brings together a remarkable moisture-rich wetting agent with high-performance base materials to form clear, wettable lenses resulting in a unique, silky, soft feel.

 

†ACUVUE® ADVANCE™ Brand Contact Lenses block approximately 90% of UV-A rays and 99% of UV-B rays. Helps protect against transmission of harmful UV radiation to the cornea and into the eye. WARNING: UV-absorbing contact lenses are NOT substitutes for protective UV-absorbing eyewear such as UV-absorbing goggles or sunglasses because they do not completely cover the eye and surrounding area. You should continue to use UV-absorbing eyewear as directed. NOTE: Long term exposure to UV radiation is one of the risk factors associated with cataracts. Exposure is based on a number of factors such as environmental conditions (altitude, geography, cloud cover) and personal factors (extent and nature of outdoor activities). UV-blocking contact lenses help provide protection against harmful UV radiation. However, clinical studies have not been done to demonstrate that wearing UV-blocking contact lenses reduces the risk of developing cataracts or other eye disorders. Consult your eye care practitioner for more information.

 

‡If for any reason you are not 100% satisfied with ACUVUE® ADVANCE™, return them within 90 days and get your money back. See certificate for details.
 
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 Date Last Modified: Thursday, May 01, 2008