Who Should Wear Contact Lenses vs. Glasses?

Who Should Wear Contact Lenses vs. Glasses?

Who Should Wear Contact Lenses vs. Glasses?

The debate between contact lenses versus glasses is not new, and many people rightly ask about the advantages and disadvantages of both. The important thing to know is that contact lenses are not necessarily better than glasses, and vice versa. When choosing between glasses and contact lenses, your comfort, convenience, budget, and other personal preferences should guide you.

Both contact lenses and glasses have their benefits for your eye health and vision correction. That said, it is up to you to choose which of the two pieces of eyewear suit your lifestyle.


 

Contact Lenses


Contact lenses are thin pieces of glass or plastic that sit right on the curve of your eye to improve vision. The two varieties of contact lenses include hard and soft contact lenses. Soft contact lenses are the more common variety. They are made from soft materials that hold more moisture to keep the eye lubricated, making them comfier than hard contact lenses.


Hard contact lenses have their perks, too. They last longer than soft contact lenses, are easier to care for, and can be a good alternative if you have allergies or astigmatism.


 

Pros


Contact lenses follow the curve of your eye, making your vision more natural as opposed to wearing glasses. As well, as you move your eyes, contact lenses move along with them without blocking your view. The lenses do not interfere when playing sports, and they do not get wet or foggy when it is rainy or cold outside.


 

Cons


Contact lenses need more upkeep than glasses. You need to clean and store them properly. You can get severe eye illnesses if you fail to clean them right or fail to clean your hands before using them. Likewise, contact lenses can worsen the symptoms of dry eye or make your vision blurrier if you have astigmatism.


 

Glasses


Eyeglasses provide vision correction for problems with seeing near and far objects, as well as reading the fine print. They come with a variety of lenses to match various needs and lifestyles. Previously, eyeglass lenses were made out of glass, but now they are mostly made from plastic. This is because plastic lenses are considerably lighter and can be coated with layers to shield your eyes.


 

Pros


Glasses are easy to use. You can wear them on the go and take them off effortlessly any time you want. Moreover, glasses do not require lots of cleaning and care, making life easier. Additionally, glasses do not get in the way of your style. They come in various frames to suit your style and complement your appearance. What’s more, if your eyesight remains the same, you do not have to replace your glasses frequently.


 

Cons


Glasses can alter vision, particularly at the ends of the lens, if you have astigmatism or a strong prescription. Likewise, the lenses can get wet and foggy when it is cold or rainy. On top of that, glasses may not be suitable when playing sports or doing other physical activities.



For more on who should wear contact lenses versus glasses, visit Today’s Vision at our office in Laguna Niguel, California. You can also call (949) 518-0055 to book an appointment today.

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