May, 2009
Contacts for Sports
Thursday, May 28th, 2009
Do you participate in any sports? As an alternative to wearing eyeglasses, contact lens usage on an occasional basis for participation in sports is a great option for many individuals. Contact lenses allow for crisp, clear vision and freedom from sometimes-cumbersome corrective eyewear. For further information or to book a contact lens appointment with one… read more
Benefits of a CL Annual Supply
Tuesday, May 26th, 2009
The benefits of getting an annual supply of contact lenses allows you to both have a ready supply of contacts always on hand and to also maintain your optimum ocular health by adhering to your prescribed replacement schedule. Moreover, the purchase of an annual supply of contacts makes great economic sense in that it allows… read more
Biofinity Toric
Wednesday, May 20th, 2009
CooperVision has just introduced an addition to their Biofinity line of silicone hydrogel contact lenses–Biofinity Toric–which they are calling their “most stable toric design.” Using CooperVision’s patented Auquaform technology that provides the lenses a natural wettability, they are said to offer outstanding comfort, stability, and vision quality. For further information or to book a contact… read more
Transition Lenses
Tuesday, May 19th, 2009
Our patients here at Cornerstone Eye Associates in Rochester, NY love Transitions lenses because they are convenient in our fast-paced lifestyles. If your always on the go, and don’t want to worry about leaving any glasses behind, then Transitions lenses might be what your looking for. Clear, dark, or in between, Transitions lenses are always… read more
Your Contact Lens Prescription
Monday, May 18th, 2009
Just like medicines, contact lenses are a prescription item in the United States. And even though you may already have an eyeglass prescription, you will also need a separate contact lens prescription. The reason a prescription is needed is that a contact lens is a medical device. If not prescribed properly, you may not be… read more
Crizal with Scotchgard Protector
Friday, May 15th, 2009
Do you experience glare from your eyeglasses? Cornerstone Eye Associates in Rochester, NY Optical Department can fix that for you. Crizal lenses with Scotchgard Protector is a premium lens coating that will eliminate glare and eyestrain caused from headlights, tailights, overhead lights, and computer monitors. Crizal lenses with Scothgard Protector has the Ultimate in Cleanability… read more
Patient satisfaction after LASIK
Thursday, May 14th, 2009
Here at Cornerstone Eye Associates in Rochester NY we strive for patient satisfaction. LASIK surgery is one of the most popular out patient procedures performed across the globe. For these patients quality of vision is extremely important. A recent worlwide study indicates that most patients are very happy with their vision postoperativley. An average 95.4% of… read more
CL Replacement Schedule Compliance
Wednesday, May 13th, 2009
As a continuation of the previous blog entry, contact lens wearers also need to comply with the lens replacement schedule prescribed by their eye doctor to maintain the health of their eyes. The replacement schedule depends on the contact lens material and design, as well as lifestyle and the condition of the individual’s eyes. Conventional… read more
CL Wearing Schedule Compliance
Tuesday, May 12th, 2009
In order to maintain your optimum ocular heath contact lens wearers need to comply with the wearing schedule prescribed by their eye doctor. Unless specifically prescribed, daily wear contact lenses should never be worn as extended wear. Daily wear contact lenses must be removed before sleep. Extended wear contacts can be worn continuously (day and… read more
Allergies and Contact Lenses
Wednesday, May 6th, 2009
Are you a current contact lens wearer suffering from seasonal allergies? Disposable daily contact lenses offer relief for allergy sufferers in that single use contacts can minimize the exposure to allergens and irritants that can accumulate with the repeated use of the same pair of lenses. Dailies also provide convenience in that there are no… read more