Contact Lenses
Spectacle Wear Increased, Contact Lens Wear Decreased Post COVID-19
Based on this finding, study suggests glasses may be preferred for screen time activities and CLs for mask wear.
12/05/2023
Alcon Adds Multifocal Option to Total30 Line
The company says the new lens is designed to maintain hydration and comfort throughout a month of wear.
10/10/2023
New Scleral Lens ‘Microvault’ Option for Hard-to-fit Eyes
The custom feature generates an area of lift specific to the unique contour of the patient’s sclera, the manufacturer says.
08/25/2023
Boost Your First-fit Success Rates
Here’s how to prevent and address common reasons for dropout in new contact lens wearers.
08/15/2023
Custom Soft Lenses for Irregular Astigmatism
Know when to consider this option for your patient’s corneas.
08/15/2023
Understanding the Influence of Water Content in Soft Lenses
A deep dive into how the dual goals of comfort and safety, once at odds, have largely been tackled.
08/15/2023
Smaller Back Optic Zone Ortho-K Lenses Lead to Slower Axial Elongation, Research Finds
While the effect was most significant during the first six months of treatment, it lasted over the two-year study period.
08/14/2023
No Significant IOP Change in Found Scleral Contact Lens Wear
Study shows that properly fitted designs are likely safe in young adults without glaucoma.
07/13/2023
Multifocal Contacts No Threat to Kids’ Accommodation
Though some effect was observed in a recent study, there were no untoward consequences long-term after four and a half years of wear.
07/05/2023
Neighborhood-level Factors Might Impact Microbial Keratitis
Patients with this condition from areas with more socioeconomic disadvantages were shown to have higher odds of presenting BCVA worse than 20/40.
06/21/2023
Upcoming Events
December 8-9, 2023
December 9-10, 2023
Retina Update 2023
Location: Omni La Costa, Carlsbad, California
Program Chairs: Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, FAAO; Steven Ferrucci, OD, FAAO
Earn up to 11 LIVE COPE credits (COPE approval pending)
December 14, 2023
Addressing a Major Gap in the Treatment of Dry Eye Disease
Location: Virtual
Presenters: April Jasper, OD, and Mitch Ibach, OD
Webinar: 10:00pm ET
Sponsored by Bausch + Lomb
