Raise Your Contact Lens “Eye-Q” by Dr. Howard Purcell @ (NAPSA)—To many people with vision problems, contact lenses are the greatest thing since toothpaste in a tube. Let’s take a look at some of the most frequently asked questions regarding contact lenses: Q. Are contact lenses right for everybody? A. Contacts are used in virtually Dr. Howard Purcell every age group, from infants to the elderly. Some people, however, are better candidates than others. Consult your Eye Care Professional to determine if contact lenses are right for you. Q. Can contact lenses correct all formsof vision problems? A. The broad range of options allows most of those with an interest to wear contact lenses, e.g. nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism (irregularly shaped eyes) and presbyopia (difficulty seeing near andfar). Q. Why would I want contact lenses instead of glasses? A. Cosmetic reasons, to start with. Also, there’s no slippage, no sore ears, no steamed-up lenses, no misplaced glasses. In addition, most experience a broaderfield of view. Q. How are today’s contact lenses different from those of 10 years ago? A. Technology has enhanced the quality and consistency of today’s lenses, allowing us to wear lenses for a day and discard them. Throwing your lens away more often can result in enhanced performance and greater convenience. For answers to more questions about today’s easy-to-use contact lenses, contact your Eye Care Professional and schedule an eye examination. For additional information about eye care visit www.acuvue.com. Howard B. Purcell, O.D., FAA.O., is Director, Professional Affairs, for Vistakon, Division of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Ine., makers of AcuvuE Brand Contact Lenses. ween eee eee Site ee eee eee Note to Editors: This is the 10th in a series of 12.
