Fitting Tip of the Month
Airport Security and Contact Lens Solutions
We recently had a patient report an incident at an U.S. airport security checkpoint. Reportedly, the TSA agent told her that a hydrogen peroxide-based contact lens solution was not a medical device because it contained hydrogen peroxide, and it was being disposed of due to its size and carry on restrictions.
As many of our patients use these care systems, this can pose a very frustrating situation for them. This information might be helpful for anyone else who recommends these solutions for their patients. It is important that we continue to be vigilant in educating both our patients, and the public, regarding contact lenses and care solutions as medical devices.
Paige Blackburn
Contact Lens Department
Eye & Ear Clinic of Wenatchee
Wenatchee, WA
As many of our patients use these care systems, this can pose a very frustrating situation for them. This information might be helpful for anyone else who recommends these solutions for their patients. It is important that we continue to be vigilant in educating both our patients, and the public, regarding contact lenses and care solutions as medical devices.
Paige Blackburn
Contact Lens Department
Eye & Ear Clinic of Wenatchee
Wenatchee, WA
Visual Acuity and Stability for Your Patients with Astigmatism
Patients wearing contact lenses for astigmatism feel the lens sometimes rotates on the eye, resulting in blurry vision. The Accelerated Stabilization Design (ASD) of ACUVUE® OASYS™ Brand Contact Lenses for ASTIGMATISM provides greater stability by harnessing the pressure of the blink. ASD has four zones of stability to help maintain the position of the lens, resulting in more consistent visual acuity during repetitive eye movements and throughout everyday activities. So with ACUVUE® OASYS™ Brand for ASTIGMATISM, you provide your astigmatic patients with stable, crisp vision throughout their day.
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ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses are indicated for vision correction. As with any contact lens, eye problems, including corneal ulcers, can develop. Some wearers may experience mild irritation, itching or discomfort. Lenses should not be prescribed if patients have any eye infection, or experience eye discomfort, excessive tearing, vision changes, redness or other eye problems. Consult the package insert for complete information. Complete information is also available from VISTAKON®, Division of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc., by calling 1-800-843-2020 or by visiting jnjvisioncare.com.
ACUVUE®, ACUVUE® OASYS™, and VISTAKON® are trademarks of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
© Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. 2010.
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For more information, click here.
ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses are indicated for vision correction. As with any contact lens, eye problems, including corneal ulcers, can develop. Some wearers may experience mild irritation, itching or discomfort. Lenses should not be prescribed if patients have any eye infection, or experience eye discomfort, excessive tearing, vision changes, redness or other eye problems. Consult the package insert for complete information. Complete information is also available from VISTAKON®, Division of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc., by calling 1-800-843-2020 or by visiting jnjvisioncare.com.
ACUVUE®, ACUVUE® OASYS™, and VISTAKON® are trademarks of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
© Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. 2010.
--ADVERTISING
This month at www.siliconehydrogels.org: a review of the potential uses, efficacy, safety and clinical performance of antimicrobial contact lens technology.
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Report possible grievances related to the Fairness to Contact Lens Consumers Act or associated Contact Lens Rule at: https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.
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