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Contact lenses vs glasses

This is Domenico Praticò, MD, Professor in the Departments of Pharmacology and Microbiology and the Center for Translational Medicine at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. Credit: Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University

Today, people with vision problems do not necessarily have to wear glasses anymore. In addition to this option, there are also contact lenses and also, myopia surgery.

There are those who prefer to wear only glasses and those who prefer to wear contact lenses, since each person adapts better to a type of treatment and there are also those who alternate between the use of both. So it is important to know the pros and cons of using each treatment for vision problems so choose the right one for you.

Advantages and disadvantages of wearing glasses

The main advantage of wearing glasses for correction of vision problem is that it offers no risk to eye health, as they do not touch the eye, as in the case of contact lenses. Glasses are the most traditional form of treatment for this type of problem and can be found in various shapes, colors and prices.

On the other hand, wearing glasses can cause some discomfort because they distort the peripheral vision. Another negative aspect of the glasses is that they can break, and you need to be very careful with them. Glasses can also be considered unattractive to appearance, but this is a personal matter.

Another negative point of the glasses is that they are less practical, for example, if one practices more agitated sports such as handball or volleyball, it can hurt or break their glasses during the game. And practicing physical activity without glasses can be difficult if the person’s vision problem is severe.

Advantages and disadvantages of using contact lenses

Contact lenses are a more practical alternative in some respects compared to glasses. They can be used while playing sports, without you being afraid to break them. In addition, they do not change their appearance because they are barely noticeable. Another advantage of wearing contact lenses is that it provides better vision correction.

However, contact lenses require more care, hygiene and time of dedication so that their use is not harmful to eye health. You should always keep them clean, watch for shelf life and never sleep with the lens.

Another against the use of lenses is that at the time of putting them, one must be as careful as possible not to contaminate the lenses with impurities present on the fingers and nails. It is also necessary to have a whim with regard to its storage, which must be done in the specific bottle and soaked in solution suitable for this purpose.

Lastly, it is important to consult your ophthalmologist to find out exactly what your problem is and what the best alternative might be to correct it. It is possible that surgery is a solution and that you no longer need glasses or glasses. However, if this is not the case, be sure to choose a treatment, choose the one that is most comfortable for you, and keep your eyesight healthy.

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