For those whose vision problems are accompanied by astigmatism, a condition resulting from an irregularity in the shape of the cornea or crystalline lens, Johnson & Johnson has a great product in their soft toric contact lenses.

What benefits do Acuvue toric lenses provide? The first, and most important, thing for many is that they are just as comfortable as regular, or non-toric, soft lenses. Made from the same water based gel material, they are cushiony and moist feeling on the eye, easily synonymous with comfort. However, comfort alone wouldn’t suffice for those with astigmatism. Since both the cornea and crystalline lens are vital for focusing light onto the back of the eye, on the retina, any irregularity in either interferes with the clarity of images. Acuvue Advance Toric lenses compensate for this irregularity in lens or corneal shape and allow the eye to see more clearly, while also correcting any nearsightedness or farsightedness as a regular soft lens does. With the combination of comfort, correction, and improved visual acuity, the Acuvue toric lenses solve a major dilemma without sacrificing the comfort associated with soft contacts.

Those having astigmatism, in only one eye, can readily use a toric soft lens there and a regular soft lens in the other, without noticing any difference in the “feel.” Moreover, whether their astigmatism is accompanied by nearsightedness or farsightedness, the Acuvue toric will provide equally good correction for both.

As a bonus, Acuvue toric lenses are the only soft torics with a UV blocking feature. While worn, they block the sun’s ultra violet rays by 85%, for UV-A, and 97%, for UV-B. That’s a plus for many who are also light- sensitive.

All in all, what benefits do Acuvue toric lenses provide? It might be easier to ask what benefits they do NOT! That’s because, for anyone with astigmatism, you can’t beat comfort, combined with visual correction and renewed clarity, along with built-in UV protection. Find out more about toric contact lenses.