Comfilcon A is the material used in CooperVision’s Biofinity family of monthly contact lenses. Introduced in 2008, it’s a silicone hydrogel material designed to combine high oxygen transmission with high water content.
But what exactly are Comfilcon A contact lenses? And why have they become so popular among both doctors and contact lens users?
“Hydrogel and “silicone hydrogel.” They may sound similar, but these materials actually represent two different generations of contact lens technology.
So how are they different? The short answer is that silicone hydrogel contact lenses let much more oxygen through to the eye than traditional hydrogel lenses.
That’s why most modern soft contact lenses are now made from silicone hydrogel materials.
But if silicone hydrogel is newer, does that automatically make it better? And how exactly are the two materials different? Let’s take a closer look.
When you put in contacts for the first time, they can feel a bit odd. It takes some time to get used to having an object sitting on your eye!
You may be wondering, how long does it take to get used to contacts exactly? Most people are able to adapt quickly, but it is still a process.
Let’s break it all down.
Monthly contacts are designed for up to 30 days of wear, but only if they’re cleaned and stored correctly.
If you’re a monthly contact lens beginner, cleaning them can feel like a lot of work at first. But once you get the hang of things, it becomes second nature.
This guide tells you how to clean your lenses step by step, lists the common mistakes to avoid, and explains what kind of solution you should be using.
Are you thinking about switching over to contacts? If so, you’re probably wondering if daily disposable or monthly contacts are the best choice.
Or, perhaps you already wear contacts but want to know whether a different schedule would work better for your lifestyle.
Both contact types are widely used and have their upsides and drawbacks. You also need to think about which option is best for you personally. Some people only care about convenience. Others want to look at the long-term cost analysis for daily vs. monthly contacts.
We’re going to break down how each type of contact lens works and what you should base your decision on when choosing between daily and monthly contacts.
