Over the past few years, new innovative products and unique models have appeared on the contact lens market. Keeping up with these innovations can be challenging, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic when face-to-face meetings, interactions, and meetings are declining. Keeping up with the latest advances in contact lens technology allows clinicians to use state of the art techniques to provide the best possible patient care.
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TOTAL30 (Alcon): August 2021 monthly replacement lenses made from lehfilcon A with Dk/T 154 and water gradient technology to enable patients to wear lenses comfortably after 30 days. Alcon Water Gradient Technology mimics the epithelial glycocalyx to maintain water content towards the lens/tear film interface. The lens has a base arc of 8.4 mm, a diameter of 14.2 mm and the following parameters: -0.25 D to -8.00 D (0.25 D step), -8.50 D to -12.00 D (step 0.50 D), +0.25 D to +6.00 D. (in 0.25 D steps) and +6.50 to +8.00 D (in 0.50 D steps) .1
Precision 1 and Precision 1 Astigmatism (Alcon): Verofilcon A daily replacement lenses with Dk/T 100, both spherical and toric using Alcon’s water gradient technology to achieve 100% surface water content. The toric version has a precision balance 8 | 4 for stability. The spherical version has a base curvature of 8.3 mm and a diameter of 14.2 mm. Settings: -0.50 to -6.00 D (in 0.25 D steps), -6.50 to -12.00 D (in 0.50 D steps), +0.50 to +6 .00 D (in 0.25 D steps) and +6.50 to +8.00 D. (in increments of 0.50D). The toric version has a base arch of 8.5 mm and a diameter of 14.5 mm, the parameters cover 94% of patients with astigmatism. 2
Dailies TOTAL1 Astigmatism (Alcon): These daily care lenses feature Alcon water gradient technology and a precision balanced 8|4 delefilcon A design. 00 D to -8.00 D and Cylindrical options from -0.75 D to -2.25 D, as well as multi-axis options. 3
INFUSE (Bausch + Lomb): daily disposable silicone hydrogel lenses made from califilcon. Material with a patented combination of ingredients Dk/t 134, inspired by the report of the Dry Eye Workshop II of the Tear Film and Eye Surface Society. The lens has a base arc of 8.6 mm, a diameter of 14.2 mm and a range of parameters from +6.00 D to -6.00 D (in 0.25 D steps) and from -6.50 D to -12.00 D ( step 0.50 diopters). four
Biotrue ONEday for Astigmatism (Bausch + Lomb): A daily lens made with a non-ionic hydrogel material (HyperGel) that retains moisture for up to 16 hours. according to Bausch + Lomb, with a base curvature of 8.4 mm and a diameter of 14.5 mm. Parameters -9.00D to -6.50D (in 0.50D increments) and -6.00D to +4.00D (in 0.25D increments), cylinder power -0.75D to -2.75D. 5
Biofinity XR Toric (CooperVision): Although not a new lens, this contact lens has been recently upgraded. This comfilcon-A monthly replacement lens has a Dk/t of 116, a base arc of 8.7 mm and a diameter of 14.5 mm. The parameters are now expanded from +10.00 D to -10.00 D (in 0.50 D steps after +/-6.00 D), the cylinder power varies from -2.75 D to -5.75 D, and the axes 5° to 180° (5° steps). 6
Acuvue Oasys Multifocal (Johnson & Johnson): A well-known 2-week replacement lens is now available in a multifocal design. Acuvue Oasys Multifocal (Johnson & Johnson): A well-known 2-week replacement lens is now available in a multifocal design. Acuvue Oasys Multifocal (Johnson & Johnson): широко известная двухнедельная сменная линза теперь доступна в мультифокальном исполнении. Acuvue Oasys Multifocal (Johnson & Johnson): The highly acclaimed 2-week replacement lens is now available in a multifocal design. Acuvue Oasys Multifocal (Johnson & Johnson)：著名的2 周更换镜片现在采用多焦点设计。 Acuvue Oasys Multifocal：著名的2周更换镜片现在采用多焦点设计。 Acuvue Oasys Multifocal (Johnson & Johnson): знаменитая двухнедельная сменная линза теперь имеет мультифокальный дизайн. Acuvue Oasys Multifocal (Johnson & Johnson): The famous two-week interchangeable lens now features a multifocal design. The lens is made of senofilcon A and has an aspherical center section to optimize the pupil. The lens has a Dk/t 147, a base arc of 8.4 mm and a diameter of 14.3 mm. Parameters range from -9.00 D to +6.00 D (in 0.25 D steps) with low, medium, and high DOT powers. 7
Acuvue Theravision with Ketotifen (Johnson & Johnson): This lens was FDA approved in March 2022 and is indicated for prevention of ocular itch due to allergic conjunctivitis (although not for active infections). Acuvue Theravision with Ketotifen (Johnson & Johnson): This lens was FDA approved in March 2022 and is indicated for prevention of ocular itch due to allergic conjunctivitis (although not for active infections). Acuvue Theravision с кетотифеном (Johnson & Johnson): эти линзы были одобрены Управлением по санитарному надзору за качеством пищевых продуктов и медикаментов в марте 2022 года и показаны для предотвращения зуда глаз, вызванного аллергическим конъюнктивитом (но не для активных инфекций). Acuvue Theravision with Ketotifen (Johnson & Johnson): These lenses were approved by the Food and Drug Administration in March 2022 and are indicated for the prevention of itchy eyes caused by allergic conjunctivitis (but not for active infections). Acuvue Theravision с кетотифеном (Johnson & Johnson): одобрен FDA в марте 2022 года для предотвращения зуда глаз, вызванного аллергическим конъюнктивитом (но не активной инфекцией). Acuvue Theravision with Ketotifen (Johnson & Johnson): FDA approved in March 2022 to prevent itchy eyes caused by allergic conjunctivitis (but not active infection). This is the first lens that simultaneously corrects vision and relieves allergic itching in the eyes. These daily contact lenses are made from the same material as Acuvue Daily Wet Contact Lenses and contain 19 micrograms of the antihistamine ketotifen, a histamine H1 receptor antagonist. Johnson & Johnson states that patients wearing this lens get relief from itching in as quickly as 3 minutes after insertion and that relief can last up to 12 hours. Johnson & Johnson states that patients wearing this lens get relief from itching in as quickly as 3 minutes after insertion and that relief can last up to 12 hours. Johnson & Johnson заявляет, что пациенты, носящие эти линзы, избавляются от зуда уже через 3 минуты после надевания, и это облегчение может длиться до 12 часов. Johnson & Johnson claims that patients wearing these lenses experience relief from itching as early as 3 minutes after putting it on, and this relief can last up to 12 hours. Johnson & Johnson сообщила, что пациенты, носящие линзы, почувствовали быстрое облегчение зуда в течение 3 минут после надевания, причем облегчение продолжалось до 12 часов. Johnson & Johnson reported that contact lens wearers experienced rapid relief of itching within 3 minutes of insertion, with relief lasting up to 12 hours. The lens has a base arc of 8.5 mm and a diameter of 14.2 mm with parameters ranging from -0.50 D to -6.00 D (0.25 D steps) to -6.50 D to -12.00 D ( step 0.50 diopters). eight
Acuvue Oasys Max 1-Day (Johnson & Johnson): контактные линзы ежедневной замены, предназначенные для обеспечения комфорта и четкости зрения в течение всего дня для пациентов, использующих цифровые устройства. Acuvue Oasys Max 1-Day (Johnson & Johnson): Daily disposable contact lenses designed to provide all-day comfort and clarity for patients using digital devices. In autumn 2022, lenses will be available in spherical and multifocal options. 9
MyDay Multifocal (CooperVision): A daily silicone hydrogel lens designed to provide patients with a multifocal solution. The lens has a Dk/t of 80, a base arc of 8.4 mm and a diameter of 14.2 mm. The settings range from +8.00 D to -10.00 D (in 0.25 D steps) to -10.50 D to -12.00 D (in 0.50 D steps). ten
SimplifEyes 1 Day (SynergEyes): These disposable contact lenses are double-shaped polymer and aspherical optics and have a Dk/T of 32. The lenses have a base arc of 8.6 mm and a diameter of 14.2 mm with parameters from -0.50 diopters to -6 .00 D (0.25 D steps), -6.50 to -10.00 D (0.50 D steps), and +0.50 D to +4.00 D (0.25 D steps). eleven
Myopia is a growing epidemic. In 2000, almost 1.4 billion people were nearsighted, and by 2050 this number is expected to rise to 4.7 billion. High myopia is associated with an increased risk of retinal detachment, cataracts, glaucoma, and myopic degeneration.
Optometrists are soon expected to tackle this growing epidemic beyond simple visual correction. There are already many myopia treatment options on the market and here are some that have been introduced recently. 12
Paragon CRT and Paragon CRT Dual Axis (CooperVision): Available this year, these lenses can be worn overnight to reshape the cornea and are considered Class III devices. The design and material of the lenses are FDA approved for night wear. Paragon CRT performs parametric correction of spherical up to -6.00D and cylindrical up to 1.75D, Paragon CRT performs biaxial astigmatism correction up to -6.00D and up to 1.75D. 13
Euclid Max: Launched in 2021, orthokeratology contact lenses for the treatment of myopia. It has the highest Dk/T (180) of any overnight orthokeratology brand in the US. fourteen
Acuvue Abiliti Overnight Therapeutic (Johnson & Johnson): This is an orthokeratology lens for myopia management. Acuvue Ability Overnight Therapeutic (Johnson & Johnson): This is an orthokeratology lens for myopia management. Acuvue Abiliti Overnight Therapeutic (Johnson & Johnson): это ортокератологическая линза для лечения миопии. Acuvue Ability Overnight Therapeutic (Johnson & Johnson): This is an orthokeratology lens for the treatment of myopia. Acuvue Abiliti Overnight Therapeutic (Johnson & Johnson): это ортокератологическая линза для лечения миопии. Acuvue Ability Overnight Therapeutic (Johnson & Johnson): This is an orthokeratology lens for the treatment of myopia. Different than Johnson & Johnson’s Acuvue Abiliti 1-Day soft therapeutic lens, this lens is worn overnight to reshape the cornea. Different than Johnson & Johnson’s Acuvue Ability 1-Day soft therapeutic lens, this lens is worn overnight to reshape the cornea. В отличие от мягких терапевтических линз Acuvue Abiliti 1-Day от Johnson & Johnson, эти линзы надеваются на ночь, чтобы изменить форму роговицы. Unlike Johnson & Johnson’s Acuvue Ability 1-Day Soft Therapy Lenses, these lenses are worn overnight to reshape the cornea. В отличие от линз Acuvue Abiliti 1-Day Soft Treatment от Johnson & Johnson, эти линзы можно носить всю ночь, чтобы изменить форму роговицы. Unlike Acuvue Ability 1-Day Soft Treatment lenses from Johnson & Johnson, these lenses can be worn overnight to reshape the cornea. It is available in spherical and toric versions. fifteen
Many contact lens manufacturers are partnering with non-profit organizations to improve eye care and make a positive social impact in today’s world.
Johnson & Johnson has partnered with Sight for Kids to provide children with free comprehensive eye health screenings with the purchase of Acuvue Ability lenses each year.
CooperVision partners with Plastic Bank to produce the first plastic neutral contact lenses. For every box of Clariti 1-Day distributed in the US, CooperVision has pledged to fund the collection, recycling and reuse of plastic waste equivalent to the weight of plastic in Clariti 1-day lenses and packaging.
Bausch + Lomb has partnered with TerraCycle to recycle all blister packs and contact lenses. Практики могут указывать свои местоположения в качестве пунктов приема отходов на веб-сайте Bausch & Lomb. Practitioners can list their locations as waste collection points on the Bausch & Lomb website.
One such innovation is Triggerfish (Sensimed). Triggerfish is an FDA-approved contact lens that measures intraocular pressure for the treatment of glaucoma. Soft lenses, made from a hydrophilic hydrogel material, control changes in corneal curvature using strain gauges and embedded microelectronics. The lenses can be worn 24 hours a day, and intraocular pressure data is transmitted to a computer via Bluetooth technology.
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Although the technology is currently only used for research, the innovation allows researchers to study the influence of factors such as drugs, circadian rhythms and body position on intraocular pressure. It also creates a future for other types of contact lenses. 16
Another innovation in contact lenses is the delivery of drugs to the eye. MediPrint Ophthalmics (formerly Leo Lens Pharma) specializes in drug delivery to the eye through continuous drug delivery using non-invasive contact lenses. It combines vision correction and drug delivery to create a long-term treatment without preservatives that can harm the ocular surface. The company’s research focuses on areas such as myopia, dry eyes, allergies, glaucoma and postoperative cataract treatment. 17
Innovation in new products and approaches is making the future of contact lenses exciting. These advances are improving eye care and providing patients with the opportunity to improve vision and maintain eye health.
Unresolved vision problems can negatively affect the safe income of workers in underdeveloped countries.
Post time: Oct-22-2022
