Light-Adaptive Contacts | ACUVUE® OASYS with Transitions (2023)

FAQs

Can you get contact lenses for light sensitivity? ›

Currently, there are no clinically approved contact lenses that can reduce the symptoms of Photophobia. While many contact lenses feature UV protection, this is not enough to stop the effects of Photophobia. You may opt for reactive prescription glasses with an anti-reflection coating.

​Oasys with Transitions is a 2-week replacement lens, meaning you can wear it daily for two weeks before disposal. The lens blocks high-energy blue light ranging from 380-460nm wavelengths which you may encounter from screens and outdoors.

Photochromic contact lenses were designed to darken when exposed to outdoor sunlight. The filtering that results improves visual function under bright light conditions. Not all bright light exposures occur outdoors.

Who can wear ACUVUE^® OASYS with Transitions™ contact lenses ? This contact lens is for anyone who is far or near sighted or anyone looking for light management benefits, including those who do not require vision correction. This product is currently not available for people with astigmatism or presbyopia.

Blue tinted lenses for light sensitivity and seizures

It is believed that blue colored lenses are especially effective in preventing this abnormal brain response. Blue-tinted lenses have are also considered to be useful for people who suffer from light-triggered headaches and migraines.

By definition, in order for light sensitivity to be considered a disability, it must substantially hinder one or more major life activities. If it also dramatically impacts you on the job, then you could (and probably should) be entitled to reasonable accommodations from your employer.

Not all transitions lenses actually work the same way in the car as they do anywhere else – they darken in reaction to the presence of ultraviolent (UV) light. The problem stems from the fact that most modern car windscreens already filter out harmful UV rays.

Would I recommend transition lenses? Definitely. It saves money and it's convenient. New technological advancement for this lens will make it last longer, change colors faster, go clearer indoors, and darker when you are outside.

Yes. These transition contacts work both indoors and outdoors. The lenses will change according to how much light is present in the setting. They will become clear again within 90 seconds if you go from outdoors to indoors.

Photochromic lenses, sometimes referred to as transition lenses, are eyeglass lenses that will turn dark (resembling sunglasses) in sunlight and become clear again when indoors.

What are the disadvantages of photochromic lenses? ›

Transition lenses, or photochromic lenses, are the lenses that darken in the sunlight and lighten in softer light or the dark.

Toric contact lenses are often the best choice for contact lens wearers with an astigmatism, because they're specifically designed to address the problem. The special shape of a toric lens creates different refractive, or focusing, powers that can help correct either a corneal or a lenticular astigmatism.

What you might not know, however, is that Transitions are one specific brand of a type of lenses called photochromic lenses. (Think Kleenex for facial tissues, or Band-Aid for adhesive bandages.) Other common names for photochromic lenses include “light-adaptive,” "light-responsive," or “variable tint.”

Q: Can you wear regular contact lenses if you have astigmatism? A: No, if you have astigmatism, it's essential that you wear specialized contact lenses because your condition can worsen if not. Regular contact lenses do not cover your cornea's entirety, which will impair your ability to see even further.

Transitions^® Drivewear^® lenses are the only polarized sun lenses that adapt to light behind the wheel and outdoors, helping remove glare off the road and car hood for a picture-perfect drive.

Transition brown lenses enhance contrast and visual acuity in the sun. This makes them best for those looking for golfing glasses, fishing glasses, or enhancement glasses. Transition grey lenses do not alter colors. So the colors you see will be true, only darker while wearing transition gray lenses in the sun.

Many eye specialists prefer fitting gas permeable contact lenses as the best-suited contacts for sensitive eyes for people with dry eyes as they are smaller and don't absorb moisture from your eyes like soft lenses do.

Many adult outpatients with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) report an oversensitivity to light. We explored the link between ADHD and photophobia in an online survey (N = 494). Self-reported photophobia was prevalent in 69% of respondents with, and in 28% of respondents without, ADHD (symptoms).

While light sensitivity can be disruptive, it is a common condition, and it is often a symptom of other problems. If you develop photophobia, especially if you develop the condition rapidly, get help from your optometrist or ophthalmologist, as you may have an underlying eye disorder.

What neurological causes light sensitivity? ›

Pituitary tumor, meningitis, and other intracranial processes can present with photophobia. If there are focal neurologic findings, MRI of the brain is indicated. Other central causes such as PSP should be considered. However, the most common causes are dry eyes, “corneal neuropathy” and migraine.

It's normal for your new eye prescription to seem blurry at first. Having blurry vision could also be a sign that your PD (pupillary distance) is off and that you need to return your progressive lenses.

A There is no truth in this old wives tale! Some photochromics will appear darker, or even too dark, in cold temperatures due to slower opening and closing of the photo-chromic molecules, but storing your lenses in the freezer will not enhance performance or life span.

You cannot use rubbing alcohol to clean your glasses. Avoid using household cleaners or products with high concentrations of acid. Clean your glasses with a gentle dish soap and warm water for the best results. Dry your glasses with a microfiber cloth to prevent smudging.

For progressive lenses, you won't need to carry a pair of glasses for distance and another for reading. For Transitions lenses, you don't need to carry a pair of regular glasses and a pair of Transitions lenses. Another major difference is that Transitions lenses provide much more protection of your eyes.

Conclusion. When making the decision between transitions or polarized lenses, it is important to remember that one is not better than the other. Both transitions and polarized lenses offer the same UV protection. Polarized lenses reduce glare and increase contrast, while transitions offer an all-in-one solution.

Translucent frames continue to trend up and pair well with any Transitions lenses. Whether clear or with a touch of color, they look fantastic with the new style colors and mirror finishes.

Like all tinted glasses, they should not be worn for night driving however as there is a wide agreement between experts and institutions that no attempt should be used to filter incoming light at night time as it is bound to reduce the visual integrity of the driver and so negatively affect safety.

Maybe you're wondering whether transitions lenses have UV protection. Well, good news, they do! Rather than having to switch your regular glasses out for prescription sunglasses, or worse yet, stacking shades on top of your regular glasses to protect your vision, Transitions lenses do all of the work for you.

Usually that transition type lens isn't coated, the lens material itself is the transition …..you can't remove it. Just hold the glasses where they will reflect light. If the lights reflecting are the color of the lights, you do not have Anti-Reflective coating.

What is light adaptive lenses? ›

LIGHT INTELLIGENT

Lenses that are clear indoors and automatically adjust their level of darkness to the amount of light outdoors are called adaptive lenses. These lenses are great for people who are always on the move, going from indoors to outdoors several times a day.

While transition lenses are more useful for deflecting glare and sunlight when you're driving during the day, transition lenses are also good for night driving in some cases. The strongest case for using transition lenses to drive at night is that they can create sharper vision in low-light conditions.

Temperature affects how Transitions change. When they're hot (like in the summer), the lenses will change slower and won't get as dark. Transition lenses don't change behind the windshield of a car. When Transition lenses do wear out, they will take on a yellowish tinge when they're clear.

Summary of the Differences

As a short crash course on polarized lenses vs. photochromic lenses, polarized lenses block out the reflection, photochromic lenses automatically adjust the level of tint to suit the level of light you're in.

Photochromic lenses are ideal for people who need to wear glasses all of the time. The two main purposes of photochromic lenses are to protect your eyes from UV light and to eliminate the need for a separate pair of prescription sunglasses. The lenses provide complete protection from UVA and UVB rays at all times.

Progressive lenses offer multiple correction values in one lens, so you can have distance and close-up values in one pair of glasses. Transition lenses are light sensitive or photochromic lenses that change from clear to tinted when exposed to sunlight (UV light).

Photochromic lenses aren't very helpful for night driving. Light adaptive lenses primarily protect against sunlight, UV rays and blue light. They don't activate indoors under artificial lighting or at night in the presence of headlights and streetlights.

A transition lens will typically add a little over $100 to a normal prescription eyeglass lens.

Costco Optical offers a wide range of lenses, including HD progressive, polarized, Transitions photochromic, anti-blue-light, anti-reflective, and multifunctional lenses, as well as contact lenses and sunglasses.

Causes of irregular astigmatism include corneal epithelial basement membrane dystrophy, corneal degeneration, corneal scarring, pterygium, keratoconus, ocular surface disease, or prior corneal surgery. Unlike regular astigmatism, irregular astigmatism cannot be fully corrected by cylindrical lenses.

What does it looks like driving at night with astigmatism? ›

Driving at night with astigmatism looks different for everyone, but there are a few common symptoms. Some of the effects of astigmatism at night include: Blurred or fuzzy vision. Light halos surrounding traffic lights.

“For astigmatism treatment at the time of cataract surgery, use toric IOLs whenever you can—roughly speaking, for with-the-rule astigmatism greater than 1.5 D and against-the-rule greater than 0.4 D,” recommends Dr. Raviv.

Transitions XTRActive new generation lenses are extra dark outdoors and the darkest photochromic light intelligent lens in hot temperatures. They are the only photochromic lens to achieve a category 3 level of darkness when it's hot - the same level as sunglasses. Your browser does not support the video tag.

One reason progressive lenses cost more than other kinds is that they're harder to make. Cutting and shaping the gradient on progressive lenses is simply a more delicate and time-consuming process than cutting a lens with the same prescription throughout—or even one with multiple fixed prescriptions.

Clear lenses: free. Basic tint: $20. Polarized tint: $125. Transition lenses: $85.

Due to the irregular curvature of the corneas, people with astigmatism cannot use traditional spherical soft contact lenses to correct their vision, as contact lenses tend to rotate slightly with each blink. Spherical lenses on astigmatic eyes would thus shift in an out of focus each time the user blinks.

Downsides include the lenses' mobility in the eyes, which can make vision blurry or inconsistent. Toric lenses are also more expensive than regular contact lenses. If you are willing to take the extra time with your optometrist to fit toric contact lenses properly, they can be a good choice to manage your astigmatism.

If your cornea has a spherical shape, astigmatism contacts may be uncomfortable on your eyes, which can make you more likely to remove the lenses. (And remember that inserting and removing contacts without sanitizing them can cause eye infections.) Wearing the wrong contact lens can cause problems with your vision.

Home care. Staying out of sunlight and keeping the lights dimmed inside can help make photophobia less uncomfortable. Keeping your eyes closed or covering them with dark, tinted glasses can also provide relief.

Non-glare lenses, also referred to as anti-reflective lenses, are specially calculated to eliminate the glare on your lenses and increase the amount of light entering your eye. This is an important safety benefit for driving at night as non-glare lenses reduce annoying reflections and halos around lights.

What do eye doctors do for light sensitivity? ›

Your eye doctor may prescribe special glasses or contact lenses to help correct the visual distortions, and that can also help with the issue of light sensitivity.

Still, there is no cure for persistent sensitivity to light and many of the underlying conditions. Lastly, there have been some exciting recent developments—specifically surrounding the role of green light therapy.

If the condition causing the photophobia improves, then the photophobia may decrease as well. This strategy may involve medications, such as: triptans, such as sumatriptan (Imitrex), which are drugs for migraine headaches that quiet overactive pain nerves. botulinum toxin (Botox) to treat blepharospasm.

Opticians can assess the specific types of light conditions you might be more sensitive to, and advise you on a coloured lens tint to help. You may need to experiment in different light conditions (indoors vs outdoors) to find which tint works best for your eyes.

Vitamin A is an antioxidant that protects the cornea, or outer surface, of the eye. It also maintains function of the retina, the light-sensitive lining that converts light into nerve impulses sent to the brain. Vitamin A is especially important for scotopic (low-light) vision and color vision.

PROS OF RESPONSIVE LENSES

– They are known to reduce eye strain and fatigue indoors, and squinting in the sunlight. – The lenses help reduce glare by regulating the amount of natural light that your eyes are exposed to. – Light sensitivity is reduced.

Night driving glasses are special glasses that may help you to see better at night while you're driving. They're usually yellow-tinted and don't need a prescription. They often have an anti-reflective coating. Some night driving glasses are also polarized.

In general, riboflavin deficiency causes aversion to light (photophobia), inflammation of the mouth, face, and tongue (glossitis), excessive oiliness of face and scalp (seborrhea), and angular stomatitis (fissures and inflammation of the lower lip).

This eye disease affects the cornea, causing the clear tissue on the cornea to thin and bulge out. This leads to cloudy or blurry vision, and sensitivity to bright lights.

What is light sensitivity a symptom of? ›

Migraines are the most common cause of light sensitivity. Up to 80% of people who get them have photophobia along with their headaches. Many of those people are light sensitive even when they don't have a headache. Other types of headaches can cause photophobia, too.

Chronic dry eyes are usually accompanied by burning, redness, grittiness, and hypersensitivity to light. This condition, called photophobia, doesn't always occur with dry eyes – but it isn't a rare symptom either.