Astigmatism is a term that describes the shape of the cornea being
more curved like a football than perfectly round like a basketball.
It is common, benign condition, and is often hereditary. If uncorrected,
the patient will experience blurry images.
If a patient has a high degree of astigmatism, traditional spherical
soft lenses are not adequate. Instead, “Toric” contact lenses are
available to treat astigmatism. These custom made soft lenses
position themselves to correct the patient’s astigmatism and give
them exceptional vision.
There are many different types of toric contacts based on the curvature of the patient’s eye and their
unique prescription.
Schedule your contact lens fitting today to see if toric contacts are right for you. Call our Downers Grove office at (630) 969-3268 or our Naperville office at (630) 357-3511.
