Are there any brand new lenses i could try for astigmatism?

Question

I'm with acuvue advance for astig. at the moment, and i've tried purevision torics.. but are there any brand new lenses i could potentially try?

Answer 1

My daughter is trying these:

What's New in Contact Lenses and Solutions

CIBA Vision Announces Launch of Air Optix for Astigmatism

DULUTH, Ga., April 2008 — A wide optic zone providing a fuller range of vision distinguishes CIBA Vision's new Air Optix for Astigmatism contact lens launched this spring.

Company officials say the new silicone hydrogel lens is noted for stability and performance, with a 95 percent success rate in first-time fittings for people with astigmatism.

Please click here for a closeup photo of Air Optix for Astigmatism.

Because the thickest points of the contact lens are located away from the lower eyelid, the lens creates minimal friction during blinking, to increase comfort levels.

CIBA Vision also announced plans to market various types of future silicone hydrogel contact lenses under the brand name of Air Optix. A monthly replacement schedule is recommended for Air Optix brand contact lenses.

Answer 2

Are you having problems with your current contact lenses?  The search for something different will probably not be very productive.  There are small and large companies that release "new" lenses on a fairly regular basis, but very few introductions are revolutionary or even evolutionary.  Be assured that new lenses may improve small aspects of contact lens wear, but many times there are trade-offs, none of which will be discussed by the manufacturer.

Are you looking for some specific feature in your contact lenses?