Contact lens question: Do I need toric or can I get away with regular contact lenses??[Prescription included]?

Question

SPH CYL AXIS

OD +3.50 -1.00 180

OS +3.25 -.75 160

Please help only if you know for sure.

Answer 1

That prescription is for toric lenses, which means you have astigmatism.  Regular contact lenses will not correct your vision properly.  Don't try to skimp -- get the torics.

Answer 2

yes, toric lenses will give u the clear and sharp image that u deserve.

Answer 3

You are borderline for needing toric lenses. The general rule of thumb is .75 cyl or more. You only exceed that by .25 in the right eye which isn't much. What you need to consider is this- do they improve your vision enough to make it worth giving up the comfort of spherical lenses? Toric lenses are not only more expensive but also less comfortable. My suggestion would be to try the toric lenses for a couple of weeks (your eye dr. should give you a free trial pair) and also ask for a trial pair of spherical . That way you can see the difference between the two and decide if torics will be worth the extra expense and decreased comfort. And this I know for sure!! Good luck.