Contact lenses are thin, breathable circles of plastic that fit safely and comfortably over the surface of the eye as a means of correcting vision. Since they can take some getting used to, some people might be hesitant to make the switch over from glasses. However, in addition to their capacity to improve eyesight, contacts offer a number of benefits. 

Why Should You Get Contact Lenses

1. Expand Your Field of Vision

When a person wears glasses, the clarity of their vision depends on the fixed position of the lenses. They cannot see clearly beyond the scope of the frames, which limits their ability to see everything around them. Contacts, on the other hand, move with your eyes, resulting in a stronger view of anything you set the eyes upon. Your vision is not fenced in by the parameters of eyeglass frames.

2. Experiment With Eye Color

Colored contacts alter the color of your eyes when they're worn. If you've had brown or gray eyes all your life and always wondered what it would be like to have baby blues or emerald-green eyes, contacts are the answer. You could even invest in a few different pairs of colored contacts and coordinate them to match your outfits, activities, or a particular mood.

3. Be Comfortable

For some people, eyeglasses are just uncomfortable. They can be heavy and bulky, slide down the nose, or pinch the ears. With contact lenses, you don't need to worry about constantly adjusting, cleaning, and keeping track of glasses. Contacts are so thin and supple that, most of the time, you aren't even aware that you're wearing them.

Daniel J. Kroger OD is an optometrist offering a full range of contact lenses. He has more than 25 years’ worth of experience serving patients throughout the Butler County, OH, area. In addition to contacts, he provides eye exams and glasses, as well as treatments for ocular diseases and conditions like dry eye and cataracts. See if contacts are right for you. Call Dr. Kroger today at (513) 777-3936 or visit his website to schedule an appointment.