Taank Optometrists, Cambridge

	Helping Cambridge people see clearly since 1913	92A Mill Road Cambridge CB1 2BD Tel: 01223 350071 Email: info@taankoptometrists.co.uk

Contact Lenses
	Advanced contact lens technology, including coloured lenses The technology of contact lenses has advanced in recent years so that they are more comfortable to wear than ever. We provide a fully comprehensive contact lens fitting service coupled with independent advice. This ensures you receive the most comfortable lenses providing optimum vision. Daily, monthly disposable or coloured lenses are available as part of a planned replacement programme, giving you the confidence of fresh lenses with an easy care regime at all times. A Direct Debit service is available for these lenses.
	Enjoy the freedom and comfort of contact lenses Daily disposables These are soft lenses designed to be worn once only and then disposed of. Each lens is sterile and packed individually to ensure safe and easy wear. They can be worn everyday or just occasionally eg. sports or social wear. Also available in colours. Frequent replacement disposables For more frequent wear, a monthly or two-weekly disposable lens may be more suitable. These are designed for daily wear and require a regular but simple cleaning process. Also available in colours. Toric lenses Toric lenses are necessary for people with astigmatism (asymmetry of the front surface of the eye) and provide clearer vision. They are available as daily, monthly or annual replacement lenses. Annual replacement soft lenses For people who fall outside the parameters of monthly lenses an annual lens may be recommended. They can be tailor made to correct your prescription accurately and normally last for one year. The cleaning process and wearing schedule is similar to monthly/two weekly disposable lenses. Progressive (Multifocal) lenses These lenses are suitable for people who currently wear varifocal spectacles and provide clear vision at near and far distances. Available as daily, frequent replacement or annual replacement lenses. Gas permeable lenses These are made of a rigid material and are slightly smaller in diameter than a soft lens. These can be worn for longer hours than soft lenses and are designed for frequent daily use. Available only as six monthly/annual replacement. Most lenses are available on a planned replacement scheme which can be paid for by direct debit. A discounted rate for Contact Lenses applies to all Direct Debit patients.
Interested in wearing lenses?
	To ensure your suitability for contact lenses a recent eye examination (within the last six months), and contact lens consultation are necessary. Each of these appointments lasts for approximately 30mins and can be done consecutively. During the contact lens consultation, various measurements relating to the curvature and prescription of the eye are taken. The health of the front surface of the eye is also checked thoroughly. A trial pair of lenses is inserted if appropriate to establish an accurate fit and prescription. This also enables you to get a ‘feel’ for the lenses. The appropriate lenses are ordered and you will then be shown how to insert and remove your lenses yourself. If you have been prescribed frequent replacement lenses then you will be shown how to care for them safely and hygienically. A wearing schedule will be provided. A two-week follow up appointment will then be booked to assess your progress and allow a health check of the eye. A regular contact lens check-up ensures safe contact lens wear and a continued supply.	We have been chosen by Johnson and Johnson to be an Acuvue Centre of Excellence.	Colour choices include: Our Other Suppliers include: