Contact Lens Service

Contact Lens Services at Bangladesh Eye Hospital & Institute Ltd. At Bangladesh Eye Hospital & Institute Ltd. (BEH), our Contact Lens Service provides comprehensive vision correction solutions for patients of all ages.

Whether you need contact lenses for routine vision correction, complex corneal disorders, therapeutic purposes, or myopia control, our team offers personalized care to ensure optimal vision, comfort, and long-term eye health.

Why Choose Bangladesh Eye Hospital Contact Lens Service?

Our Contact Lens Clinic offers:

Comprehensive contact lens evaluation
Customized lens fitting
Specialty contact lens services
Pediatric contact lens management
Therapeutic contact lens fitting
Keratoconus management
Myopia control programs
Post-corneal surgery lens fitting

Our Contact Lens Services

Soft Contact Lenses: Soft contact lenses are made from flexible, oxygen-permeable materials that provide excellent comfort and clear vision.

They are suitable for:

Myopia (Nearsightedness)
Hyperopia (Farsightedness)
Astigmatism
Presbyopia

Types Available:

Daily Disposable Contact Lenses: Designed for single-day use, these lenses provide maximum convenience and hygiene while minimizing the risk of deposits and infections.

Ideal for:

Busy professionals
Occasional lens wearers
Allergy sufferers
Dry eye patients

Monthly Disposable Contact Lenses: Monthly lenses provide excellent comfort and are replaced every month with proper cleaning and maintenance.

Suitable for:

Regular contact lens users
Cost-effective long-term wear
Active lifestyles

Yearly Disposable Contact Lenses: Yearly Disposable Contact Lenses provide clear vision, lasting comfort, and an economical solution for everyday wear. Designed for up to one year of use with proper cleaning and care, they are available in a wide range of prescription powers to suit different vision needs. Regular eye check-ups and proper lens hygiene are essential for safe and comfortable wear.

Benefits of Yearly Disposable Contact Lenses:

Cost-effective for long-term use
Sharp and stable vision
Comfortable for daily wear
Available in a wide range of prescription powers
Suitable for various vision correction needs

Toric Contact Lenses:

Toric contact lenses are specially designed to correct astigmatism by providing stable vision throughout the day.

Benefits include:

Clear vision at all distances
Stable lens positioning
Comfortable daily wear

Extended Wear Contact Lenses:

Specially designed lenses that allow longer wearing schedules under professional supervision.
These lenses require careful monitoring to maintain ocular health.

Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Contact Lenses:

They are particularly beneficial for patients with irregular corneas where soft lenses cannot provide satisfactory vision.

Common indications include:

High astigmatism
Keratoconus
Post-LASIK irregularity
Corneal scars
Irregular corneal surfaces

Benefits:

Superior visual quality
Durable material
Long-term cost effectiveness

Scleral Contact Lenses:

Scleral lenses are large-diameter gas-permeable lenses that rest on the sclera (white part of the eye) while vaulting over the cornea.
These advanced lenses create a fluid reservoir that continuously hydrates the eye surface.
They are considered one of the most effective options for complex corneal diseases.

Indications:

Keratoconus
Pellucid Marginal Degeneration
Corneal Ectasia
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
Severe Dry Eye Disease
Ocular Surface Disease
Corneal Scarring
Neurotrophic Keratitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Graft-versus-Host Disease
Post-Corneal Transplant
Irregular Cornea

Benefits include:

Exceptional comfort
Superior vision
Continuous corneal hydration
Protection of the ocular surface
Improved quality of life

Color Blind Contact Lenses

Color Blind Contact Lenses are specially designed soft contact lenses that contain precision-tinted filters. These filters selectively modify specific wavelengths of light entering the eye, helping improve the contrast between colors that may otherwise appear similar.

Unlike ordinary cosmetic colored contact lenses, color blind lenses are developed specifically to assist individuals with certain types of color vision deficiency.

It is important to understand that these lenses do not cure color blindness. Instead, they may improve the ability to differentiate certain colors and enhance overall color perception for appropriate candidates.

Types of Color Vision Deficiency

Our specialists assess the specific type of color vision deficiency before recommending color-enhancing lenses.

Red-Green Color Vision Deficiency

The most common form of color blindness.

Includes:

Protanomaly
Protanopia
Deuteranomaly
Deuteranopia

Individuals may have difficulty distinguishing:

Red and green
Brown and green
Orange and green
Red and black

Blue-Yellow Color Vision Deficiency

Less common than red-green deficiency.

Includes:

Tritanomaly
Tritanopia

Patients may experience difficulty distinguishing:

Blue and green
Yellow and pink
Purple and blue

Who May Benefit from Color Blind Contact Lenses?

Color-enhancing contact lenses may be suitable for individuals who:

Have mild to moderate color vision deficiency
Require improved color discrimination for work or education
Experience difficulty identifying color-coded objects
Wish to enhance everyday color perception

Meet the clinical criteria following professional evaluation

Therapeutic (Bandage) Contact Lenses:

Bandage contact lenses are medical devices used to protect and promote healing of the cornea. They act as a protective barrier while reducing pain and accelerating recovery.

Have mild to moderate color vision deficiency
Require improved color discrimination for work or education
Experience difficulty identifying color-coded objects
Wish to enhance everyday color perception

Common indications:

Corneal abrasion
Corneal erosion
Persistent epithelial defects
Dry eye disease
Post-surgical healing
Chemical injuries
Corneal ulcers (selected cases)
Ocular trauma

Benefits:

Pain relief
Faster healing
Protection from eyelid friction
Improved patient comfort

Contact Lens Care Tips:

For safe and comfortable contact lens wear:

Wash hands before handling lenses.
Never sleep in lenses unless specifically prescribed.
Replace lenses according to the recommended schedule.
Use only approved contact lens solutions.
Never use tap water to clean lenses.
Replace the lens case every three months.
Attend regular follow-up appointments.
Remove lenses immediately if you experience redness, pain, blurred vision, or excessive tearing, and consult your eye care professional.

Why Early Consultation Matters:

Not every patient is suitable for every type of contact lens. Proper evaluation by experienced contact lens specialists ensures:

Better vision
Greater comfort
Reduced risk of complications
Long-term eye health
Personalized treatment for each patient's lifestyle and ocular condition

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who can wear contact lenses?

Most people with healthy eyes can wear contact lenses after a comprehensive eye examination and professional fitting.

Are contact lenses safe?

Yes. When prescribed correctly and used according to professional instructions, contact lenses are a safe and effective method of vision correction.

How often should I replace my contact lenses?

Replacement depends on the lens type—daily, biweekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly, or specialty lenses. Always follow your eye care professional's recommendation.