Purevision Contacts

Bausch + Lomb PureVision Contact Lenses

Finding the right contact lens can feel like a balancing act between comfort, clarity, and convenience. If you've been prescribed Bausch + Lomb PureVision contacts, your new contacts are ready to handle long days and demanding visual environments for you. Whether you need correction for astigmatism, presbyopia, or just standard nearsightedness, understanding the specific benefits of your prescribed lens helps you get the most out of your wear experience.

Why choose PureVision contacts?

PureVision contact lenses were among the first to use AerGel, a silicone hydrogel material that allows natural levels of oxygen to reach your eyes. This material is key to maintaining healthy, white eyes, especially if you wear your lenses for long hours.

Many users appreciate that these contact lenses are designed to resist buildup. Throughout the day, our eyes produce proteins that can cloud lenses, but the surface treatment of PureVision helps keep that buildup at bay. This provides sharper vision and fresher eyes all day.

Understanding the PureVision product family

Bausch + Lomb offers several variations under the PureVision brand name. It's crucial to order the specific model information written on your prescription, as some contacts may feature different ocular technology.

PureVision (Standard)

The original PureVision is a monthly disposable contact lens. It balances oxygen transmission and water content to provide comfort and clarity. It uses aspheric optics, which helps reduce spherical aberration. This "halo effect" is a visual distortion that can cause a halo around lights, especially when driving at night or in low-light conditions.

PureVision2

PureVision2 (often labeled as PureVision 2 HD) is an updated version designed for even higher-definition vision. These contact lenses are thinner than the original, providing a more natural feel on the eye. They are specifically engineered to reduce halos and glare more effectively than the original, making them a good choice for people who spend a lot of time in front of screens or driving at night. These contacts also come in a moisture-rich packaging design that provides more comfort when putting your contacts in.

PureVision Toric for Astigmatism

If you have astigmatism, your cornea is shaped more like a football than a basketball, which requires a contact lens that stays in place on your eye to correct vision properly. PureVision Toric contacts use a specialized design to prevent rotation when you blink or move your eyes quickly. This stability keeps your vision from blurring during while active.

PureVision Multi-Focal

If you experience presbyopia, you have a difficulty focusing on close objects. PureVision Multi-Focal contact lenses help you see clearly at near, intermediate, and far distances. This becomes more common as people age. These contacts may eliminate the need for daily reading glasses, and they offer a seamless transition when glancing from locations like your phone screen to the sidewalk.

Wearing schedule and care

Both the original PureVision and PureVision2 are monthly replacement contact lenses. You can wear one pair safely for up to 30 days before discarding them and starting a fresh pair.

These lenses are approved for extended wear, meaning some users can sleep in them for up to 30 days continuously. That said, you should always follow the specific wear schedule prescribed by your eye care professional. Not everyone’s eyes can tolerate sleeping in contacts, and your doctor will know what is safest for your personal eye health.

How to read your prescription

When you are ready to order, you will find a few specific numbers on your prescription box:

• Power (PWR/SPH): This indicates the strength of correction for distance or near vision.
• Base Curve (BC): This number (usually between 8.3 and 8.7) describes the curvature of the lens to match your eye shape.
• Diameter (DIA): The width of the lens.
• Cylinder (CYL) and Axis: Only for Toric lenses (astigmatism).
• Add Power: Only for Multi-Focal lenses.

Frequently asked questions about PureVision

Is PureVision2 better than the original PureVision?

"Better" depends entirely on your specific eyes. PureVision2 is thinner and focuses on high-definition optics to reduce glare. However, some long-time wearers prefer the slightly thicker feel and specific fit of the original PureVision. Always stick with what your doctor prescribed, as switching models usually requires a new fitting.

Can I switch between PureVision and PureVision2 without a new prescription?

No. Even though they are the same brand, the materials and designs are different. Contact lenses are medical devices, and your prescription is specific to one brand and model, to ensure proper oxygen flow and fit to your eyes.

Do these lenses have UV protection?

PureVision lenses are primarily focused on oxygen transmission and visual clarity rather than UV blocking. To protect your eyes from sun damage, please wear a pair of UV-absorbing sunglasses when outdoors.