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Forget about AR contact lenses, I'd be stoked if they made a lens that is safe and comfortable to wear and doesn't have to be thrown out every 2-4 weeks. :)

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Curious to know what you've tried. I've been using B&L Soflens Torics [1] for about 10 years now, no complaints. They're supposed to last for a few weeks but I've found I can usually wear them with no discomfort or blurriness for 6 months at a time.

(For the record, I have terrible eyesight. Different astigmatisms in both eyes and approaching -10 diopters.)

[1] http://www.bausch.com/en/Our-Products/Contact-Lenses/Contact...

I've been using Acuvue Oasys (IIRC) for a while now. I'm on the 4-week disposables but my optometrist is getting worried about increased blood vessel growth in my cornea. I think my eyes may just be particularly sensitive - this is happening despite me wearing lenses for a max of 12 hours a day and not exceeding the recommended 4 weeks of wear per lens.

I had problems with Acuvue Oasys back in the day as well, but I'm sure it varies from person to person. Ask your eye doctor to order trial pairs from different brands. That's how I eventually found the ones that worked for me.

I had permanent redeye and frequent allergic reactions when I was using Acuvue Oasys lenses. Some were pretty bad; I couldn't wear my lenses for weeks at a time and had to get $130/oz eyedrops to get rid of the irritation. After switching to a different brand of lenses the problems went away. My sister had a similar experience.

What's wrong with having to throw them out every 2-4 weeks? :-)

I used to wear contacts every day, and even wore the daily disposables for a while. Those were actually really convenient.

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