Methods for reducing corneal staining in contact lens wearers

Details Methods for reducing corneal staining in contact lens wearers Methods for reducing corneal staining in contact lens wearers

2006-05-02

2006-05-02

Sugarman, Scott J. (Department: 2873)

Optics: eye examining, vision testing and correcting

Spectacles and eyeglasses

Ophthalmic lenses or blanks

C351S16000R, C351S177000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07036930

ABSTRACT:
The invention provides lenses in which peak pressure under the lens wearer's eyelids is reduced. The invention provides lens designs that reduce or eliminate mechanical chaffing of the cornea even in lenses made of high modulus materials.

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