Soft vs. RGP Contact Lenses | 合法醫療器材資訊網

RigidGasPermeable(RGP)lenseshavebeenaroundsincethe1960's.NewerRGPlensesoffertheadvantageofallowingmoreoxygentopassthroughtotheeye.

There are two major types of contact lenses: soft contacts and hard contacts. Soft contacts are the most common day-to-day lenses. They are made of a very flexible polymer material designed to provide comfortable and clear vision. Hard contacts are made of a less flexible polymer material and are often used in specialty cases to provide clear vision. For example, they may be good options for individuals with a high prescription, dry eye disease, keratoconus and for myopia management.

Below is a comparison between soft and hard contact lenses.