Dailies Total 1 Multifocal Fitting Guide
Dailies Total 1 Multifocal contact lenses are designed for presbyopic patients, offering a breakthrough in vision correction․ These lenses utilize water gradient technology for superior comfort and breathability․ They address the specific needs of presbyopes, ensuring clear vision at all distances․
Dailies Total 1 Multifocal contact lenses represent a significant advancement in vision correction for individuals with presbyopia․ These lenses are engineered with a unique water gradient technology, providing exceptional comfort and breathability throughout the day․ Alcon’s Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses are designed to address the specific visual needs of presbyopic patients, ensuring clear and comfortable vision at all distances, near, intermediate, and far․
They share a simplified fitting process with other Alcon multifocal lenses․ These lenses offer a seamless transition between different focal points, allowing for a natural and effortless visual experience․ Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses are a suitable option for those seeking both superior comfort and optimal visual performance․ They are crafted from silicone hydrogel, ensuring high oxygen transmissibility for healthy eyes․
Understanding Presbyopia and Multifocal Lenses
Presbyopia is a common age-related vision condition that affects the eye’s ability to focus on near objects․ As people age, the natural lens inside the eye loses its flexibility, making it difficult to see things up close․ Multifocal lenses are designed to correct this condition by providing different power zones within the lens․ These zones allow the wearer to see clearly at varying distances, eliminating the need for reading glasses․
Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses utilize advanced optical designs to ensure a smooth transition between these zones, providing a natural visual experience․ They offer a convenient and effective solution for individuals seeking to address presbyopia and maintain clear vision at all distances․ These lenses are a popular choice for their comfort and visual performance․
Key Features of Dailies Total 1 Multifocal
Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses use water gradient technology, creating a cushion of moisture․ This technology ensures exceptional comfort, making it feel like you’re not wearing lenses at all․ It enhances the wearing experience․
Water Gradient Technology
Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses incorporate advanced water gradient technology to maximize comfort for presbyopic patients․ This technology creates a lens with a varying water content, transitioning from a lower water content in the core to an almost 100% water content at the surface․ The high surface water content provides exceptional lubricity, reducing friction between the lens and the eyelid, resulting in a smooth, comfortable lens-wearing experience․ The surface of the lens contains phosphatidylcholine, an ingredient also found in natural tears, further enhancing comfort and biocompatibility․ This innovative approach minimizes dryness and irritation, making Dailies Total 1 Multifocal an ideal choice for those seeking all-day comfort and clear vision․ This technology gives a cushion of moisture․
Precision Profile Design
The Precision Profile Design of Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses is engineered to provide seamless vision correction for presbyopia․ This design allows for a smooth transition between different focal powers, enabling clear vision at near, intermediate, and far distances․ The lens features concentric zones of varying power, carefully calibrated to ensure optimal visual acuity at all ranges; This design works in harmony with the eye’s natural focusing ability, reducing the need for constant accommodation and minimizing visual disturbances․ The Precision Profile Design makes the fitting process more efficient and predictable, leading to high patient satisfaction․ The same Precision Profile Design and fitting process as AIR OPTIX AQUA Multifocal contact lenses and DAILIES AquaComfort Plus Multifocal contact lenses; One simplified fitting process for every ALCON Multifocal contact lens allows you to efficiently․
Material Composition and Oxygen Transmissibility
Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses are crafted from delefilcon A, a silicone hydrogel material known for its exceptional oxygen transmissibility; This advanced material allows a high flow of oxygen to reach the cornea, promoting eye health and reducing the risk of hypoxia-related complications․ Despite its silicone hydrogel base, delefilcon A maintains a low water content, which contributes to the lens’s overall comfort․ The material composition of Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses ensures a balance between oxygen permeability and hydration, providing a comfortable wearing experience throughout the day․ The lens material includes phosphatidylcholine, an ingredient also found in natural tears․ This biocompatible component enhances the lens’s wettability and reduces friction, further improving comfort․ Alcon daily disposable and monthly replacement multifocal contact lenses help you see clearly at ALL distances in comfort․
The Fitting Process⁚ A Step-by-Step Guide
The fitting process involves assessing patient needs, selecting appropriate lens parameters, and evaluating on-eye performance․ Proper adjustments ensure optimal vision and comfort․ Alcon offers a simplified fitting process for all its multifocal contact lenses․
Initial Assessment and Patient History
The initial assessment is a crucial step in fitting Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses․ Begin by gathering a comprehensive patient history, including age, occupation, and lifestyle․ Understanding the patient’s daily activities helps determine their visual demands at near, intermediate, and distance․
Inquire about previous contact lens experience and any history of dry eye or ocular surface disease․ Assess refractive error, including sphere, cylinder, and add power․ Measure pupil size in both bright and dim illumination to evaluate potential visual compromises․ Discuss patient expectations and address any concerns regarding multifocal lenses․
A thorough understanding of the patient’s needs and ocular health is essential for successful lens selection and fitting․ This ensures optimal visual outcomes and patient satisfaction with Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses․
Lens Selection and Parameter Determination
Selecting the appropriate Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lens involves considering the patient’s refractive error and add power․ Consult the fitting guide provided by Alcon to determine the initial lens power․ The fitting guide offers recommendations based on the patient’s spectacle prescription․
Start with the lowest add power that meets the patient’s near vision needs․ Over-minusing slightly can enhance distance vision․ Assess the patient’s dominant eye, as this may influence lens selection․ Ensure the chosen lens parameters are available within the Dailies Total 1 Multifocal range․
Consider the lens diameter and base curve to ensure proper fit and centration on the eye․ Accurate parameter determination is crucial for optimal visual acuity and comfort․ Utilize trial lenses to evaluate the fit and vision before finalizing the prescription․
On-Eye Evaluation and Adjustment
After inserting the Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses, allow approximately 15-20 minutes for the lenses to settle․ Evaluate the lens centration, movement, and overall fit․ The lens should move freely with blinks without excessive movement․ Assess visual acuity at distance, intermediate, and near․
Use a trial frame to refine the spherical power for optimal distance vision․ Adjust the add power based on the patient’s near vision performance․ If the patient reports difficulties at intermediate distances, consider a slight adjustment to the overall power․ Ensure the lens provides adequate coverage of the pupil in various gaze positions․
Document all findings and adjustments made during the evaluation․ Instruct the patient to wear the lenses for a trial period to assess comfort and vision in real-world conditions․ Schedule a follow-up appointment to address any remaining concerns and fine-tune the prescription if needed․
Troubleshooting Common Fitting Challenges
When fitting Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses, addressing visual acuity issues is crucial․ Refine spherical power for optimal distance vision․ Adjust the add power based on near vision performance․ Consider slight adjustments for intermediate vision difficulties․
Addressing Visual Acuity Issues
When fitting Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses, addressing visual acuity is paramount for patient satisfaction․ If a patient reports blurry distance vision, refine the spherical power by adjusting in 0․25D steps until optimal clarity is achieved․ For near vision problems, evaluate the add power; increasing the add can improve near tasks, while decreasing it might enhance intermediate vision․
Assess vision at varying distances․ Over-refraction can help determine the necessary power adjustments․ Ensure proper lighting conditions during the assessment․ Verify that the patient’s prescription is current and accurate․ Consider cycloplegic refraction if accommodation is suspected․
If acuity issues persist, rule out other potential causes such as dry eye or lens decentration․ Proper documentation of each adjustment is vital for follow-up visits․ If issues continue, consider other multifocal designs․
Managing Discomfort and Dryness
Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses are designed with water gradient technology to minimize discomfort and dryness․ However, some patients may still experience these issues․ Start by ensuring proper lens fit and adequate tear exchange․ Recommend lubricating eye drops, preservative-free options, to supplement natural tear production and enhance lens hydration․
Advise patients on proper blinking habits to maintain a healthy tear film․ Consider environmental factors like humidity and airflow, suggesting humidifiers for dry environments․ Evaluate lens care solutions for compatibility and potential sensitivity․ Rule out underlying ocular surface diseases such as blepharitis or meibomian gland dysfunction․
If discomfort persists, explore alternative lens materials or modalities, such as daily disposables․ Educate patients on proper lens handling and wearing schedules․ Review medication lists for potential contributions to dryness․ Promptly address any complaints to ensure a comfortable wearing experience․
Purchasing Dailies Total 1 Multifocal Lenses
Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses can be purchased online with a valid prescription․ Retailers often verify prescriptions with the eye doctor; Ensure the online source is reputable and offers secure transactions․
Online Retailers and Prescription Verification
Purchasing Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses online requires a valid prescription․ Online retailers typically necessitate either uploading a copy of your prescription or providing your eye doctor’s contact information for verification․ This verification process ensures that you receive the correct lens parameters for your vision needs, promoting both safety and efficacy․
Reputable online retailers will always verify your prescription before dispensing contact lenses․ This step is crucial to confirm the accuracy of the prescription and to prevent the distribution of counterfeit or incorrect lenses․
Be cautious of websites that offer contact lenses without requiring a prescription, as these may not adhere to safety standards․ Always prioritize purchasing from trusted sources to guarantee the authenticity and quality of your Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses․
Cost Considerations and Rebates
The cost of Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses can vary depending on the retailer, the quantity purchased, and any applicable discounts or rebates․ A year’s supply can potentially cost around $276․96 per eye, but this price can be reduced through exclusive rebates available at various online retailers․
Consider purchasing in bulk to take advantage of potential cost savings․ Many retailers offer discounts for larger orders, which can significantly lower the overall expense․
Additionally, explore manufacturer rebates, as Alcon frequently provides promotions on Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses․ These rebates can help offset the cost and make the lenses more affordable․
Always compare prices from different retailers and factor in any available rebates to ensure you’re getting the best possible deal on your Dailies Total 1 Multifocal lenses․