Contact Lens Fitting Guide
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| Author | : Harold Aaron Stein |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 736 |
| Release | : 2002 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : |
Updated and revised, the 4th Edition of this reader-friendly reference presents straightforward guidelines for proper contact lens fitting. Covering today's full range of contact lens types, it also explores how to manage some of the major complications of contact lens wear. Devoid of extraneous optical theory, it focuses on the "hands-on" information that readers need to know in order to provide complete well-eye care. Uses a reader-friendly, easy-to-understand writing style that makes correct fitting techniques easy to understand and apply. Includes tips on unusual fitting procedures, such as toric fitting and bifocal fitting. Contains guidance on advanced fitting techniques for keratoconus, toric lenses, and tinted contact lenses. Offers valuable appendices of conversion tables, compensation values, drugs commonly used in ophthalmology, and more. Covers all the latest topics, including refractive surgery and the use of contact lenses, bifocal contact lenses, disposable contact lenses, and the newest rigid gas-permeable lenses. Contains a wealth of new chapters addressing corneal topography, contact lens wear and ocular allergy, AIDS and contact lenses, and other timely subjects. Includes a wealth of new illustrations that demonstrate key principles and techniques. Features a new co-editor, Dr. Melvin Freeman--past president of the Contact Lens Association of Ophthalmologists. Presents a new appendix that translates commonly asked questions and instructions into more than 12 different languages, facilitating communication with non-English-speaking patients.
| Author | : Ajay Kumar Bhootra |
| Publisher | : JP Medical Ltd |
| Total Pages | : 92 |
| Release | : 2014-01-30 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 935090974X |
This book is a concise guide to contact lens fitting for optometrists and trainees. Beginning with an introduction to contact lenses and the pre-contact lens fitting eye examination, making sure a patient is suitable for wearing contact lenses, the following chapters describe the fitting of different types of corrective lens – soft, toric and rigid gas permeable. Separate chapters examine the use of therapeutic contact lenses, used to protect the eye whilst it heals after injury or infection, rather than to correct vision; and lenses for presbyopia, age-related long-sightedness. Key points Concise guide to contact lens fitting for optometrists and trainees Detailed discussion on pre-contact lens fitting eye exam and patient suitability Describes various types of corrective lenses Includes chapters on therapeutic lenses and contact lenses for presbyopia
| Author | : Andrew Gasson |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 1998 |
| Genre | : Contact lenses |
| ISBN | : 9780750631877 |
The Contact Lens Manual has become established as one of the world's leading practical textbooks in the field of contact lenses for both students and experienced practitioners alike. Free CD-Rom by Tony Hough included with publication Fully revised and updated New and expanded sections
| Author | : Edward S. Bennett |
| Publisher | : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins |
| Total Pages | : 872 |
| Release | : 2013-08-20 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 1469832895 |
Designed to be used as a quick reference, this fourth edition of the Clinical Manual of Contact Lenses allows readers to easily find the topic and information they need without having to search through an entire chapter to find it. Rigid gas permeable lens design and fitting, soft lens problem-solving, astigmatic management, and bifocal correction are just a few of the subjects covered in this manual. Each chapter includes sample cases to reinforce and demonstrate the practical nature of the topic, with nomograms and proficiency checklists summarizing and emphasizing the important points. With this guide, students and practitioners will have a dependable resource to help fit, evaluate, and troubleshoot any contact lenses, especially specialty designs for years to come.
| Author | : Jane Veys |
| Publisher | : Butterworth-Heinemann Medical |
| Total Pages | : 113 |
| Release | : 2002 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 9780750649124 |
* Part of a successful series published originally in Optician and on www.optometryonline.net * Highly illustrated in full colour throughout * Specially designed and prepared * Practical approach * Builds from basics and covers recent developments in contact lens practice
| Author | : Nathan Efron |
| Publisher | : Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Total Pages | : 550 |
| Release | : 2016-11-27 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 0702066613 |
In this thoroughly revised and updated third edition of Contact Lens Practice, award-winning author, researcher and lecturer, Professor Nathan Efron, provides a comprehensive, evidence-based overview of the scientific foundation and clinical applications of contact lens fitting. The text has been refreshed by the inclusion of ten new authors – a mixture of scientists and clinicians, all of whom are at the cutting edge of their specialty. The chapters are highly illustrated in full colour and subject matter is presented in a clear and logical format to allow the reader to quickly hone in the desired information. - Ideal for an optometrist, ophthalmologist, orthoptist, optician, student, or work in the industry, this book will serve as an essential companion and guide to current thinking and practice in the contact lens field. - Highlights of this edition include a new chapter on myopia control contact lenses, as well are completely rewritten chapters, by new authors, on keratoconus, orthokeratology, soft and rigid lens measurement and history taking.
| Author | : Milton M. Hom |
| Publisher | : Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Total Pages | : 766 |
| Release | : 2006 |
| Genre | : Contact lenses |
| ISBN | : 0750675179 |
Part I. Basic Concepts -- 1. Anatomy and Physiology -- 2. Anterior Segment Disease and Contact Lenses -- 3. Examination and Instrumentation -- 4. Patient Selection new -- 5. CL optics new -- Part II. Gas-Permeable lenses -- 6. Gas-Permeable Lens Design and Fitting -- 7. Gas-Permeable Lens Fitting and Eyelid Geometry -- 8. Gas-Permeable Lens Fluorescein Patterns -- 9. Gas-Permeable Lens Materials -- 10. Modification and Verification -- 11. Gas-Permeable Lenses for Astigmatism -- 12. Gas-Permeable Lens Care and Patient Education -- 13. Gas-Permeable Cases -- Part III. Soft Lenses -- 14. Soft Lens Design, Fitting, and Physiologic Response -- 15. Soft Lens Materials -- 16. Soft Contact lenses and the Tear film -- 17. Soft Contact Lenses for Astigmatism -- 18. Soft Contact Lens Care and Patient Education -- Part IV. Extended wear -- 19. Gas-Permeable Extended Wear and Complications -- 20. Soft Extended Wear and Complications -- Part V. Special Topics -- 21. Dry Eyes and Contact Lenses -- 22. Monovision and Bifocals -- 23. Translating Bifocals -- 24. Keratoconus -- 25. Post-Penetrating Keratoplasty -- 26. Aphakia -- 27. Refractive Surgery and Contact Lenses -- 28. Pediatric Contact Lenses -- 29. Orthokeratology -- 30. Colored lenses -- 31. Scleral lenses -- Appendix A: Extended Keratometer Range with +1.25 D and -1.00 D Lenses -- Appendix B: Vertex Conversion Table of Plus and Minus Powers -- Appendix C: Keratometer Conversion (Diopter to Millimeters).
| Author | : Melissa Barnett |
| Publisher | : Bentham Science Publishers |
| Total Pages | : 508 |
| Release | : 2017-11-03 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 1681085666 |
Contemporary Scleral Lenses: Theory and Application, provides comprehensive information about scleral lenses. Chapters of this volume have been contributed by renowned scleral lens experts and cover a variety of interesting topics. These topics include the history and evolution of scleral lenses, basic scleral lens structure, optics and customizable features of scleral lenses, analysis of ocular surface shape, ocular surface topography and advances in optometry technology. These topics give readers an explanation of how to utilize diagnostic equipment in optometry practice and enables practitioners to employ a scientific and objective approach to scleral lens fitting. Key features of this volume include: - A straightforward approach to ophthalmic examination flow, evaluation and documentation - A review of Scleral lens care and handling - Descriptions of a variety of complex medical and ocular indications for scleral lenses - Strategic tips to promote your own scleral lens practice - A unique perspective of esteemed corneal specialists regarding the collaborative care of the patient This textbook is a suitable reference for ophthalmology students and practitioners. This text will assist practitioners in enhancing their scleral lens practice by providing them useful information for improving patient vision, ocular surface rehabilitation and quality of life.
| Author | : Rajesh Sinha |
| Publisher | : JP Medical Ltd |
| Total Pages | : 338 |
| Release | : 2017-01-31 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 9386150441 |
This book is a comprehensive guide to the complete field of contact lenses for optometrists and ophthalmic assistants. Beginning with an introduction to the evolution of contact lenses and the relevant anatomy and physiology, the following chapters explain the different types of contact lenses, materials and fitting, and lens solutions. Chapters dedicated to the use of contact lenses with certain ocular conditions such as astigmatism, keratoconus and aphakia, are also included. The final sections discuss complications associated with wearing contact lenses and also the fitting of lenses after refractive surgery. The fifth edition has been fully revised to provide the very latest information and features images, diagrams and tables to enhance learning. Key Points Comprehensive guide to contact lenses for optometrists and ophthalmic assistants Fully revised new edition providing latest information in the field Covers all types of contact lenses and potential complications Includes use of lenses with specific ocular disorders and after refractive surgery
| Author | : Nathan Efron |
| Publisher | : Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Total Pages | : 489 |
| Release | : 2010-03-10 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 0702047635 |
Thoroughly revised and updated, this popular book provides a comprehensive yet easy to read guide to modern contact lens practice. Beautifully re-designed in a clean, contemporary layout, this second edition presents relevant and up-to-date information in a systematic manner, with a logical flow of subject matter from front to back. This book wonderfully captures the ‘middle ground’ in the contact lens field ... somewhere between a dense research-based tome and a basic fitting guide. As such, it is ideally suited for both students and general eye care practitioners who require a practical, accessible and uncluttered account of the contact lens field. Outlines a rational clinical approach to modern contact lens fitting - practical advice for the clinic and the classroom Logical structure and systematic layout, with relevant chapters grouped into coherent sections for easy reference Up-to-date for accurate information Chapters are contextualised through cross-referencing - helping to reflect the relative importance of different topics Provides an 'historical time line' of contact lens development and explains the current global situation Explains how contact lenses are fabricated, designed, manufactured and measured Reviews the scientific principles that underpin the clinical application of contact lenses New chapter on daily disposable contact lenses. Contributing authors comprising optometrists, ophthalmologists, dispensing opticians, industry experts, researchers and clinicians – all of whom are true international leaders in their sub-specialty areas. Many new line diagrams and clinical photographs to illustrate, inform and explain the concepts outlined in the text. Special consideration is given to the most popular lens replacement systems – daily, two-weekly and monthly. Extensive appendices to assist chair-side decision making in everyday practice. Efron Grading Scales for Contact Lens Complications. Evidence-based approach with numerous up-to-date references at the end of each chapter.
