So far, we know following indications of contact lenses which are as follows: Optical Therapeutic Diagnostic Cosmetic Occupational Now there have been recent advances in medical indications which are orthokeratology in this we have special type of contact lenses known as ortho KC lenses used for children in age group of 6 to 10 years with moderate myopia. They are applied during night and in the process: They cause corneal reshaping and correct myopia for 1 to 2 days They are supposed to arrest progress of myopia by 40 percent They are also helpful in children who wants to go for sports They may also be used in astigmatism hyperopia and presbyopia More recently smart type of contact lenses is used in diabetic patient to monitor blood sugar from their tears.
Will this recent advances in contact lense technology aid people?
