Contact Lens Comfort: Better Options for Sensitive Eyes

Do your contact lenses feel dry, itchy, or irritating—even after just a few hours of wear? You’re not alone. At Blake Bush Family Eye Care, we see many patients who’ve given up on contacts because they never felt quite right.

But here’s the good news: there are better, more comfortable options available today. Whether you're brand-new to contact lenses or you’ve tried them before without success, we’re here to help you find a solution that truly fits—your vision, your eyes, and your lifestyle.

Why Do Contacts Cause Discomfort?

Discomfort with contact lenses can stem from a number of common issues, including:

• Dry eye disease or poor tear quality
• Improper lens fit or outdated prescription
• Lens materials that don’t breathe well
• Allergic reactions or protein buildup
• Wearing lenses too long or overnight

Many people assume they’re just “not a candidate” for contacts—but most of the time, it’s the lens type that’s the issue, not your eyes.

The New Generation of Soft Contact Lenses

Modern soft contact lenses are lightyears ahead of what many patients tried 5–10 years ago. Today’s materials and designs offer improved comfort, clarity, and convenience.

Here are a few non-specialty options we often recommend:

Daily Disposable Lenses

Best for: Dry eyes, allergies, occasional wearers, teens

• Worn once and thrown away—no cleaning or storage needed
• Minimize protein buildup and reduce risk of irritation
• Great for sensitive eyes or busy lifestyles
• Often made with advanced moisture-retaining materials

Silicone Hydrogel Lenses

Best for: Full-time wearers, dry eyes, active lifestyles

• Allow more oxygen to pass through to the eye
• Stay moist longer and resist deposits
• Available in daily, biweekly, and monthly replacement schedules
• A great upgrade for those who found older soft lenses uncomfortable

Toric Lenses for Astigmatism

Best for: Patients with blurry or fluctuating vision due to astigmatism

• Custom-designed to stay stable on the eye
• Offer sharper vision than standard spherical lenses for certain prescriptions
• Now available in daily and monthly formats

Multifocal Lenses for Presbyopia

Best for: Adults over 40 who need help seeing both near and far

• Reduce the need for reading glasses
• Offer a smooth visual transition from distance to up close
• Available in multiple designs and materials for added comfort

Still Not Comfortable? Scleral Lenses Might Be the Answer

For patients with complex conditions or persistent contact lens discomfort, scleral lenses offer a specialized, highly effective option.

These large-diameter lenses:

• Vault over the cornea and rest on the white part of the eye
• Create a reservoir of fluid to continuously hydrate the eye
• Are ideal for dry eye, keratoconus, high prescriptions, and post-surgical corneas
• Provide incredibly sharp, stable vision with all-day comfort

They require a custom fitting—but for many patients, they’re life-changing.

 What to Expect at Your Contact Lens Consultation

At Blake Bush Family Eye Care, we take time to understand your vision needs, lifestyle, and comfort preferences. Your contact lens visit includes:

• A thorough eye health exam
• Measurements of your corneal shape and tear quality
• Lens trials to test comfort and vision quality
• Personalized recommendations (not one-size-fits-all)

Whether you’re trying contacts for the first time or hoping to finally find a lens that feels good again, we’re here to help.

Don’t Give Up on Comfortable Contacts

With today’s lens technology, you shouldn’t have to choose between clarity and comfort. There’s a better fit for nearly everyone—and we’d love to help you find yours.

Call us today to schedule your contact lens consultation. Let’s find the option that’s right for you.