Dailies Contact Lenses Help with Eye Allergies

One of our best tools in fighting ocular allergies is the Dailies contact lens. These lenses are made to be replaced every day, and during allergy season that makes a big difference.


Soft contact lenses are made to transmit oxygen which is necessary for good eye health. This causes them to be somewhat like sponges and they tend to collect materials from our tear film and need to be cleaned and disposed of as prescribed.

During allergy season, the pollen and other impurities can collect in the contact lens and worsen an allergic reaction. By throwing away the contact lens at the end of the day, you are also throwing away a day's worth of pollen instead of putting it back into your eye. For those with allergy problems, Dailies contacts make a big difference.

Dailies contacts are also some of the safest lenses due to the reduced complications from overwear and improper cleaning. They are also a very convienient way to wear contacts, especially for those who are new to contacts or like to switch between glasses and contacts.

At WGEC we find these lenses very valuable to many of our patients. They are available to correct most contact wearers, even those with astigmatism.


During your next exam, be sure to ask about Dailies contact lenses.

Worst Allergy Season Ever?

Tree pollen is usually scheduled to peak in early April and grass pollen should not even start until early May. Yet both are already showing readings of "Very High" on The Weather Channel. This year is proving to be the worst allergy season so far. Experts are blaming high pollen counts and increased mold sores on the mild winter and early spring.


Dr. Jennifer Carter says, "We are seeing people much earlier this year and with much worse symptoms. So far, this allergy season is gearing up to be a tough one, but we are ready."

Watering, burning, and itching sensations may be allergy related but it is difficult to know if the condition is actually an infection. A diagnosis should be made before any treatment begins.

With the new developments in medicine there is no reason to live with itchy eyes. There are several different prescription drops available to fight ocular allergies.

If you think you may have eye allergies, visit our web-site to request an appointment.