Contact Lenses

• Independent opticians with access to all major contact lens brands

• Expertise in specialist fittings (keratoconus, RGPs, multifocals, toric lenses)

• Flexible monthly and daily lens options to suit your lifestyle and budget

• Ongoing aftercare and support for healthy, comfortable eyes

As Coventry specialists in rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses, keratoconus fittings, orthokeratology and multifocal lenses, we help patients who often struggle at high-street chains. These lenses require skill and experience to fit correctly – and our optometrists have years of expertise in advanced lens fitting and aftercare.

Can I wear contact lenses if I have astigmatism?

Yes! If you have astigmatism, you can wear toric contact lenses, which are specially designed to correct the irregular curve of your cornea. At Eyesite Eyecare Centres in Coventry, we fit both daily and monthly toric lenses, available in soft or rigid gas permeable (RGP) materials. Because every eye with astigmatism is unique, our optometrists will carefully measure your eyes to ensure the best fit, comfort, and vision.

What Are RGP Lenses and who needs them?

RGP (Rigid Gas Permeable) contact lenses are small, hard lenses that provide very sharp vision. Unlike soft lenses, they keep their shape on the eye, which can make them ideal for patients with:

• Keratoconus or irregular corneas

• High prescriptions

• Astigmatism that isn’t well corrected by soft toric lenses

• People wanting the clearest, most precise vision

RGPs last longer than soft lenses and can be more cost-effective over time. At Eyesite in Coventry, our optometrists specialise in RGP and keratoconus fittings.

 If you’ve struggled with vision in soft lenses, an RGP lens fitting at Eyesite may be the solution.

Are Contact Lenses safe for children and teenagers?

Yes – with the right fitting and aftercare, contact lenses are safe for children and teenagers. In fact, many parents choose contact lenses for their children to support sports, confidence, and convenience.  We also specialise in myopia control contact lenses for children – these advanced lenses are clinically proven to slow down the progression of short-sightedness, helping protect long-term eye health.

At Eyesite, we’ll assess your child’s eyes, recommend the safest type of lens (usually daily disposables), and provide full training on insertion, removal, and care. Regular aftercare ensures their eyes stay healthy.

 Ask about our children’s contact lens consultations in Coventry.

Can I sleep in Contact Lenses?

Some contact lenses are approved for overnight or continuous wear, meaning you can sleep in them safely. These include extended wear lenses made from highly breathable silicone hydrogel material, such as Air Optix Night & Day, which can be worn for up to 30 days continuously.

There is also a specialist option called Orthokeratology (Ortho-K). These are custom-designed, rigid lenses that you wear only while you sleep. Overnight, the lenses gently reshape the front of your eye (cornea), so when you wake up and remove them in the morning, you enjoy clear, natural vision all day without glasses or daytime contact lenses.

Ortho-K is especially popular for:

• • People who don’t want to wear glasses or contact lenses during the day

  • Active lifestyles (e.g. sports, swimming)

  • Children and teenagers as part of myopia control (slowing down short-sightedness progression)