Piggyback lenses combine a soft lens for comfort with a rigid lens for clarity on the same eye. This approach is ideal for patients with sensitive or irregular corneas who cannot tolerate rigid lenses alone.
Yes, when properly fitted and monitored by an eye care professional, piggyback lenses are safe and effective.
Both lenses used in piggyback systems are made from high oxygen-permeable materials to maintain corneal health.
Patients with irregular corneas or discomfort from standard RGP lenses may benefit greatly from a piggyback system.
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