|
Credit for invention of contact lenses doesn't
go to a single person as history of contact lenses could be traced back
to early sixteenth century. Since sixteenth century onwards, invention
of contact lenses continued till F.E.Muller's version of invention and
even afterwards.
But, F.E.Muller is said to be
the real inventor. He came up with his invention in 1887. Before him,
Rene Descrates is also considered by many as the real inventor because
of his corneal contact lens invention. Contribution of English Jhon
Herschel is also acknowledged for his contribution to invention of
contact lenses in early Nineteenth century.
An important
contribution was made by Mr Eugen Fick when he invented his pair of
scleral contact shells. These contact lenses of late nineteenth century
heralded a new era in invention of contact lenses. Later on, August
Miller introduced his own version of Eugen's invention by using blown
glasses.
Lately, it was Joseph Dallos who came with an improved
pair of lenses. In 1930, Plastic scleral lenses were introduced. It
became possible to make plastic lenses just because of invention of
polymethyl methacrylate. William Feinbloom was first to come up with
plastic contact lenses. It happened in 1936. Credit also goes to Dr
George Butterfield who came up with an innovated corneal lens.
With
recent introduction of Silicone hydrogel, more permeable and comfortable
lenses are on the block. If you happen to use contact lens, don't forget
the following tips:
Contact lenses should be placed in contact
lens case when not in use. You should not go for cheap contact lense
contrarily, you can opt for custom contact lens. You must practice
regular contact lens cleaning. Better go through contact lens review
before buying it. Always carry contact lens cleaner. Cosmetic contact
lenses are gaining popularity among fashion conscious woman. People are
now longing for even daily disposable contact lenses. Colored contact
lenses have become order of the day.
|
