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Air Optix Aqua
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eyeTopics Review Editor
 
By eyeTopics Review Editor
Published on 07/13/2009
 
Air Optix Aqua are breathable silicone hydrogel contact lenses manufactured by Ciba Vision.

Air Optix Aqua

Air Optix Aqua are breathable silicone hydrogel contact lenses manufactured by Ciba Vision. These lenses are made with revolutionary Aqua Moisture System a unique moisture agent that lubricates the lens and minimizes the rate of lens dehydration for all day ease. The unique molecular structure of these contact lenses allows water to pass through to the eye without reducing the lens ability to transmit oxygen. The lens can move freely on the eye and allows plenty of oxygen through the lens. This means your eyes are better protected from the signs and symptoms of lack of oxygen - dryness, irritation, end-of-day discomfort and redness.

Lens Material
The lens material is 33% water and 67% lotrafilcon B, a fluoro-silicone containing

hydrogel which is surface treated. Lenses contain the color additive phathalocyanine blue, a light blue handling tint, which helps make them easier to see when handling.

 

 

Lens Parameters

 

Chord Diameter:

14.2 mm

Center Thickness:

0.08 mm at-3.00D (varies with power)

 

0.147 mm at +3.00 (varies with power)

Base Curves:

8.6 mm

Powers:

+6.00D to -8.00D sphere (0.25D steps)

 

-8.50D to -10.00D sphere (0.50D steps)

Oxygen Permeability (Dk):

110 DK

Water Content:

33%