Completely updated and revised, this classic text provides a definitive reference work on contact lenses for all optometrists, dispensing opticians, ophthalmologists and contact lens practitioners.A prestigious list of internationally known experts has contributed chapters and Judith Morris is Consultant Editor for this the fifth edition.The book has been brought up to date to reflect modern day contact lens practice yet still provides the basic scientific foundations. From silicone hydrogels, orthoK and digital imaging to practice law, research projects and practical optics, all you need is included in one volumeRedesigned with numerous high quality line diagrams and clinical illustrations to further explain points brought out in the text.Refocused and tightened the content has been overhauled to provide you with an essential touchstone for everyday practice.Erudite, definitive and comprehensive the book now concentrates on the evidence behind contact lens practice and enables you to make informed choices about the care you give to your patients.A companion website provides access to additional materials and further content. An everyday definitive reference work, this classic, beautifully designed text has been reinvented to provide the modern eye care practitioner with all the essential knowledge that they need in one volume.
1 The history of contact lenses 2 Anatomy and physiology of the cornea and related structures 3 Contact lens materials 4 Microbiology, lens care and maintenance 5 Tears and contact lenses 6 Optics 7 Clinical instrumentation in contact lens practice 8 Assessment of patient suitability for contact lenses 9 Rigid gas permeable corneal lens fitting 10 Soft contact lens fitting 11 Patient management 12 Toric contact lens fitting 13 Toric Extended and continuous wear lenses 14 Bifocal and multifocal contact lenses 15 Sclerals 16 Lens checking: soft and rigid 17 After-care 18 Medical aspects of contact lenses, diagnosis and treatment 19 Orthokeratology 20 Keratoconus 21 High prescriptions 22 Post-keratoplasty contact lens fitting 23 Post-refractive surgery 24 Paediatric contact lenses 25 Cosmetic and prosthetic contact lenses 26 Contact lenses in other abnormal ocular conditions 27 Contact lens manufacturing 28 Modification procedures 29 Special types of contact lenses and their uses 30 Contact lens correction and myopia progression 31 Contact lens standards 32 Legal issues and contact lenses 33 Setting up a research project