How will contact lenses evolve between now and 2046?
HARVARD SYLVAN, OD 9/1/16
“We are in the midst of the digital age and on the doorstep of the “Internet of Things.” Technological breakthroughs are occurring at an accelerated pace. There is no reason to think that new technological advances won’t be made with contact lenses. Once the challenges of incorporating electronics into contact lenses are overcome, I have no doubt that there will be many new applications for contact lenses.
In addition, if long-term myopia study results indicate the successful reduction in myopic progression; if biometric coatings can increase lens comfort; if new multifocal designs create an increase in successful wear; and if augmented reality applications are viable, contact lens use will significantly increase. With an ever-expanding population, a foreseeable reduction in dropouts as comfort issues are reduced, and an increase in unique reasons for wearing lenses, contact lenses have a bright future 30 years from now.”
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Dr. Sylvan currently practices with an optometric group in Hamden, CT. He has been a frequent lecturer on contact lens topics, has been involved in numerous clinical investigations, was a consultant to several contact lens manufacturers, and served in professional relations roles with two contact lens companies.
Contact Lens Spectrum, Volume: 31 , Issue: September 2016, page(s): 28, 29, 31-33, 71