F.A.Q' S

There are some indications that OVC lenses may arrest and even reverse the effect of early onset short-sightedness. The lens acts like a retainer holding the cornea in the correct position so changes in the eye cannot take place. More research is needed to confirm whether or not this claim can be substantiated.

Yes. But i-GO lenses work differently compared with regular contact lenses. A conventional contact lens prescription works to immediately correct your vision but OVC lenses work by gently holding a corrective position overnight. While they’re in, you’ll be able to see well. But once they’re out, you’ll see even better.

Yes - if required.

Around 70% of vision correction is achieved after just one nights wear it usually takes around 4 weeks to reach full correction.During the initial weeks you may temporarily require a lower power contact lens for driving or reading glasses for close work.

Independent studies have been carried out in the US on this lens by the US food and drugs administration which found it safe and effective in 2004. Over 60,000 case have been fitted using the lens.

Once successfully fitted with your i-GO lenses you will need to visit your eye care professional every six months to get your eyes checked and to get your new lenses and cleaning solutions. The cost of all this is included in your monthly direct debit including any other visits or help you might require.

A spare set of lenses is included in your monthly direct debit package. When both your eye care professional and you are happy with your sight then a spare set of lenses will be ordered for you to keep at home. At your six monthly check new lenses will be ordered to replace the original pair which should be discarded. This rotation is repeated every six months so you always have one current and one spare pair of i-GO lenses.

The cost of i-GO OVC lenses are very similar to premium daily disposable contact lenses and cheaper than laser surgery. A contact lens consultation is required to establish if you are suitable. If appropriate then an initial fee to cover fitting and diagnostic appointments from around £200 is charged. Patients then sign a monthly direct debit mandate which costs from around £39.50 (dependent on the prescription). This package includes an initial set of lenses plus a spare set of lenses at the end of month one; replacement lenses and solutions are provided every six months. All aftercare is included as well as an annual sight test.

There are a couple of possible side effects but these are temporary and minor.
Flaring, ghosting and halos around bright lights at night are the most common. These will disappear after a few weeks or if you reinsert your i-GO lenses or use low powered glasses as recommended by your eye care professional. They will also go away if lens wear is discontinued.
Lenses can also sometimes move during the night  and distorted vision may occur the following morning after removal of your lenses. The duration of the distorted vision will rarely be greater than the duration of the day and visual correction is normally restored after the next nights wear.

There is a small risk involved when any contact lens is worn and incorrect use of contact lenses and lens care products as well as poor hygiene can all result in infections or injury to the eye.