Dailies TOTAL1® Daily Contact Lenses from Alcon (2024)

FAQs

Are dailies total 1 contacts good? ›

They offer clarity, can reduce dryness and even minimize the chance of allergies flaring up. Total1 contacts also cover a good range of lens powers and can help people with presbyopia. As long as you don't have astigmatism and don't mind the price tag, the Dailies Total 1 may just be the right lenses for you.

In contrast, more expensive and premium like Acuvue Oasys Dailies and Alcon's Total One have Dk's of 103 and 140. These lenses are superior in both the amount of oxygen they allow to your eyes, and long lasting comfort.

The number of hours that you can wear contacts ranges anywhere from eight to 16 hours per day. The exact time depends on a number of things, like how well you tolerate contacts, how dry or sensitive your eyes are, and your overall eye health.

A cost-effective alternative for Dailies Total 1 would be comfi Purest 1 Day lenses which are also made from silicone hydrogel.

If long-lasting moisture and UV protection are top priorities, 1-Day Acuvue Moist may be the preferred option. On the other hand, if continuous hydration and a wide range of prescription parameters are key considerations, Dailies Aquacomfort Plus could be the ideal choice.

No. Sleeping in contact lenses not designed to be worn overnight can increase the risk of certain contact lens-related complications.

You can only wear daily disposable contacts for one day and you cannot use them more than once. Without exception, you should throw them out after removing them, whether it's at the end of the day or after only a few hours.

3. Don't Reuse Your Contacts. Daily disposable contacts are designed to be thrown away after every single use, and people who reuse them risk painful and risky outcomes.

But a common question is what if you only wore your disposable lenses for an hour or two? Is it safe to re-wear them after that? Unfortunately, the answer to that is also no. You should always throw away daily disposable lenses, even if you only wore them for a little while.

Are DAILIES TOTAL1 UV blocking? ›

TOTAL30® and DAILIES TOTAL1®for Astigmatism contact lenses provide both Class I UV protection and HEVL filtration.

You should wear daily contacts once before discarding them. When you reuse them, they may not fit as well as they did when you first put them on. So, they may not sit as comfortably on your eye, making it easier for bacteria or other microorganisms to enter your eye.

Can I wear DAILIES TOTAL1^® if my eyes felt dry in other contact lenses? Actually, DAILIES TOTAL1^® is our best lens for those who have experienced contact lens-related dryness in the past. Your eye doctor can help decide which contact lens is best for your specific eye condition or dryness issue.

Dailies may seem more flimsy, but they come with their own set of benefits. Because they are a lot thinner, daily disposables provide a higher level of comfort for the wearer. This thin construction also allows the lenses to maintain a high water content. This means that they usually remain moist throughout the day.

Rewearing daily contacts could lead to discomfort, eye dryness, or serious eye infections. Though you may be tempted, it's important for your eye health that you discard daily contacts at the end of each day.

You can only wear daily disposable contacts for one day and you cannot use them more than once. Without exception, you should throw them out after removing them, whether it's at the end of the day or after only a few hours.

TOTAL30® and DAILIES TOTAL1®for Astigmatism contact lenses provide both Class I UV protection and HEVL filtration.