Bionic eye lens "is the future"

11.09.2008

The future of contact lenses is to wear them inside the eye, according to a scientist.

Daily contact lenses - currently the choice of millions of people thanks to their convenience and hygiene benefits - could become redundant with new technological advances.

Professor James Wolffsohn says a one-off operation to place a permanent lens into the eye could be available within a few years.

Scientists are trying to develop flexible lenses that respond to movement of the eye"s muscles.

Mr Wolffsohn said: "Everyone over 45 would benefit because it means they will be able to see distance and near absolutely naturally.

"It is the true definition of a bionic eye."

However, the thought of eye surgery may not be for everyone and contact lenses are a comfortable option for many people.

In addition to this, the price of contact lenses over the internet means they are convenient and cheap to order and have delivered.

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