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Contact Lens Resources
	Bifocal Contacts: A Viable Option for Presbyopes		Disposable Contacts: The Ultimate Convenience
	Color Contact Lenses: Walk on the Wild Side		Extended Wear Contact Lenses
	Contact Lenses for Astigmatism		RGP Lens Care
	Contact Lenses: The Right Fit		RGPs
	Contacts and Allergies		Soft Contact Lens Care
	Costume Contact Lenses		UV Blocking Contact Lenses

RGPs- Rigid Gas Permeable

Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) contact lenses are made of plastic materials that allow oxygen and carbon dioxide to pass through the lenses. RGP contact lenses are rigid, yet flexible. Most RGP contact lenses are designed to be worn daily; however, there are RGP lenses developed for extended wear.

While their popularity has softened in the United States over the past several years, these lenses are great for motivated patients who require sharp, clear vision for all types of situations. In some clinical situations, GP lenses actually represent a superior choice over soft lenses.

Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) contact lenses are made of plastic materials that allow oxygen and carbon dioxide to pass through the lenses. RGP contact lenses are rigid, yet flexible. Most RGP contact lenses are designed to be worn daily; however, there are RGP lenses developed for extended wear.

While their popularity has softened in the United States over the past several years, these lenses are great for motivated patients who require sharp, clear vision for all types of situations. In some clinical situations, GP lenses actually represent a superior choice over soft lenses.