Contact Lenses in Keighley | Airedale Opticians

At Airedale Opticians, we believe everyone deserves clear, comfortable vision with complete freedom. Whether you’re new to contact lenses or need a specialist fit, our experienced optometrists in Keighley will help you find the perfect lenses for your eyes, lifestyle, and prescription.

Soft Contact Lenses

Soft lenses are the most popular and comfortable option. Made from flexible, gel-like materials containing up to 75% water, they allow oxygen to reach your eyes easily.

Benefits:

• Ideal for first-time wearers

• Quick and easy to adapt to

• Require proper cleaning and care for healthy wear

These lenses provide natural comfort and suit most prescriptions.

Disposable Contact Lenses

Enjoy the convenience of fresh lenses as often as you like — daily, weekly, fortnightly, or monthly. Modern disposable lenses use advanced materials that allow excellent oxygen flow for healthy, comfortable eyes.

Suitable for:

• Short-sightedness (myopia)

• Long-sightedness (hyperopia)

• Astigmatism

• Presbyopia (reading vision)

Disposable lenses are a great choice for anyone seeking comfort, hygiene, and flexibility.

Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lenses

RGP lenses are made from semi-rigid materials that allow high oxygen transmission to the cornea. They rest on a thin layer of tears and move slightly when you blink, giving crisp, stable vision.

Why choose RGPs:

• Sharp, long-lasting vision

• Excellent for astigmatism or irregular corneas

• Durable and easy to handle

Although they take a little longer to get used to, most wearers find them very comfortable once adapted.

Ortho-K (Overnight Vision Correction)

Orthokeratology, or Ortho-K, is a non-surgical, reversible vision correction treatment. Specially designed RGP lenses are worn overnight to gently reshape the cornea, providing clear vision all day — with no need for glasses or daytime lenses.

Perfect for:

• Mild to moderate short-sightedness

• Adults and children wanting freedom from daytime lenses

Safe, convenient, and effective — Ortho-K is the future of vision correction.

Scleral Contact Lenses

Scleral lenses are larger versions of RGPs that vault over the cornea and rest gently on the white of the eye (the sclera). A layer of tear fluid sits beneath the lens, offering exceptional comfort.

Best for:

• Dry eye sufferers

• Irregular corneas or high prescriptions (e.g Kerataconus)

Hybrid Contact Lenses

Hybrid lenses combine the clarity of an RGP lens with the comfort of a soft lens. The centre is rigid for sharp, clear sight, while the surrounding soft skirt adds stability and comfort.
They’re ideal for patients seeking premium vision and all-day comfort.

Toric Contact Lenses (for Astigmatism)

Toric lenses are designed specifically to correct astigmatism. They maintain their position perfectly on the eye, giving consistent, clear vision.
Available as RGP, soft, or disposable lenses — we’ll help you choose the best option for your eyes.

Multifocal Contact Lenses

As we age, near vision can become more challenging. Multifocal lenses correct both near and distance vision seamlessly — perfect for reading, computer work, and driving.

At Airedale Opticians, over half of our new lens fittings are multifocals because they offer a natural, glasses-free experience.

Extended Wear Lenses

Thanks to advanced silicone hydrogel technology, certain contact lenses can now be worn overnight or even continuously for up to 30 days.
These lenses offer ultimate convenience but must be carefully managed with professional advice to stay safe and healthy.

Contact Lenses for Children

Many children adapt brilliantly to contact lenses — gaining confidence at school, in sports, and on stage. We don’t set a lower age limit; instead, we assess each child individually to ensure they’re ready and supported.

Our friendly team makes children’s lens fittings safe, positive, and enjoyable.

Coloured Contact Lenses

Enhance or completely change your natural eye colour with tinted contact lenses.
They look stunning, feel just as comfortable as regular lenses, and are available in most prescriptions and replacement schedules. Perfect for everyday wear or special occasions.

Book Your Contact Lens Consultation

Whether you’re after all-day comfort, freedom from glasses, or innovative options like Ortho-K, our specialists at Airedale Opticians in Keighley will find the perfect solution for your eyes.

Call us today or book online to experience clear, comfortable, and confident vision with contact lenses tailored just for you.