Biofinity Toric - Parameters and Specs

Biofinity Toric is a silicone hydrogel based contact lens developed by CooperVision. Introduced in March 2009, it features Aquaform Technology and a proprietary Optimized Toric Lens Geometry which provides a constant horizontal thickness across the ballast area for better lens stability and reduced rotation. Biofinity Toric contact lenses are made of Comfilcon A with 48% water and an oxygen transmissibility value of 116 Dk/t.

Highlights and Features

High oxygen transmissibility for healthier eyes
Soft and moist lens material minimizes deposits and provides excellent all-day comfort
Round lens edge for more comfort
Optimized ballast design for improved alignment with your eye
Approved for daily wear and extended overnight wear based on your eye doc's instructions
No internal wetting agent – no surface treatment
A 30% lower contact angle compared to other lenses (such as Air Optix) increases wettability

Who should consider Biofinity Toric?

Patients with astigmatism who experience discomfort due to dryness when wearing contact lenses and are looking for outstanding comfort
People who are looking for breathable monthly lenses for healthy and extended overnight wear
People that want to sleep with their lenses in
People who want healthy looking eyes
People who gave up on wearing contact lenses due to discomfort such as dry and itchy eyes

Awards

2015 EyeVote Reader's Choice Award - Favorite Toric Contact Lens: Biofinity Toric

Clinical Studies

Clinical Performance of Biofinity Toric Versus Air Optix for Astigmatism
by CooperVision Inc.
U.S. National Library of Medicine - November 10, 2014

References

FDA Premarket Approval - Biofinity, Biofinity Toric and Biofinity Multifocal
FDA Medical Devices Database, November 2008

Biofinity Toric - Spec Sheet and Parameters

	Biofinity Toric
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Manufacturer	CooperVision, Inc. part of The Cooper Companies Inc.
Release Date	March 2009
Prescription Parameters
Replacement Schedule	Monthly
Wearing Details	Daily wear or up to 6 nights or 7 days extended wear
Available Sphere Powers	+8.00D to -10.00D (in 0.50 steps after +-6.00D)
Available Cylinders	-0.75D, -1.25D, -1.75D and -2.25D
Available Axes	from 10° to 180° in 10° steps
Available Base Curves	8.7 mm
Available Diameters	14.5 mm
Technical Parameters
FDA Group	V-C
Lens Material	Silicone hydrogel (Comfilcon A)
Lens Type	Aspherical
Wetting Agent	None
% of Material	52%
% of Water	48%
Center Thickness	0.08 mm
Oxygen Transmission	116 Dk/t
Modulus	0.75 MPa
Other Features
Special Features	- Aquaform® Technology - Optimized Lens Geometry - No wetting agent, no surface treatment
UV Blocking	No
Dynamic Light Absorption	No
Visibility Tint	Yes (Sofblue®)
Inside-out Mark	No
Packaging, Pricing and Offers
Packaging Details	6 lenses per box, immersed in buffered 0.83% saline
Price Range	$49 - $60
Cost per Day	$0.27 - $0.33
Special Offers - U.S.
Special Offers - Canada