Alcon Canada Launches New TOTAL Toric Lenses for Astigmatic Patients

Wednesday, February 8 2023 | 13 h 41 min | News, OptikTech

Alcon announced the Canadian launch of TOTAL30^® for Astigmatism and DAILIES TOTAL1^® for Astigmatism. This launch extends Alcon’s portfolio of reusable and daily disposable lenses, with high-performing options designed for astigmatic patients.

Estimates show that toric lenses – for astigmatic correction – is the fastest growing segment of the contact lens market,presenting an opportunity for eye care professionals to provide outstanding vision correction and patient experience. Though 47% of patients require astigmatic correction, studies show only 10% of them wear toric lenses.

“We’re proud to bring TOTAL30 for Astigmatism contact lenses to Canada, alongside DAILIES TOTAL1 for Astigmatism lenses which have been tremendously successful in other markets,” said Chris Gruhn, General Manager of Alcon Canada. “These eagerly anticipated innovations will provide astigmatic patients with stable vision and outstanding overall comfort, delivering on our purpose to help people see brilliantly.” 

Studies show toric lens wearers experience more discomfort compared to sphere lens wearers (42% vs. 35%) and end-of-day dryness (35% vs. 26%).Featuring Alcon’s proprietary Water Gradient material, the new TOTAL toric lenses address these concerns, with a lens that is nearly 100% water at its surface so all that touches the eye is a gentle cushion of moisture.

These innovations also feature other proprietary technologies from Alcon designed to help provide patients with the ultimate wearing experience:

• The PRECISION BALANCE 8|4^® lens design provides the on-eye stability astigmatic contact lens wearers need for exceptionally clear and stable vision.
• The reusable, Water Gradient design of TOTAL30 for Astigmatism features biomimetic CELLIGENT™ Technology, which helps resist bacteria and lipid deposits for a clean lens all month long.
• DAILIES TOTAL1 for Astigmatism features SmarTears^® Technology,whichreleases an ingredient found naturally in tears that helps to stabilize the lipid layer of the tear film.

Click HERE for the full press release.