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Michael J. Wojciak, O.D.

U.S.
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returns 07/20/2012
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I am an Optometrist with 25 yrs experience. I currently practice primary eye care in Joliet and Schaumburg, Illinois. I specialize in all types of contact lenses. Please forward appropriate questions pertaining to eye exams, glasses or contact lenses only. I will always attempt to be as "specific" as I can on my answers. This is often difficult when the questions do not provide enough information or visual presentation is needed. ***I will reject any question involving self-prescribing of contact lenses or involving contact lens measurements/comparisons (such as changing base curves, measurement comparisons between brands etc). Contact lenses are a medical device and need to be properly fit by your Doctor. Also in respect for patient privacy, I will not answer third party questions, unless a parent or guardian is asking a question about their child.*** I appreciate your confidence.

Experience in the area

Education/Credentials: B.S. Biology/Pre-Professional Studies, University Of Notre Dame, 1982. B.S.V.S. Visual Science, Illinois College Of Optometry, 1984. Doctor Of Optometry, Illinois College Of Optometry, 1986. Therapeutic Certification, Illinois College Of Optometry, 1996.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:

The new silicon-hydrogel lenses are potentially the best contact lenses available to date. They transmit much more oxygen to the eye. The fitting, measurements and performance of these lenses can not be compared to outdated material/conventional lenses.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject

I have had so many questions where patients get hung up and obsessed with their contact lens "base curve" measurement. You can not compare one brands "8.6 base curve" to the next brands "8.6 base curve". Often when a Doctor switches contact lens brands, the base curve readings will be changed. This is OK; and it happens all the time.

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Recent Answers from Michael J. Wojciak, O.D.

2011-07-22 Flat cornea's and contact lenses:

Hi,  Without specific measurements, I can not give you a specific answer.  Many companies like Acuvue and Cooper make lenses which may fit flatter corneas.  Acuvue Oasys is an excellent lens.  Only the

2010-11-05 improved vision:

The one thing you did not present is your actually glasses Rx.  Most of the time a drop in myopia (nearsightedness) is due to a drop or lowering of the blood sugar.  People who are diabetic and start taking

2010-08-15 Eyes:

Hi,  Blinx is actually a very thin drop.  If they were blurring your vision after an hour, I may be concerned about a more serious issue with your eyes.    I recommend Soothe by B&L to most of my patients

2010-08-14 contact vs eyeglass rx:

Hi,  You would need to ask your Dr. why they did not fit you with bifocal gas perm contacts.  Usually, bifocal contact lenses do not provide adequate vision for most patients who try them.  As far as which

2009-09-29 cancer/eye concerns:

First, you need to see a qualified eye care professional who has the expertise and equipment to examine you.  Mucous in the eyes is usually due to allergy and watering is usually due to some sort of irritation

 

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