Has RGP fitting become the new ‘rocket science?’

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Over recent years I appear to be fitting less and less rigid gas permeable lenses in the GOS.  At a recent gathering, some friends were even debating whether or not GP lens fitting should now become a ‘specialist service’ only to be provided by practitioners who manage to demonstrate the experience. After all, with dwindling [...]

Christine Astin’s Guide to Basic RGP Fitting

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In time for the third quarter assessments, Christine Astin’s article on RGP fitting has been revamped for you to use and share.  thank you Christine! Three main areas should be considered: Initial data gathering Lens Fit Analysis Ordering of the rigid gas permeable (RGP) lens. 1.  Initial data gathering: Recent routine refraction – note the [...]

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