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toric

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tor·ic  (tôrk, tr-)
adj.
Of, relating to, or shaped like a torus or part of a torus.

toric [ˈtɒrɪk]
adj
of, relating to, or having the form of a torus


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For astigmatism, Toric lenses are needed, and they can be had both as RGP and soft contacts.
Toric Lenses Toric lenses are designed to have the effect of a cylindrical lens, usually in combination with the effect of a spherical lens.
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