Are toric lenses available in multifocal lens designs?

Toric lenses are designed to correct astigmatism by having different powers in different meridians. While toric lenses primarily address astigmatism, multifocal lenses are specifically crafted to provide multiple focal points to assist with presbyopia, allowing for clear vision at varying distances.

The correct answer reflects the fact that traditional toric lenses typically do not incorporate multifocal elements, thus leaving them to be primarily focused on astigmatism correction. However, advancements in lens technology have led to the development of toric multifocal lenses, although these are less common.

Exploring the incorrect alternatives helps clarify this distinction. The option stating that toric lenses are always multifocal is misleading because it fails to acknowledge that not all toric lenses integrate multifocal designs. Claiming that toric lenses only come in RGP (rigid gas permeable) lenses is also inaccurate, as toric designs are available in both soft and RGP formats. Lastly, suggesting that toric lenses are only available as soft contact lenses overlooks the fact that they can also be produced in other formats, including gas permeable. Thus, it’s clear that while advancements exist, the statement in the question holds validity concerning conventional options available.