Year Invented - 1959
Inventor - Otto Wichterle (Czech chemist)
Function - Corrects vision by refocusing light onto the retina, while providing stable, yet comfortable flexibility for the wearer.
Details - Made out of soft, water-absorbing and/or silicone hydrogel, which is promotes eye health. Known to be less durable (typically replaced on a daily, bi-weekly, or monthly basis), but requires little upkeep and a shoter intial adjustment period.
Soft contact lenses have a flexible, malleable shape.
Photo Creds: 1-800-Contacts