Contact Lens Exams

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Contact Lens Exams can help free you from wearing glasses all day, every day. There are many different types of contact lens now, from daily to weekly and more.

Contact lenses are an excellent alternative for people who don’t want to wear glasses every day. Maybe you want to go for a run without spectacles slipping down your nose, or rain/snow splashing on your lenses and fogging them up.

Whatever it is, we can help you make the switch to contact lenses.

They are a medical device, and they need to be prescribed by an optometrist.

Before we write a prescription for contact lenses, we need to examine your eyes and make sure you’re a good candidate for this kind of vision correction. Recurring allergies, or blepharitis may rule you out of safe and comfortable contact lens use.

Contact lenses are thin lenses placed directly on the surface of the eyes. They are used for vision correction or for cosmetic or therapeutic reasons.

Types of Contact Lenses

  1. Soft Contact Lenses: Made from gel-like, water-containing plastics called hydrogels, these lenses are very thin and flexible. They conform to the shape of the eye.
  1. Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Contact Lenses: These are more durable and resistant to deposit buildup. They allow oxygen to pass through to the eye and generally offer sharper vision.
  1. Extended Wear Contact Lenses: These can be worn overnight or for extended periods without removal, typically up to 30 days.
  1. Disposable Contact Lenses: Designed to be worn for a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly) and then discarded.
  1. Toric Contact Lenses: Specifically designed for people with astigmatism.
  1. Multifocal Contact Lenses: Designed for people with presbyopia, these lenses have multiple zones of vision correction.
  1. Cosmetic Contact Lenses: These change the appearance of the eyes and can be used for aesthetic purposes without vision correction.
  2. Scleral Lenses: Scleral lenses help with dry eye and certain eye conditions.
  3. Myopia Control:  Speciality contacts that slow the progression of nearsightedness.

Benefits of Contact Lenses

  • Provide a wider field of vision compared to glasses
  • Don’t fog up or get splattered by rain
  • Can be used while playing sports or other physical activities
  • Offer more natural vision correction

Risks

  • Eye infections if not used properly
  • Discomfort
  • Allergic reactions

If you are considering contact lenses, it’s important to consult with us to determine the best type for your needs and to receive proper instructions on how to use and care for them.

Contact us if you have any questions, or book an appointment to see us.