Contact Lens Examination
Contact lenses are a good options for patients wanting to use corrective lenses while doing outdoor activities and sports. They offer a larger field of vision since there is no restriction to the peripheral vision of the patient.
Contact lenses are considered medical devices and require separate fitting exams and prescriptions. Because contacts sit directly on the eye, glasses prescriptions may not always work for a contact lens prescription. We provide an extensive teaching session to learn how to put contacts lenses in and out of the eye and how to properly care for and clean them.
What do I need to do if I want to get contact lenses?
Our doctors will assess any patient wishing to get contact lenses based on their needs and prescription to see which type of contact lenses would give the best results. We would perform a special contact lenses exam to determine what is best for our patient. This exam also allows patients to try multiple different contact brands to see which one they prefer in terms of comfort. You can contact us anytime to discuss contact lenses or to book an exam.
Are contact lenses safe to wear all the time?
We do not recommend wearing contact lenses all the time. To prevent eye infections and inflammations, we recommend wearing your contact lenses 4-5 days a week for approx. 7-8 hours daily. This gives your eyes 2-3 days off to recover and to allow more oxygen to the eye. Contact lenses are a great option but if not carefully worn can and will cause significant vision and eye health issues. We can help assess if your eyes are still healthy to wear contact lenses and if any changes need to be made.