Contact Lens Fitting & Evaluation
If you wear or want contacts, you need a contact lens exam in addition to a comprehensive eye exam. Your eye doctor will perform special tests during a contact lens exam to evaluate your vision with contacts. The first test will measure your eye surface to determine what size and type of contacts are best for you. Your doctor may also do a tear film evaluation to make sure you have enough tears to comfortably wear contacts.
With the results of those tests, your eye doctor can provide a contact lens prescription that is the right fit for your eyes. An eyeglass prescription is no substitute for a contact lens exam because the two are very different. An eyeglass prescription measures for lenses that are positioned approximately 12 millimeters from your eyes; whereas a contact lens prescription measures for lenses that sit directly on the surface the eye. Improper fitting or prescription of contacts can damage the health of the eyes.
Once you have the correct fit and prescription for contacts, you’ll need to decide whether you want disposable contacts or extended wear and if you want your contacts to be colored.
Your doctor will fit you with a trial pair of contacts and have you wear them for a few days. In about a week, you’ll need a follow-up exam to make sure you have adjusted to your new lenses.
Whether you wear glasses or contacts, it’s a good idea to get a yearly eye exam to see if you have new or existing vision problems and if you need vision correction.
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Contact lenses are medical devices that can cause serious consequences, such as infection, inflammation, permanent damage, and loss of vision if not fit and taken care of properly. Examining a contact lens patient takes additional time and expertise. Therefore, there are extra charges for contact lens examinations that patients without contact lenses do not pay. The doctor will determine the contact lens examination fees, which are due at the time of fitting and are non-refundable.
Eye examinations for contact lenses include special testing and measurements typically not performed during routine eye examinations but are provided at an additional charge. During your examination, a refraction (measuring your eyeglass prescription) is necessary for any contact lens evaluation, refitting, or fitting services. Fitting fees cover additional follow-up visits for up to 90 days, if necessary. For new contact lens patients, you will be instructed on proper insertion, removal, and care for your
contact lenses. A set of trial contact lenses to wear for the next few weeks will be provided. A follow-up appointment may be required for us to finalize your prescription.
Contact lens prescriptions are valid for only one year and require a yearly evaluation to renew them, even if there has been no change. This is to ensure that the lenses are still properly fitting, make any adjustments if needed, and protect your eyes' health. At your yearly contact lens examination, please wear your lenses at least two hours before the visit.
Contact lens fitting fees do not include a supply of contact lenses. Our office will provide you with your prescription and will be happy to order the contact lens supply for your continued wear.
The prices of contact lenses will vary depending on lens type and prescription. Some contact lenses are unavailable as complementary trial lenses and may require prior purchase. Your order of contact lenses must be paid in full at the time of dispensing once the fitting is completed. If changes are made in contact lens parameters, soft contact lens boxes that are unopened, in good condition, and within the expiration date may be exchanged or credited at the discretion of the doctor. Rigid contact lenses can be returned within 30 days for credit.
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