Contact Lenses Exam & Fitting

Every pair of eyes is unique — and so are the contact lenses that suit them best. While most people have normal shaped corneas, some have irregularities that can make standard lenses uncomfortable. Others may benefit from specialized lenses designed to address conditions such as dry eyes, astigmatism, or presbyopia. That’s why finding the right fit starts with a personalized contact lens exam.

During your visit, we’ll take the time to evaluate your eye health, measure your vision, and talk about your daily activities and lifestyle. Whether you spend hours on a computer, play sports, or simply want clear, comfortable vision all day long, our doctor will recommend the best contact lenses for your needs.
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With today’s advanced contact lens technology, there are more comfortable and convenient options than ever — helping you see clearly, feel great, and enjoy every moment with confidence.

Contact Lens Exam Overview

A contact lens exam helps make sure your eyes are healthy enough for contact lenses and that your contact lenses fit correctly, giving you clear and comfortable vision without compromising eye health.

It begins with a comprehensive eye exam to check your overall vision and eye health, including glasses prescription and measurement of your cornea to determine the curvature and size of your contact lens. When our optometrist confirms that you’re a good candidate for contacts then they will proceed with the contact fitting process. Our doctor will review your vision goals and lifestyle preferences to select contact lenses that provide the optimal balance of comfort and performance.

You’ll be fitted with trial lenses to assess both comfort and visual clarity. Some adjustments may be needed to find the perfect fit, which could include trying different lens types. After wearing your trial lenses for about a week, if your vision and comfort feel just right, we can finalize your contact lens prescription that same day. If things aren’t quite perfect, we’ll schedule a follow-up visit to make any necessary adjustments and ensure your lenses fit well, feel comfortable, and provide clear vision in your everyday life.

If you experience any discomfort, severe redness or irritation while wearing your contact lenses, remove them and contact our office promptly. Our team will assess the issue and make any necessary adjustments to your prescription or fit.

Specialty Contact Lenses

As the name suggests, specialty contact lenses are uniquely designed for individuals who may not be good candidates for standard contact lenses. Below are some of the main types of specialty lenses and the conditions or situations they are best suited for.

Who Might Be A Good Candidate for Specialty Contact Lenses?
Some patients may benefit from specialty contact lenses if they have:
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• Dry eye syndrome
• Sensitivity or intolerance to standard contact lenses
• Independence from glasses and contacts during the day but yet still have functional vision
• High astigmatism - irregular shape of cornea or lens in the eye
• Corneal scarring
• A history of eye injury
• Keratoconus - a condition that causes the cornea to thin and bulge outward
• Strabismus - a condition where one eye turns in or out relative to the other
• Peripheral corneal thinning disorders
• High anisometropia - big prescription difference between the 2 eyes
• Aphakia - condition of having no lens in one or both eyes
• Post refractive surgery ectasia - irregular cornea after LASIK or PRK causing severe distortion with glasses

Your eye doctor can assess whether specialty contact lenses are needed and, if so, recommend the most suitable option based on your unique vision and eye health.

Rigid Gas-Permeable Lenses

Also known as RGP lenses, these contacts are made from a special material that allows oxygen to pass through to the surface of the eye. This oxygen flow helps keep the eyes healthy, hydrated, and comfortable—especially for those who experience dry eyes.

Dry eye is more than just a symptom; it’s a condition that can cause dryness, irritation, blurred vision, and eye fatigue. Because RGP lenses are firmer than soft lenses, they stay stable on the eye and provide sharper, more consistent vision. Their rigidity also helps the cornea maintain its natural shape, which can be beneficial for certain corneal irregularities.

Scleral Contact Lenses

Scleral contact lenses differ significantly from standard contact lenses. They are much larger in diameter and come in various sizes to meet individual needs. Unlike regular lenses that rest directly on the cornea, scleral lenses rest on the white part of the eye (the sclera) and cups over the cornea, creating a small gap between the lens and the eye’s surface.

This unique design makes scleral lenses an excellent option for patients with dry eyes or corneal irregularities. The space beneath the lens holds a layer of tear film that keeps the eyes hydrated and comfortable, while also accommodating irregular corneal shapes, such as the bulging seen in keratoconus.

Revive Contact Lenses

It is highly customizable soft contact lenses made from a material that helps resist protein buildup, allowing for comfortable daily wear for up to three months. Options include spherical, toric, multifocal, and multifocal toric designs. These lenses are ideal for patients who:
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• Have high prescriptions (strong nearsightedness, farsightedness) that aren’t well served by conventional contact lenses.
• Need correction for astigmatism, especially higher amounts where lens orientation and stability are important [B+L Launches Revive Custom Soft Contact Lenses].
• Are presbyopic — a common, age-related change that makes it harder to focus on things up close — and might need multifocal lenses or a combination of multifocal and astigmatism correction to see clearly at all distances
• Have unusual eye dimensions — e.g. very small or large corneas, non-standard pupil sizes — so that lens diameter/base curve flexibility is key. Revive allows customization so these patients can achieve a good fit.