An Introduction To Contact Lenses

When someone comes to see us for contacts, they often ask how they work. Contact lenses are small, round objects that sit directly on top of a person’s eyes. Contact lenses bend light as it enters the eye to ensure light focuses on the retina exactly as it should. This improves the clarity of someone’s vision, allowing them to see clearly.

What Is The Difference Between A Regular Eye Exam And A Contact Lens Exam?

It is important for people to note that a contact lens exam is not the same as a regular eye exam. Regular eye exams are a critical part of helping someone maintain his or her overall eye health. The eye doctor is going to check for signs of serious health conditions, such as glaucoma. The eye doctor is also going to check the sharpness and clarity of someone’s vision. It is often at these visits that a doctor realizes someone needs glasses or contacts.

At a contact lens exam, the eye doctor is going to perform specialized tests to make sure that someone is a candidate for regular contacts. The doctor might also check to make sure someone has enough tears to wear contacts comfortably.

What To Expect At A Contact Lens Exam

When someone arrives for a contact lens exam, the eye doctor is going to perform a few special tests to take a look at the surface of someone’s eyes. This is done to determine which size contacts someone needs. Then, the doctor is going to evaluate the film of tears on top of someone’s eyes to make sure the eyes aren’t too dry. Finally, the eye doctor will provide the patient with a prescription for the right contacts.

We also work with Specialty Contact Lens:
* RGP
* Bifocal Lenses
* Dream Lens
* Kerasoft
* Keratoconic Contact Lens
* AKS (Keratoconus)
​​​​​​​* Scleral Lenses

For more information on scleral contact lenses: https://sclerallens.org/

Click below for an insertion and removal training on scleral contacts:
https://sclerallens.org/for-patients-2/patient-videos/
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Contact Us Today To Learn More!

At Premier Eye Care, it is our honor to serve the local individuals and families of Fort Worth. We are proud to provide the latest in technology when it comes to contact lenses and glasses. Our compassionate eye doctor is here to help you with all of your eye care needs. If you are looking for a caring eye doctor in the local area, then call us today at (817) 428-2020 to make an appointment! We can't wait to meet you!

​​​​​​​To order Contact Lenses, Click HERE