Contact Lenses
Whether you are considering wearing contact lenses for the first time, or if you are looking to improve your current lenses, we specialize in maximizing your comfort and vision.
We fit contact lenses for every type of person and lifestyle. We prescribe contacts for patients with astigmatism, bifocals and dry eyes. We also design contact lenses to decrease myopia and astigmatism non-surgically.
Daily disposable contact lenses are the ultimate in convenience. They are disposable so there is no need to clean them after they are worn. Disposable contact lenses are also healthier for the eyes.
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions:
What is the best lens for me?
The doctor will determine which lens design is best for you. This decision is based on several factors including: your prescription, the curvature of the eye, dry eyes, visual demands at work and lifestyle.
Will I be able to see as well as I do with my glasses?
Yes, and in most cases, you may see as well or better than with glasses. Patients often tell us that they see more accurately with contact lenses because the lenses act as if they are part of your natural eyes.
If I couldn't wear contacts before, can I wear them now?
Very few patients are unable to wear contact lenses because there are so many different types of lenses to choose from. Technology has continually improved the quality of lenses, so patients with astigmatism and bifocals can now wear contacts.
Are Contact Lenses healthy for my eyes?
Yes, contact lenses are healthy to wear and require very little maintenance. Daily disposable contact lenses are the ultimate in health and convenience.
Do colored contact lenses look natural?
Yes, new contact lens designs look extremely natural. Many actresses and models wear colored contact lenses and you can't even tell!
Why are hard or gas permeable (GP) contact lenses better for some patients?
Patients with very dry eyes, high amounts of astigmatism can benefit from wearing GP contacts. GPs can also act as retainers to keep a patient from becoming too nearsighted.
At what age can my child start wearing contacts?
A child can begin wearing contact lenses at any age; however, a child is ready to wear lenses when the parents decide that their child is responsible enough to personally care for the lenses. Please also read "Contact Lenses for Children"
Is it safe to wear contacts while playing sports? While swimming or scuba diving?
It is safe to wear contacts for all sports. In fact, contact lens wear can enhance your athletic performance because you will see more clearly, your depth perception will be more accurate and the contact lenses don't fog up, or slide down your nose like glasses will.
We recommend wearing safety glasses with shatter resistant polycarbonate lenses over your contact lenses.
If I have astigmatism, will I be able to see well with contacts?
Yes, some patients even see better with contacts than their glasses. Gas permeable contact lenses can even decrease your astigmatism by "smoothing" out the cornea, or front surface of your eye.
Now we even have disposable contact lenses for astigmatism.
If I wear bifocal glasses, will I be able to read through my contacts?
There are several options for bifocal wearers: new disposable progressive lenses, monovision or wearing reading glasses over your contacts. Our patients who successfully wear multifocal contact lenses have told us that it is "liberating" to wear contact lenses.
Can contact lenses decrease my myopia and astigmatism without surgery?
Yes, specially designed lenses called Orthokeratology, or Ortho K, can reshape your cornea without surgery. This is an excellent option for low to moderate myopia in children and adults.