Evaluation
Prior to prescribing contact lenses, the optometrist determines what level of vision correction you require. Refractive error (commonly known as nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism depending on the error) is evaluated by measuring how the eyes focus when a series of different lenses are placed in front of them. An optometrist may use either a phoropter or an automated instrument to take these measurements.
Corrective Lenses
After determining the level of refractive error, the doctors work with you to determine whether contact lenses or glasses are best for your lifestyle. If you suffer from certain conditions, such as dry eye or allergies, glasses may be the most comfortable corrective solution. Contact lenses are available in either soft or rigid gas permeable form. Contact lenses need to be changed daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, depending on what type of lens you select. Specialized contact lenses, such as bifocal contact lenses, are also available for patients with special eye conditions.
Scleral Lenses
Advances in contact lens technology have created great options for irregular astigmatism, keratoconus and numerous corneal conditions. Scleral contacts are large-diameter gas permeable lenses specially designed to vault over the entire corneal surface and rest on the white part of the eye, the sclera. In doing so, scleral lenses functionally replace the irregular cornea with a perfectly smooth optical surface to correct vision problems caused by keratoconus and other corneal irregularities. During your contact lens exam and fitting, your eye care professional will determine the best scleral lens type and size for your specific needs.
MiSight
The first and only FDA approved, daily disposable soft contact lens for myopia control in age-appropriate children. Proven to slow the progression of myopia in children aged 8-12 at initiation treatment.