One of the most important roles an optometrist plays in caring for their patients' vision is the contact lens fitting process. Getting the right prescription, a comfortable feel, and the most out of your contact lenses begins with proper contact lens fittings and your eye doctor. If you need contact lenses or are considering switching to contacts, we can help. At Family Vision Clinic Farmington, we provide the Farmington and Lakeville, MN communities with professional, friendly, and experienced eye care services for the entire family.
Your Contact Lens Fittings Session
Many people benefit from the advantages that contact lenses can offer, but if you wear glasses or are new to wearing or needing contact lenses, a contact lens fitting session will be required. The good news is our eye doctor at Family Vision Clinic Farmington can help, regardless of what type of vision care you need.
If you are getting a prescription and fitted for contacts at Family Vision Clinic Farmington, your contact lens fitting session will involve several aspects of measurement, sizing, and effectiveness. This typically includes processes like measuring the surface of your eye for curvature. These measurements will help the optometrist accurately match the right contact lens to the shape of your eyes.
During the fitting, the optometrist will also assess your tear film to ensure that your eyes produce enough tears to keep the lenses comfortable. This step is crucial, especially if you have dry eyes, as it determines the best type of contact lens for your condition. Additionally, the optometrist will discuss your lifestyle and daily activities to recommend the most suitable contact lenses, whether they be daily disposables, bi-weekly, monthly, or specialized lenses for astigmatism or other vision issues.
Learning to Use Your New Contact Lenses
For those new to wearing contacts, the fitting session will also include a tutorial on how to insert, remove, and care for your lenses. Proper hygiene and handling are essential to avoid infections and ensure the longevity of your contact lenses. Our team will provide you with all the necessary information and support to help you transition smoothly to wearing contacts.
Contact Family Vision Clinic Farmington for Your Contact Lenses
These are a few of the painless and typical steps you will experience during your contact lens fitting. And if you are new to wearing contacts, that's okay, because our team at Family Vision Clinic Farmington will help you learn how to care for, get used to, and properly wear your new contact lenses.
If you live in or around the Farmington or Lakeville, MN areas and are looking for contact lenses near you or have questions about contact lens fittings, we can help. Our experienced optometry team at Family Vision Clinic Farmington invites you to bring the whole family in for all your eye care needs. Contact us to find out more and schedule an appointment for the eye and vision care you and your family need and deserve today at Family Vision Clinic Farmington.