Our optometrist prescribes contact lenses for a variety of conditions, including short-sightedness, long-sightedness, and cataracts. The lenses can help you see more clearly and comfortably. If you need contact lenses, visit Assure Vision in Arlington Heights or Barrington, IL, for comprehensive care and assistance. Our optometrist will carefully examine your eyes and advise you the lenses that would be best for your specific needs.
What Are Contact Lenses?
Contact lenses are thin, curved plastic lenses that are placed directly in your eye to improve vision. The lenses are naturally clear and soft in order to cover your eye and provide sharper vision without causing any discomfort.
Prescription contact lenses come in many types and are broadly classified by the eye condition they treat and the age of the person wearing them. Our optometrist will measure your eye and recommend the ideal lens. In addition, we will also determine how long you will wear the contact lenses.
Contact Lens Exam
An eye exam is performed to determine if you will need contact lenses. If you have any vision problems and visit our optometrist, we will conduct the exam and let you know if you need vision correction. eyes need a visual correction. Our optometrist may ask about your lifestyle to decide which lenses would work best for you.
Some tests we perform before prescribing contact lenses include:
- Measure cornea and curvature size to help choose the right contact lenses shape
- Evaluate tear film to determine if you have dry eyes
- Measure pupil size to help choose the ideal contact lens shape
A contact lens exam should last less than one hour unless you have an underlying health issue. Also, our eye doctor may schedule future follow-up exams to monitor your vision while you wear the contact lenses.
Is There Any Risk in Wearing Contact Lenses?
Contact lenses are safe for use, but you can sometimes experience a little discomfort since they are foreign objects. You should visit our optometrist immediately if you notice any side effects like vision change, eye pain, and redness. We will provide you with instructions on how to clean and maintain your contacts to minimize the risk of side effects.
Contact us for Treatment Today
If you are considering contact lenses, our team at Assure Vision in Arlington Heights and Barrington, IL, can help. We offer comprehensive eye care services to provide you with the necessary treatment Ent and improve your vision. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with our optometrist.
