Advances in contact lens
design and materials have made them a clear, comfortable
option for many people requiring vision correction. Our
office has extensive training and experience in fitting
most popular styles of contact lenses, including:
Rigid, gas permeable lenses
Soft lenses - daily, 2-week and extended wear
Toric lenses (for astigmatism)
Multifocal
Fashion Color Lenses
Federal law requires annual eye
exams for renewal of contact lens prescriptions. There
are many reasons for this law, but the most important
is to evaluate the eye for potential problems and correct
any misuse or abuse of contact lens wear. Dirty, worn
out lenses, dirty cases, improper lens care and over-wear
of lenses can all lead to discomfort and dryness. Dry
or damaged lenses may cause micro-corneal abrasions
that can lead to possible infections that are painful
and potentially sight-threatening. Contact lens abuse
also deprives the cornea of oxygen and leads to rapid
deterioration of its innermost layer. Cells lost there
cannot be replaced and, when too many are lost, vision
can be permanently reduced.
