Contact Lens Exam in Pembroke Pines

If you wear contact lenses or plan to wear contact lenses, then you will need a contact lens exam in Pembroke Pines. We will evaluate your eye health and vision and ask about your lifestyle and hobbies, ensuring we recommend the right contact lens for your eye health, vision, and lifestyle. There are many exciting options now for astigmatism, presbyopia, and more.  

What is a Contact Lens Exam? 

During a contact lens exam in Pembroke Pines, our optometrist will evaluate the size and shape of your eye to find a lens that fits your eye properly. We will also check for any eye health issues that could affect your comfort while wearing contact lenses.  

Specifically, a contact lens exam will include:  

• Our optometrist will measure your cornea to determine the curvature and size of your contact lens. Astigmatism may require you to wear a toric lens (a special type of lens that counteracts flaws on the surface). 
• During your contact lens exam, our optometrist will measure the size of your pupils to find contacts that fit best on your eyes. 
• We also evaluate the tear film to determine if you have a condition known as dry eye.  

Once these tests are complete, your eye doctor will likely recommend a specific type (or modality) of contact lens based on your eye health and vision needs. They may ask you to try on several different brands of contacts to determine which ones feel most comfortable.  

After finding contact lenses that fit properly, are comfortable, and provide proper vision, your optometrist will provide you with your contact lens prescription.  

This prescription will designate contact lens power, a base curve (a shape matching the curvature of your eye), and diameter. 

Why Do I Need a Separate Exam for Contact Lenses? 

If you plan to wear contact lenses, you’ll need a separate eye exam because contact lenses are classified as medical devices. That means you need a contact lens prescription to wear them.  

If you currently wear or plan to wear contact lenses, let us know when you schedule an appointment for your comprehensive eye exam, so we can perform the contact lens exam during your appointment.  

Are You A Candidate for Scleral Lenses?

Do you struggle with dry, irritated eyes while wearing contacts? Is your vision frequently blurry? Scleral lenses could be right for you!

Contact Lens Exam Follow-Up Visit  

Your optometrist may ask you to schedule an additional appointment so that we can assess whether your contact lenses are a good fit. We will also see if your eyes are properly adjusting to the contact lenses.

If you’re ready to get started with contacts or need an updated prescription, schedule a contact lens exam in Pembroke Pines today.