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Contact Lenses

What are scleral contact lenses?

June 9, 2017

Scleral lenses are larger diameter rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses that offer great comfort and vision. Before scleral lenses were readily available, we fit primarily two different types of [...]

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Can I buy contact lenses at your office?

November 17, 2016

Yes! We are happy to sell you your contacts and appreciate your business. We offer competitive pricing and online ordering services. We see that you receive your exact Rx – No substitutes! You [...]

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How about extended wear contacts?

November 17, 2016

Newer contact lens materials are safer for extended wear than many used in the past; we prescribe these as appropriate. Even with these newer materials, however, extended (overnight) wear leads [...]

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What are bifocal contact lenses?

November 17, 2016

Like monovision described above, bifocal contact lenses are appreciated by those over the age of 40. These specialized contact lenses include correction for both distance and near in each lens, [...]

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What is monovision?

November 17, 2016

Monovision is when a patient chooses to correct one eye for distance, and the other eye for near sighted vision. This is often viewed as an alternative to bifocals for those over the age of 40. [...]

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I have astigmatism – are there special contact lenses to correct this?

November 17, 2016

Yes. Some patients with a small to moderate amount of astigmatism do well with rigid contact lenses. Others require special “toric” contact lenses which incorporate specific astigmatism [...]

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What if I cannot put contacts lenses in my eyes?

November 17, 2016

With proper training, most patients can learn to place contact lenses in their eyes. Our contact lens staff is among the best in the region, possessing great patience and educational skills. We [...]

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I have dry eyes – can I wear contact lenses?

November 17, 2016

Yes! There are many brands of contact lenses that are especially suited for patients with dry eyes. Newer contact materials have allowed many dry eye patients to resume contact lens wear, having [...]

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Are there medical reasons that I might not be able to wear contact lenses?

November 17, 2016

Yes. Some patients have corneal conditions which preclude the use of contact lenses. Still, others must address eyelid problems such as blepharitis before safely wearing contact lenses.

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Who is a good contact lens candidate?

November 17, 2016

We recommend that patients be at least 12 years old, responsible, and able to care for their contact lenses. Clean and safe handling is essential. Equally important is the maturity required to [...]

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