Finding the Right Contact Lenses for Your Lifestyle
Choosing contact lenses can offer you a new sense of freedom, whether you are looking for a wider field of view for sports or simply prefer your appearance without frames. Everyone’s eyes and visual needs are different, so a proper fitting from an optometrist is a necessary first step to trying contact lenses.
Contact lenses can provide a variety of benefits to the wearers, from simple conveniences like not smudging from fingerprints to providing enhanced vision for individuals with specific needs, like multifocal lenses or toric lenses for astigmatism.
Our Opticore team across Greater Los Angeles is here to help you find a lens style that matches your daily routine and provides you with the clear vision you need to navigate your day. Contact us to schedule your eye exam and contact lens fitting today.
Why Do I Need a Contact Lens Exam?
A contact lens exam is a specialized visit with an optometrist that prioritizes the health and well-being of your eyes while wearing contacts. During this exam, your optometrist verifies that your eyes are healthy enough for lens wear before the fitting begins.
Because contact lenses sit directly on the surface of your eye, they require a different prescription than glasses and specific measurements to achieve the right fit. This process is vital for your comfort and visual clarity, as a lens that does not fit correctly can lead to irritation or long-term health concerns.
What Happens During a Contact Lens Fitting?
Your fitting begins with a discussion about your lifestyle and preferences, helping us determine if you would prefer the convenience of daily disposables or a long-wear style. Then, we take precise measurements of your eye’s surface and determine your specific contact lens prescription.
Once we select a lens style, you will try them on in the office so the optometrist can check the fit and your vision. To make sure everything is going well, we schedule a follow-up appointment one week later to check your progress and make any necessary adjustments.
If you are a new wearer, we provide dedicated training to help you feel confident with inserting, removing, and caring for your lenses at home.
Our contact lens fittings start at $65.00.
Types of Contact Lenses We Offer at Opticore
There are many different contact lens styles designed to accommodate specific prescriptions and lifestyle preferences. From special prescriptions like presbyopia and astigmatism, to personal preferences such as rigid or soft contact lenses, we have options to fit your needs.
We carry a wide selection of brands, including Johnson & Johnson, CooperVision, Alcon, and Bausch + Lomb. Whether you need lenses for daily wear, monthly replacement, or specialized rigid materials, we can find a style that works for you.
These lenses are designed for those with presbyopia, helping you see clearly at near, far, and intermediate distances. They are an excellent alternative to reading glasses or progressive spectacle lenses.
Multifocal lenses can be made from soft or RGP materials.
If you have astigmatism, you may experience vision distortions with regular glasses or contact lenses.
Toric lenses are shaped specifically to correct your astigmatism and are weighted at the bottom to prevent the lens from spinning out of position. This stability helps correct the irregular curvature of the cornea and provides you with consistent vision.
These are the standard lenses used to correct common nearsightedness (myopia) or farsightedness (hyperopia). They have the same power throughout the lens and come in many different materials to support your comfort.
Monovision contact lenses are an alternative to multifocal contact lenses that provide clear vision at multiple distances for individuals with presbyopia (age-related farsightedness).
This approach involves wearing a lens for distance vision in one eye and a lens for near vision in the other. Your brain naturally learns to switch between the two, providing a clear range of vision without the need for bifocal lenses.
RGP lenses are durable, long-wear options that often provide very crisp vision for complex prescriptions. They are made from a rigid material that provides a superior oxygen supply to the eyes and excellent vision.
While they may take a short period of adjustment, many people find they offer great clarity and eye health benefits. They are available in many styles, including spherical, toric, and multifocal.
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Caring for Your Eyes and Contact Lenses
Maintaining good hygiene is the most effective way to keep your eyes comfortable and prevent infections while wearing contacts. Always wash and dry your hands thoroughly before you touch your lenses or your eyes. It is also important to replace your lenses exactly as your optometrist instructs, whether they are daily, bi-weekly, or monthly styles.
From the initial fitting to long-term follow-up care, our team is here to support your visual health. Whether you are a long-time wearer or considering contacts for the first time, we invite you to visit one of our convenient locations in Southern California. Each location also offers a local contact lens ordering system, making it easy for patients to reorder lenses through their preferred clinic.
Contact us today to book an appointment at the location nearest you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Contact Lenses
A glasses prescription cannot be directly converted to a contact lens prescription. A contact lens exam is necessary to determine your contact lens prescription.
Because contacts sit directly on the eye while glasses sit about 12mm away, the power of the lens often changes. Additionally, a contact lens prescription includes specific measurements for the base curve and diameter of the lens.
We usually recommend toric lenses for patients with astigmatism. These lenses are shaped differently from standard spherical lenses to compensate for the irregular curvature of the cornea or lens, providing more consistent vision.
To maintain eye health, you should avoid sleeping in your lenses unless they are specifically cleared for overnight wear. It is also important to keep them away from water, as this can increase your risk of infections. This means no swimming, showering, or going in hot tubs while wearing lenses. Only use contact lens solution to clean your lenses and cases; never use tap water.
Neither option is inherently better, as the choice depends on your lifestyle, vision needs, and personal preferences. Contacts offer a wider field of peripheral vision and are excellent for sports, while glasses are often easier to maintain and can be a great fashion accessory. Many of our Los Angeles patients choose to have both.
Yes, if you currently wear progressive glasses, you can transition to multifocal contact lenses. These are designed with different zones for near, intermediate, and distance vision, allowing you to see clearly at all ranges without needing to reach for reading glasses.
Find Your Perfect Fit
with Contact Lenses
Contact lenses can provide you with a convenient and flexible alternative to glasses for clear vision. At Opticore, we provide dedicated contact lens exams and fittings to find the right style of lens for your vision needs.
Our optometrists provide a thorough exam that assesses your eye health, measures your contact lens prescription, and precisely maps the shape of your eye to find the perfect fit. Each of our locations also offers a local contact lens ordering system, making it easy for patients to reorder lenses through their preferred clinic.
Whether you are a first-time contact lens wearer or a seasoned pro, our team will work closely with you to make sure that your lenses are providing you with the visual clarity and comfort you deserve.
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