Wearing contact lenses can be a liberating experience for someone who has worn eyeglasses for years. However, you must undergo a contact lens exam to determine the best prescription for your visual needs and lifestyle. Progressive Eyecare & Eyewear in Fishers and Indianapolis, IN, offers contact lenses and other eye care to keep your eyes and vision healthy. To learn more about these lenses, read the following frequently asked questions.
How do I get contact lenses?
Similarly to when you need eyeglasses, getting contact lenses begins with an eye exam from your optometrist. However, a contact lens exam is also necessary for comfortable and safe contact lens use. This exam allows your optometrist to measure your eyes to determine the type and size of contact lenses you need. Your optometrist will also evaluate your visual acuity and eye health to confirm your eyes are healthy enough for contact lens wear.
Who can get contacts?
People who experience mild to moderate refractive vision errors can use contacts. These lenses can correct issues like nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia. Specialty contact lenses are also available for people with dry eye syndrome or keratoconus. That said, more severe vision issues may require laser eye surgery instead of contacts for treatment.
Are all contact lenses the same?
Contact lenses come in various types and sizes. The most common contact lenses are traditional soft contacts, but many others are available. Rigid gas permeable contacts, daily or extended wear lenses, hybrid contacts, and progressive lenses are all options for vision correction. Colored contacts are another option for enhancing your style or appearance. Your optometrist can help you select the best contact lenses for your visual needs and lifestyle.
How long does it take to get used to wearing contacts?
Most people adjust to soft contacts immediately. Rigid gas permeable and hybrid contacts may take several weeks to get used to. However, this timeframe varies from person to person. Some factors influencing how long it takes to become accustomed to contacts include age, lifestyle, and eye health.
Can contact lenses get lost in your eyes?
Your contact lens cannot get “lost” because it cannot end up behind your eye. However, your contacts may get stuck beneath your eyelids. Lenses that dry out often become folded and dislodged.
Can I wear contacts to sleep?
You should not wear contacts to sleep under normal circumstances. Wearing standard contacts while sleeping can result in significant eye and vision issues. Doing this can even lead to corneal damage. Only wear specialty contacts overnight if instructed by your optometrist.
Schedule a Contact Lens Exam Today at Progressive Eyecare & Eyewear
Contact lenses provide visual clarity and comfort without requiring bulky and inconvenient eyeglasses, so contact Progressive Eyecare & Eyewear in Fishers and Indianapolis, IN, today if you want to experience the benefits of these lenses. Call us and schedule a contact lens exam at our Fishers office at (317) 913-0700 or our Indianapolis office at (317) 595-8855.