If you’re considering contact lenses for the first time or need to update your prescription, a comprehensive contact lens exam ensures your eyes stay healthy while enjoying clear, comfortable vision. At Rim Optical, Dr. Paul Nguyen combines advanced technology with personalized care to find the perfect contact lens solution for your lifestyle. Whether you need daily disposables, multifocal lenses, or specialized options for astigmatism, we provide thorough evaluations and expert fittings to help you see your best.
Contact Lens Exams
Understanding Contact Lens Exams
A contact lens exam assesses your eye’s unique shape, tear film quality, and overall health to determine which contact lenses will provide optimal vision and comfort. Unlike glasses that sit away from your eyes, contact lenses rest directly on your tear film, making precise measurements and professional fitting essential for eye health and visual clarity. During your contact lens exam, your eye doctor evaluates multiple factors, including corneal curvature, pupil size, and tear production. These measurements help determine the best lens material, size, and wearing schedule for your individual needs.
Types of Contact Lenses Offered
Discover a world of clear vision with our diverse range of contact lenses at Rim Optical. From the comfort we promise with soft contact lenses to the precision multifocal and gas permeable lenses offer, we have the perfect pair to match your lifestyle and vision needs.
Benefits of Contact Lens Exams
Enhanced Vision Freedom
Contact lenses provide an unrestricted field of view without frames blocking your peripheral vision. You’ll experience natural sight lines during sports, driving, and daily activities without worrying about glasses slipping or fogging. This freedom extends to fashion choices too, as you can wear any sunglasses or safety eyewear without prescription limitations.
Customized Lens Solutions
Modern contact lens technology offers solutions for virtually every vision need and lifestyle preference. Through a comprehensive exam, your optometrist can recommend daily disposables for ultimate convenience, extended wear options for busy schedules, or specialized lenses for conditions like astigmatism or presbyopia.
Early Detection of Eye Conditions
Regular contact lens exams help identify potential eye health issues before they become serious problems. Your optometrist checks for signs of corneal changes, dry eye syndrome, and other conditions that might affect your ability to wear contacts comfortably. This proactive approach protects your long-term eye health while ensuring your contact lens experience remains positive.
Precise Vision Correction
Contact lenses sit directly on your eye’s tear film, providing more accurate vision correction than glasses for many prescriptions. This positioning eliminates distortions that can occur with thick glasses lenses and provides consistent clarity regardless of where you look. The precise fitting process ensures each lens moves properly with your eye, maintaining sharp focus throughout your day.
Active Lifestyle Compatibility
Whether you’re an athlete, outdoor enthusiast, or simply enjoy an active lifestyle, properly fitted contact lenses won’t limit your activities. They stay in place during exercise, don’t fog in temperature changes, and won’t break during contact sports. Your contact lens exam includes discussing your specific activities to recommend lenses that enhance rather than hinder your active pursuits.
Our Contact Lens Exam Services
Comprehensive Eye Examination
Your vision is our top concern, and that’s why each contact lens exam begins with a comprehensive eye check-up. Our expert optometrists perform in-depth evaluations to ensure your eyesight and eye health are in tip-top shape.
We’re on the lookout for any signs that might make wearing contact lenses less than ideal for you.
With advanced equipment, we take precise measurements of how your eyes process light to determine the exact prescription you need. When it comes to fitting contacts, nothing is more important to us than finding the perfect match for your unique eyes.
We’ll examine every detail from corneal shape to eye moisture levels—everything that makes a difference for comfortable and effective contact lens wear.
Contact Lens Fitting and Prescription
We understand that every eye is unique, which is why our contact lens fitting process at Rim Optical is thorough and personalized. Our licensed optometrists meticulously measure the curvature and diameter of your eyes to ensure a perfect fit for your lenses.
We consider both comfort and clarity, whether you’re being fitted for daily disposables, extended-wear contacts or specialized multifocal lenses.
After determining the best type of contact lens for you, we provide an accurate prescription to correct your vision. With precision in mind, we aim to enhance your sight while guaranteeing a seamless integration into your lifestyle.
Evaluation of Eye Health and Suitability for Contact Lens Wear
Making sure your eyes are in top shape and ready for contact lenses is an essential part of our exam routine. Our skilled team inspects the health of your eyes to find any conditions that could make wearing contacts a problem.
We’re on the lookout for things like dry eye syndrome, odd corneal shapes, or any other eye problems that might get in the way of you using lenses with ease and safety.
In every eye checkup for contacts, our attentive experts use the latest gadgets to carefully measure your eyeballs and figure out what kind of lens would be just right for you.
We also think about how you live your life and what you need vision-wise when we decide if contacts are a good choice for you. No matter if it’s for sports, work, or just making everyday tasks easier, we help pick the perfect match from a wide selection of brands.
Once we’ve made sure your eyes are good to go and that contacts will work for you, we’ll walk you through how to keep them clean and take care of them so they stay comfy to wear and keep giving you clear sight.
Education on Proper Contact Lens Care and Hygiene
At our clinic, we prioritize teaching the essentials of keeping your contact lenses clean and maintaining eye health. Our dedicated staff patiently instructs each individual on the proper techniques for inserting and removing their lenses, as well as providing guidance to prevent common hygiene errors that might cause infections or irritation.
It’s essential to handle contact lenses with clean hands every time you touch them. Always use fresh solution, and be aware that wearing contacts while sleeping isn’t safe unless an eye doctor has specifically advised it.
We cover all these important habits during your eye exam.
Establishing a steady care routine is just as vital as getting the right fit for your contact lenses. When leaving our clinic, patients feel assured knowing they have been taught how to stick to regular lens replacement schedules and when it’s time to throw out old case solution.
Our Contact Lens Exam Process
Initial Contact Lens Screening
Your contact lens exam starts with a full eye health check using our advanced Optomap retinal imaging technology. This allows us to examine your retina without dilation, making your visit more comfortable. We assess your corneal health, tear film quality, and overall eye condition to ensure you’re a good candidate for contact lens wear. Dr. Paul Nguyen evaluates any existing conditions that might affect lens comfort or require special lens types.
Precise Corneal Measurement
Getting the perfect contact lens fit requires exact measurements of your eye’s surface. We use digital technology to map your corneal curvature with accuracy to a tenth of a millimeter. These measurements determine the base curve and diameter needed for your lenses to sit properly on your eyes. We also measure pupil size and assess how your eyelids interact with the lens surface to ensure comfortable, stable wear throughout your day.
Personalized Lens Selection and Trial Fitting
With our extensive trial lens inventory, we can test different lens types during your appointment. Whether you need daily disposables, colored lenses, toric lenses for astigmatism, or multifocal options, we have samples ready. You’ll try on your recommended lenses right in our office. Most patients leave wearing their new contact lenses the same day, experiencing immediate improvement in their vision and comfort.
Hands-On Training and Lens Handling
Learning proper contact lens care starts with mastering insertion and removal techniques. Our staff provides patient, one-on-one instruction until you feel confident handling your lenses independently. We’ll teach you the safest methods for cleaning, storing, and maintaining your specific lens type. You’ll also learn to recognize signs that indicate when to replace your lenses or seek professional care.
Scheduled Progress Check
We arrange a follow-up visit to ensure your contact lenses continue to provide optimal vision and comfort after you’ve worn them in real-world conditions. During this appointment, we verify proper lens movement, check for any corneal changes, and address questions that arose during your adjustment period.
Why Choose Us
Rim Optical stands out in Georgetown with our unique combination of advanced technology and genuine patient care. Our Optomap retinal imaging system eliminates uncomfortable eye dilation while providing detailed views of your eye health, and our in-house lab means you won’t wait weeks for your contact lens order. Dr. Paul Nguyen brings specialized training from the University of Houston College of Optometry, including extensive experience with complex prescriptions and hard-to-fit cases. We maintain an extensive inventory of trial lenses, including daily disposables, toric lenses for astigmatism, multifocal designs, and colored options, allowing most patients to leave with their contacts the same day. Our transparent pricing, acceptance of major vision plans like EyeMed and VSP, and convenient online scheduling demonstrate our commitment to making quality eye care accessible for everyone.
Enjoy Clear and Comfortable Vision with a Contact Lens Exam Today!
Clear, comfortable vision awaits at Rim Optical, where Dr. Paul Nguyen and our experienced team make contact lens fitting simple and stress-free. Stay connected with eye care tips and practice updates on our Facebook page, where we share helpful information about maintaining healthy vision. Schedule your comprehensive contact lens exam today by calling or texting (512) 764-6850, or book your appointment online at your convenience.
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FAQs
How do you get contacts?
Getting contact lenses starts with scheduling a comprehensive contact lens exam with an eye care professional. During this exam, your optometrist will evaluate your eye health, take precise measurements of your corneas, and determine the best lens type for your needs. Once your prescription is finalized, you can order contacts directly from your eye doctor or through authorized retailers.
How long does it take to get contacts?
The timeline for getting contact lenses varies depending on your specific needs and lens availability. For common prescriptions, many patients leave their fitting appointment with trial lenses the same day. If you need specialized lenses for conditions like astigmatism or presbyopia, ordering may take 3-7 business days.
How to put on contact lenses?
Start by washing your hands thoroughly with soap and drying them with a lint-free towel. Place the lens on your index fingertip and check that it’s not inside out by ensuring it forms a bowl shape. Use your other hand to hold your upper eyelid while pulling down your lower lid with your middle finger. Look straight ahead or slightly up, then gently place the lens on your eye and slowly release your eyelids. Blink several times to center the lens naturally.
How to tell if a contact lens is still in the eye?
You can determine if a contact lens is still in your eye by covering the opposite eye and checking if your vision is clear. If vision remains blurry after blinking several times, the lens may have fallen out or moved under your eyelid. Gently pull down your lower lid and look up, then pull up your upper lid and look down to check for a displaced lens. If you still can’t locate it but feel irritation, the lens may be folded under your eyelid and requires a gentle massage to reposition.
Are contact lens prescriptions the same as glasses?
Contact lens prescriptions differ from glasses prescriptions even for the same person because contacts sit directly on your eye while glasses sit about 12 millimeters away. Contact prescriptions include additional measurements like base curve and diameter to ensure proper fit on your cornea. The power may also differ slightly to account for the vertex distance. You cannot use a glasses prescription to order contacts, as this could result in poor vision or eye health problems.
Can you put contacts in water?
Never store or rinse contact lenses in tap water, as it contains microorganisms that can cause serious eye infections. Water can also cause soft contact lenses to change shape, affecting fit and comfort. Always use sterile contact lens solution recommended by your eye care provider for cleaning and storage.