Contact Lenses

Clear vision shouldn’t come with limitations. At Kennedy Vision Health Center, we specialize in providing expertly fitted contact lenses that fit your vision needs and lifestyle. Our dedicated optometry team takes the time to understand your specific vision challenges, daily activities, and comfort requirements before recommending the ideal contact lens solution.

Whether you’re new to contacts or looking to upgrade your current lenses, we combine advanced technology with personalized care to ensure you experience exceptional clarity, comfort, and convenience with every blink.

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Understanding Contact Lenses

Contact lenses are thin, curved optical devices designed to rest directly on the surface of your eye, correcting vision problems. They focus light onto your retina to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.

Unlike traditional glasses, contacts move with your eyes, providing natural vision with unobstructed peripheral sight. Because they sit on your eye, contacts need extra measurements like corneal curvature, tear film evaluation, and precise diameter sizing to ensure proper fit, comfort, and visual acuity. Today’s contact lenses come in various materials and designs to accommodate different vision needs, wearing schedules, and lifestyle requirements.

Benefits of Contact Lenses

Enhanced Natural Vision Without Frame Restrictions

Contact lenses offer a more natural visual experience by moving with your eyes and providing clear vision across your entire field of view. Without frames to obstruct your peripheral vision, you’ll enjoy uninterrupted sight in all directions. This seamless visual experience closely mimics natural vision, allowing you to see clearly while maintaining depth perception and spatial awareness that feels completely natural.

Compatibility with Diverse Activities and Environments

Contacts remain stable during physical activities, from intense workouts to casual walks, eliminating the hassle of adjusting sliding glasses. They work seamlessly with safety equipment, helmets, and headgear without interference or discomfort. You’ll appreciate their versatility in various environmental conditions, from humid gyms to air-conditioned offices, where they maintain position and clarity throughout your day.

Elimination of Vision-Related Headaches

Many glasses wearers experience headaches from improper fit, uneven pressure points, or frames that sit crookedly on their faces. Contacts distribute vision correction evenly across your entire field of view, potentially reducing the eye strain associated with specific glasses prescriptions. Consistent visual clarity can minimize headaches triggered by continuous adjustment to different viewing zones or frame-related pressure points.

Greater Convenience for Makeup Enthusiasts

Contact lenses allow for unobstructed application and visibility of eye makeup without the frames of glasses getting in the way. Your cosmetic efforts remain fully visible without being partially hidden behind frames or lenses. Prescription colored contacts even offer the option to enhance or change your eye color while simultaneously correcting your vision.

Reduced Complications in Changing Conditions

Contacts eliminate the frustrating transition between prescription sunglasses and regular glasses when moving between indoor and outdoor environments. They don’t create the annoying water spots, smudges, or dust accumulation that constantly requires cleaning throughout the day. Your vision remains consistently clear regardless of temperature changes, preventing the fogging that occurs with glasses when entering warm spaces from cold environments.

Our Contact Lens Fitting Process

Comprehensive Eye Assessment

Your contact lens experience begins with a thorough eye examination to evaluate your vision needs and eye health. During this initial visit, we measure your corneal curvature, assess your tear film quality, and determine your exact prescription requirements. These detailed measurements help us identify the perfect contact lens parameters for your unique eyes.

Personalized Lens Selection

Based on your assessment results and daily activities, we’ll recommend specific contact lens options tailored to your needs. Our optometrists consider factors like your work environment, screen time habits, and recreational activities when selecting lens materials and designs. We explain the benefits of different replacement schedules and specialized lenses to help you make an informed decision about your vision correction.

Hands-on Fitting and Training

Once we’ve selected your ideal lenses, you’ll receive a trial pair with expert guidance on proper handling techniques. Our staff demonstrates insertion, removal, and cleaning procedures, ensuring you feel confident managing your new contacts. We take time to answer your questions and provide practical tips that make the adaptation process smooth and successful.

Practical Care Instructions

Maintaining your contacts properly is essential for eye health and vision clarity, so we provide straightforward guidance specific to your lens type. We explain how to clean and store reusable lenses or manage disposal schedules for single-use options. Our team emphasizes healthy habits and warning signs to watch for, helping you avoid common complications and maintain optimal eye comfort.

Contact Lens Exams and Fittings

The first and most important step to finding the perfect contacts is to come in for a comprehensive contact lens exam! This in-depth exam allows us to take precise measurements of your eye and get your contact lens prescription — which is different from your glasses prescription. We’ll also ensure your eyes are in good health and thoroughly check for conditions that may require specialty lenses.

Once we’ve pinpointed the best contacts for your needs, we’ll walk you through a personalized “try on” and fitting process, so you have peace of mind about the comfort of your eyewear. For more tips and advice on contact lens insertion and removal, click here.

Contact Lenses Can Be the Best Fit for You

If you’re looking for stunning vision clarity without the use of glasses or want greater flexibility for your look and lifestyle, contact lenses could be a great choice for you! Contacts have long been a trusted vision correction tool, and now with advancements in lens technology, they’re more versatile than ever. To ensure your contacts’ function and comfort, we’ll refit them every year as your eyes change, so you can continue seeing clearly!

Why Choose Us for Contacts

Kennedy Vision Health Center stands apart in our approach to contact lens care, combining technical expertise with personalized service. Our optometric team stays current with the latest advances in contact lens technology to offer you innovative solutions for even the most challenging vision needs. We take the time to understand your lifestyle, visual demands, and comfort preferences before recommending specific lens options. Our practice maintains relationships with multiple contact lens manufacturers, giving you access to a diverse range of products beyond what you might find elsewhere.

Our Lens Options

No matter your vision or eye health needs, we’ve got you covered with our wide range of contact lenses. From tried-and-true soft contacts to specialty options like scleral lenses, our team will have you seeing clearly in no time!

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FAQs

How much do contact lenses cost?

Contact lens prices typically range from $25-$45 per box, depending on your specific prescription, lens technology, and replacement frequency. Daily disposables might have a higher upfront cost, but eliminate the need for cleaning solutions, while specialty lenses for astigmatism or presbyopia generally command premium pricing. Most vision insurance plans provide annual allowances for contacts, and we offer several manufacturer rebate programs to help maximize your savings.

How to remove contact lenses?

Start with thoroughly washed hands, then position a clean finger on the lower edge of the lens while looking slightly upward to prevent blinking. Gently slide the lens downward onto the white part of your eye, then carefully pinch it between your thumb and index finger to lift it away. If the lens seems stuck, apply a few drops of rewetting solution and wait a moment before trying again to avoid irritating your eye.

Do contact lenses expire?

Contact lenses expire both in their unopened packages (typically after 3-4 years) and once opened, according to their replacement schedule. The expiration reflects deterioration of sterility, material integrity, and the effectiveness of solutions in the packaging. Using expired contacts significantly increases your risk for eye infections, discomfort, and potential corneal damage that could impact your long-term vision health.

How to put in contact lenses?

Place your thoroughly cleaned lens on the tip of your index finger with the edges pointing upward, like a tiny bowl, not flipped inside out. Hold your upper eyelid open with your other hand while looking up, then gently place the lens directly onto the colored part of your eye. Release your eyelids slowly and close your eyes momentarily, allowing the lens to center itself naturally before opening again.

Can you swim with contact lenses?

Swimming while wearing contacts significantly increases your risk of serious eye infections from waterborne microorganisms that can become trapped between your lens and the eye surface. If swimming is unavoidable, wearing daily disposable lenses (discarded immediately afterward) under watertight goggles provides minimal protection. Prescription swim goggles offer the safest option for water activities, eliminating both infection risks and the possibility of losing a lens in the water.

Are contact lenses the same prescription as glasses?

Contact prescriptions differ from eyeglass prescriptions because contacts sit directly on your eye while glasses position lenses at a distance from your face. Contact lens prescriptions require additional measurements, including base curve and diameter, to ensure they fit your eye’s unique curvature properly. The material, brand, and oxygen permeability specifications must also be included since these factors significantly impact comfort, clarity, and eye health during wear.

Step Into a World of Crystal-Clear Freedom Today

Contact lenses can transform your visual experience, offering freedom, comfort, and clarity tailored to your unique needs. Our eye care team at Kennedy Vision Health Center are ready to guide you through the process of finding your perfect contacts with professional care and personalized attention.

Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about our services, or call our office today to schedule your comprehensive contact lens consultation and take the first step toward clearer, more comfortable vision.

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Contact Lenses

Understanding Contact Lenses

Benefits of Contact Lenses

Enhanced Natural Vision Without Frame Restrictions