Eye Care Oklahoma’s optometrist, Dr. Lisa Mayes, works hard to provide the best contact lenses for each individual patient. Contact lenses are a medical device and each patient is unique to what lenses fit their eyes and their lifestyle. Along with her contact lens staff, Dr. Mayes strives to provide the best care and education possible for all of our contact lens wearers.
Are you interested in contact lenses and have questions about your current lenses? Below you will find some answers to common contact lens questions, as well as details on our contact lens fitting packages. Contact our office today for more information and to make an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Who can wear contact lenses?
The advancements in contact lens technology offer a variety of options to meet almost every vision demand. If you want to be free from the hassle of glasses, contacts are a great alternative!
What if I have astigmatism?
Many people have been told they cannot wear contacts lenses because of astigmatism. We have a variety of specialty soft “toric” contact lenses and gas permeable (hard) lenses. Almost any type of astigmatism can be corrected with these contact lenses.
I wear bifocals or reading glasses. Can I wear contacts?
YES! We have soft and gas permeable bifocal contact lenses that work great! They can free you from the need for glasses for the majority of your daily tasks-- at distance and near. If bifocals don't work, a fitting technique called "monovision" is a great option to correct vision at distance and near without the use of glasses.
How old does someone have to be to wear contact lenses?
It is a parent’s decision to make if a child is responsible enough to wear contacts. We prefer to fit younger children in daily disposable contacts (contacts you throw away every day), so no cleansing is needed and eye infection possibility is very low.
Are contacts healthy for my eyes?
Some people wear their contact lenses too long or don’t clean them appropriately. Many health risks are associated with improper use of contact lenses. Our contact lens fitting includes extensive instructions on care and wear of your new contacts. If contacts are worn appropriately and you receive yearly eye health checks, contact lenses are a very safe alternative to glasses. In the past, my eyes have been to dry to wear contacts.
Are there newer contacts that are better for dry eyes?
Yes! There have been many advances in contact lens material that allow patients to wear lenses that previously could not. There are also several eye drops that can be used with contacts that help combat dry eyes.
How much does it cost to try contacts?
A one-time fitting and follow up fee includes: training on insertion, removal, and cleaning contact lenses, all necessary follow up visits for changes in contact lens power or type, one pair of soft trial lenses, cleaning solution, and a contact lens case.
