Contact Lens FAQs

Why are regular eye exams necessary for contact lens wearers?

What many people don't realize is that during an eye exam, optometrists also examine the health of your eyes. Even if your prescription doesn't change, the health of your eyes is also extremely important. Comprehensive eye exams entail an assessment of the health of your entire eye inside and out, as well as an update on your prescription - if needed.

For contact lens wearers, the need to assess eye health is that much more important because contact lenses sit right on the surface of the eye. Contact lenses are basically "foreign bodies" that are placed directly on the eye - any situation where this occurs puts the eyes at greater risk of developing an eye infection or corneal abrasions. Regular eye exams ensure that your eyes remain healthy while you are wearing your contact lenses.