Contact Lenses
Tired of wearing glasses? Wish you could play sport or go out for dinner and just not wear the same glasses?
Contact lenses are such a convenient way to see better and provide exceptional peripheral vision compared to glasses. Whether it’s socially, every day or to make physical activities easier, there are so many contact lens options on the market now that there is a solution here for almost everyone. With advances in research and development, we can often provide free trials to help you decide what’s best for you.
Consultations involving the prescribing and fitting of contact lenses do not always fall under medicare rebates so there may be consultation fees.
We would love to help you find a vision solution that fits your lifestyle and can help you decide if contact lenses are right for you. Please call us and book a time that suits you.
Common Questions
Can I still wear contact lenses if I only wear my glasses for reading?
Yes. There are several options and the advanced technology in lens design allows us to help you see distance and near in both eyes to preserve your depth perception.
Do I need a “special” eye test to get contact lenses?
Yes. We need more information about your eyes to order contacts than just your spectacle prescription. A contact lens examination includes up to date measurements of your prescription, the shape of your eye and the health of your eyes surface.
Can I wear contact lenses all the time?
It is best to give your eyes a break from contact lens wear for long term eye health, tear flow and oxygen transmission to the eye. We will guide you as to what lenses will best suit you and when they should be removed/cleaned/discarded.
Can contact lenses damage my eyes?
Contact lenses will not damage your eyes if you follow the wearing, replacement and cleaning instructions we give you. Our initial appointment time allows us to outline any potential risks and what to do if something comes up. We see our contact lens wearers at least annually to review eye health and keep you up to date with what’s on the market and what’s best for you. Bottom line, if ever your lenses don’t feel right, you don’t see right or they don’t look right, take them out and follow our guidelines.
