Finding the Best Fit Contact Lens for You

If you have never worn contact lenses, the options might seem a bit overwhelming. We are happy to clear up your confusion, and vision, with our variety of contact lenses. If you live in or around Tehachapi or Ridgecrest and are considering making the switch to contact lenses, contact Dr. Robison at Caroline Robison Optometry.

What to Expect

To get the best contact lenses, you will need to know your prescription, the size of your eyes, and if your eyes have any irregularities that may require hard-to-fit lenses or prevent you from wearing contacts. Dry eyes, astigmatism, keratoconus, previous eye surgeries, presbyopia, and corneal scarring are among the conditions that can impact which contacts are best for you.

Our eye doctor will determine if you need specialty contact lenses through a comprehensive eye exam. After your eye exam, our eye doctor will provide a prescription that you can use online. However, if you need specialty contacts or would like to add features, it may be best to order them directly through our clinic.

Consider Your Contact Needs

Aside from the questions about your vision, consider how often you plan to wear your contact lenses. If you only plan to wear them some of the time, soft lenses are typically better because your eyes don't have to get used to them.
Why would you opt for rigid gas-permeable lenses, which can take time to become comfortable? They provide clearer vision, especially for people with astigmatism. If you need the precision that rigid contacts offer, you may want to switch to them full-time.

Comfort also comes into play if you wish to wear your lenses overnight. Some companies have received FDA approval for continuous-wear contact lenses that have been designed to allow extra oxygen. This prevents your eyes from drying out. However, these lenses aren't appropriate for everyone. Consider whether you would like disposable or reusable lenses. The former may seem wasteful to some, but the latter pose more risk of infection, especially if you cannot properly care for your lenses.

Get Quality Contact Lenses at Caroline Robison Optometry

If you live in Tehachapi, Ridgecrest, or the surrounding areas and are considering making the switch to contact lenses, our optometrist at Caroline Robison Optometry is here to help. We will answer any questions that you may have and find the perfect type of contact lenses to provide the clear vision you need. Call our Ridgecrest office today at (760) 375-4496 or our Tehachapi office at (661) 972-6890. You can also reach us through our website by using our online contact form.