At NY Cataract & laser Eye Care we are experts in in making sure you are successful with contact lenses. We offer a wide selection of contact lenses including soft, RGP, disposable, bifocal/multifocal, toric, and colored lenses. Whether you wear daily, weekly, monthly disposables, conventional (vial) lenses, or need a customized solution, please come in and discuss your situation with one of our experts and let us help you get the right lenses that fit your needs.

A good contact lens fit starts with a thorough eye exam to ensure the most up-to-date prescription and rule out any pre-existing conditions that could interfere with contact lens wear. One size does not fit all when it comes to contact lenses. In addition to a thorough eye exam, your eye doctor will take several measurements to properly fit your contact lenses. These measurements include; corneal curvature, pupil or iris size and a tear film evaluation. We will determine the best fitting lens based on your lifestyle needs and the shape and health of your eye. In most cases, you’ll have the opportunity to try lenses on the same day as your exam. You can even go home with a few samples before making a final decision. Contact lenses that do not fit properly can cause discomfort, blurry vision or even damage the eye.

In order to determine your contact lens prescription, your doctor performs the following tests on a Corneal topography – a digital color map of the surface of the cornea to monitor shape and curvature, which may be affected by contact lens wear.

After the initial fitting, one or more follow up appointments will be made to make any adjustments in fit or materials to insure you get optimal results and the best possible lense solution. All patients are taught proper contact lens care and consequences if proper care is not taken. Lastly, we continue with long-term follow-up care to monitor the condition of the lenses and ensure that proper hygiene is being maintained.