Robert Blair O.D.
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Contact Lens Evaluation in Harrisonville, MO

If you wear or want to wear contact lenses, you should schedule a contact lens exam and fitting in addition to a comprehensive eye exam to ensure your contacts fit properly. During a contact lens evaluation in Harrisonville, MO, Dr. Blair and his staff at Harrisonville Vision Center will perform special tests to not only determine if contact lenses are a good fit for you, but also check your prescription needs and the curvature of your eyes.
All the information will help them determine what contact lens prescription you need, the correct fit for your contacts, and what contact lens type and brand will work best for you. Contact lenses are considered medical devices and are regulated by the FDA and FTC. That means, to purchase contact lenses, you'll need a current prescription and will need to buy the contacts Dr. Blair prescribes. Ill-fitting contact lenses can cause issues with your eyes, such as irritated eyes, poor vision, and even corneal scratches.

What To Expect During a Contact Lens Exam?

The following tests may be conducted to get a precise contact lens prescription:
Cornea size and curvature:
This enables your eye doctor to determine an appropriate size and base curve for your contact lenses. Your eye doctor will use a keratometer to examine how light reflects off of your cornea to obtain its base curve.
Pupil or iris size:
Your eye doctor may also measure the size of your eye's pupil or iris to determine which contact lens size is the most appropriate for you. This is especially important if you plan to wear rigid gas-permeable lenses.
Tear film evaluation:
This test will be a significant determining factor of your ability to wear contact lenses successfully. Dry eyes can affect contact lens wear, as it can cause your eyes to become itchy and irritated, making it difficult to wear lenses.

Dry Eye Syndrome

If you have severe dry eyes or dry eye syndrome, Dr. Blair may recommend avoiding contact lenses. However, if you have mild dry eyes, he can prescribe contact lenses specially designed for dry eyes. To find out if you have a dry eye problem, Dr. Blair will place a special strip of paper under your lower eyelid. You will be asked to close your eyes for five minutes as your tears collect on the paper. Then, your doctor will measure and analyze the amount of tears produced along the length of the paper. Another dry eye test involves inserting eye drops with fluorescein dye into your tear film and measuring the amount of time it takes for your tears to evaporate.

Schedule a Contact Lens Evaluation

If you want to enjoy the benefits of contact lenses, contact Harrisonville Vision Center for an evaluation.