Comprehensive Exams for Glasses and Contact Lenses
Regular eye exams throughout your life are important, but not always for the same reasons. Eye exams for contacts include special tests that typically are not performed in routine eye exams. So if you are interested in contacts, or you already wear them and want to have your contact lens prescription updated, make sure you say so when you schedule your appointment for an eye exam. This will ensure your exam includes extra time for Dr. Brown to perform additional tests needed for a proper contact lens fitting or prescription update.
During your comprehensive eye exam, your visual acuity will be evaluated, and a number of tests will be performed to determine your eye health and whether prescription eyewear or contact lenses are required. After the exam has been completed, Dr. Brown will gather additional information so you can be fitted with contact lenses. After finding contact lenses that fit properly, are comfortable for you, and provide excellent vision, Dr. Brown will give you a copy of your finalized contact lens prescription. This prescription will designate a specific contact lens power, base curve, and diameter that will best fit your individual needs. Keep in mind that if you wear contact lenses, your annual eye exams typically will cost more than a routine exam for someone who doesn't wear contacts, due to the additional contact lens-related tests that are included.
During your comprehensive eye exam, your visual acuity will be evaluated, and a number of tests will be performed to determine your eye health and whether prescription eyewear or contact lenses are required. After the exam has been completed, Dr. Brown will gather additional information so you can be fitted with contact lenses. After finding contact lenses that fit properly, are comfortable for you, and provide excellent vision, Dr. Brown will give you a copy of your finalized contact lens prescription. This prescription will designate a specific contact lens power, base curve, and diameter that will best fit your individual needs. Keep in mind that if you wear contact lenses, your annual eye exams typically will cost more than a routine exam for someone who doesn't wear contacts, due to the additional contact lens-related tests that are included.
