Contact Lens Exam

Contact lenses can be a great option for patients who want clear vision without relying only on glasses. Whether you are new to contact lenses or have worn them for years, a contact lens exam helps ensure your lenses fit properly, feel comfortable, and provide the best vision possible.

At InnoVision Optometry, we take the time to evaluate your eyes, understand your lifestyle, and recommend contact lenses that match your vision needs, comfort, and daily routine.

Why a Contact Lens Exam Is Different from a Regular Eye Exam

A comprehensive eye exam checks your overall eye health and determines your glasses prescription. A contact lens exam goes a step further. Because contact lenses sit directly on the surface of the eye, they require additional measurements, fitting, evaluation, and follow-up care.

​​​​​​​Your glasses prescription and contact lens prescription are not the same. Contact lenses must be selected based on your eye shape, prescription, tear film, comfort, and how the lens moves on the eye.

What to Expect During Your Contact Lens Exam

Your visit begins with an evaluation of your vision, prescription, and eye health. Dr. Su will assess the front surface of your eyes, review your contact lens goals, and check for any dryness, irritation, or eye health concerns that may affect contact lens wear.

We will also talk with you about your lifestyle and preferences. Some patients want the convenience of daily disposable lenses. Others need contacts for astigmatism, multifocal lenses for near and distance vision, or specialty lenses for more complex prescriptions. Understanding how you plan to use your contacts helps us recommend the best option for your needs.

When appropriate, additional testing may be recommended to better evaluate the shape of your cornea, tear film, or ocular surface. This is especially helpful for patients with dry eye symptoms, specialty contact lens needs, or previous difficulty wearing contacts. Our team will review any recommended testing with you before moving forward.

Contact Lens Options

Depending on your eyes and lifestyle, we may recommend:

Daily Disposable Contact Lenses

A convenient, healthy option with a fresh pair of lenses each day.

Toric Contact Lenses

Designed to correct astigmatism and provide more stable vision.

Multifocal Contact Lenses

Helpful for patients who need both distance and near vision correction.

Specialty Contact Lenses

Custom lens options for patients with unique vision needs, corneal irregularities, or previous difficulty wearing standard contacts.

Myopia Management Contact Lenses

Certain contact lenses may help slow the progression of nearsightedness in children as part of a personalized myopia management plan.

New to Contact Lenses?

If you are trying contact lenses for the first time, our team can provide personalized insertion and removal training to help you learn how to use your lenses safely. During training, we review proper handling, insertion, removal, cleaning, and lens care so you feel more comfortable using your contacts at home.

It is normal for new wearers to need practice. Our goal is to make the learning process as comfortable and stress-free as possible.

Comfort and Dry Eye

Comfort is one of the most important parts of successful contact lens wear. If you have dryness, irritation, redness, burning, or fluctuating vision, Dr. Su may recommend further evaluation before or during your contact lens fitting process.

Dry eye testing helps us better understand the health of your tear film and ocular surface so we can recommend the most appropriate lens material, wearing schedule, or treatment plan. Some patients who struggled with contacts in the past may still be candidates for newer lens designs, daily disposable lenses, or dry eye treatment before restarting contact lens wear.

Follow-Up Care

After trial lenses are selected, Dr. Su will evaluate how they fit and how well you see with them. In many cases, you may be asked to wear trial lenses for a short period before returning for a follow-up visit. This allows us to confirm that your lenses remain comfortable, stable, and healthy for your eyes before finalizing your contact lens prescription.

​​​​​​​Schedule a Contact Lens Exam

If you are interested in contact lenses or want to improve the comfort and clarity of your current lenses, schedule a contact lens exam at InnoVision Optometry in Rowland Heights. Our team will help you find a lens option that fits your eyes, your lifestyle, and your vision goals.