Find the Best Contact Lenses for Your Eyes
Not all contact lenses are the same, and finding the right fit is essential for long-term eye health and comfort. At Alderwood Optical and Canyon Park Vision Clinic, we offer expert contact lens exams and fittings for patients with all vision needs. Whether you’re new to contacts or need a more advanced solution, our experienced eye doctors will find the perfect fit for your eyes.
What Is a Contact Lens Exam?
A contact lens exam is different from a regular eye exam. While a standard eye exam determines your prescription for glasses, a contact lens exam evaluates the health of your cornea, the quality of your tear film, and the best type of lenses for your eyes.
The Importance of a Proper Contact Lens Fitting
Contact lenses sit directly on your eye, meaning an improper fit can cause dryness, discomfort, and even long-term damage to your cornea. A precise fitting ensures:
- Clear, stable vision without shifting or discomfort
- Proper oxygen flow to keep your eyes healthy
- Reduced dryness and irritation for all-day comfort
- Lower risk of eye infections and complications
Even if you’ve worn contacts before, your eye shape and prescription may change over time—a yearly contact lens exam is essential to maintaining healthy vision.
The Contact Lens Process
At Alderwood Optical and Canyon Park Vision Clinic, we take the time to custom-fit your contact lenses for optimal vision and comfort.
Contact Lens Options We Offer
Our team offers a wide range of contact lenses, including:
- Soft Contact Lenses: Available in daily, bi-weekly, and monthly options, soft lenses provide a comfortable and flexible vision solution.
- Toric Lenses for Astigmatism: Designed to correct irregular corneal curvature for sharper vision.
- Multifocal Contact Lenses: Ideal for presbyopia (age-related near-vision loss), providing clear vision at all distances.
- Rigid Gas-Permeable (RGP) Lenses: A durable, high-clarity option that offers crisp, stable vision, especially for high prescriptions.
- Scleral Contact Lenses: Large-diameter lenses that vault over the cornea, providing exceptional clarity for unique vision needs.
Ortho-K Lenses for Myopia Control
Orthokeratology (ortho-k) lenses are custom-fitted lenses worn overnight to gently reshape the cornea—allowing for clear, glasses-free vision during the day. These lenses are an excellent non-surgical option for those wanting freedom from daytime contacts or glasses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your eyes are unique—your contact lenses should be too! Whether you're new to contacts, need a better fit, or require specialty lenses, we’re here to help. Schedule your contact lens exam at Alderwood Optical in Lynnwood or Canyon Park Vision Clinic in Bothell.