Patients at Focused Eye Care in Lakeville and Farmington, MN, can enjoy the convenience, comfort, and freedom that contact lenses provide. These small lenses sit directly on the eye to correct vision issues like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. With proper fitting and guidance from our team, contacts can provide clear vision and confidence for daily activities.
Types of Contact Lenses
There are several types of contact lenses available, including soft lenses, rigid gas-permeable lenses, and hybrid lenses. Soft lenses are flexible, comfortable, and suitable for most wearers. Rigid gas-permeable options offer sharper vision and durability but require an adjustment period. Hybrid designs combine the comfort of soft lenses with the clarity of rigid lenses. Each type of lens is available in daily, weekly, or monthly replacement schedules, allowing wearers to choose the option that best fits their lifestyle and routine.
Benefits of Contact Lenses
Contact lenses offer advantages beyond correcting vision. They provide a wider field of view than glasses and move with the eye. They do not fog or get splattered by rain, making them ideal for outdoor activities. Many people also appreciate the cosmetic benefit of maintaining a natural appearance. Modern lenses can include features such as UV protection, moisture retention, and presbyopia correction.
Caring for Your Contacts
Proper care is essential for eye health and comfort. Always wash hands before handling lenses, use recommended cleaning solutions, and store lenses in a clean case. Regular eye exams also ensure lenses fit well and maintain clear vision. Following these steps helps reduce the risk of infection, irritation, and long-term damage.
Visit Us for a Trusted Eye Doctor near You
If you are interested in contact lenses, call Focused Eye Care today. Our team provides expert fitting, guidance, and personalized recommendations. Call our Lakeville clinic at (952) 985-6467 or our Farmington location at (651) 463-2020 to schedule your appointment. You can also browse our website ahead of your visit to explore our full range of services. When you need a trusted optometrist near you, we’re here to assist you every step of the way!
What types of contact lenses are there?
At Focused Eye Care, our doctors offer a variety of contact lenses, including:
- Soft contact lenses
- Disposable contact lenses, available in daily, weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly
- Extended wear contact lenses
- Tinted or cosmetic contact lenses
- Rigid gas permeable lenses
- Toric contact lenses for astigmatism
- Bifocal contact lenses
If you’re ready to see what the world without glasses looks like, contact Focused Eye Care to learn what type of contacts are best for you and your eyes. Call the office to schedule your appointment or book it easily online today.
Contact Lens Evaluation and Explanation of Fitting Fees
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Please understand that contact lens services are NOT included in your annual comprehensive eye exam. Your eye exam includes a prescription for eyeglasses, dilation (as needed) and full ocular health assessment.
Contact lenses must be evaluated annually and properly fit in order for your eye health and vision to be properly maintained. Most insurance companies DO NOT cover this portion. Following the contact lens evaluation or fitting process, you will have a current prescription that will expire in 1 year.
New and Current Contact Lens Wearers
There are three levels of fittings depending on the complexity of your prescription and lens type required. Fitting fees include a complimentary pair of contact lenses; lens case, solution and any follow up visits concerning the fitting within 60 days of the initial contact lens check with our doctor.
Level 1- $70 Single vision/Toric contact lens Fit
Level 2- $110 Multifocal or Monovision contact lens fit, RGP Fit
Level 3-$220 Specialty Lens Fit i.e. Keratoconus
There is a separate $35 charge for new wearers that require a Contact Lens Insertion and Removal training by one of our skilled staff
I understand that the fitting fee does not include the cost of the lenses, and that the lens supplies are ordered separately. Contact lens prescriptions will only be released after the initial fitting period is successfully completed and all fees are paid.
I understand even with proper care there are risks to wearing contact lenses, and that those risks increase with improper use. I must follow the instructions given to me by the eye care team about the recommended wear and replacement schedule to ensure the health of my eyes. I agree to remove my lenses at the first sign of problems and call the office immediately if I develop unusual pain or redness.
