Fulton, MO
Contact Lenses
Fulton, MO
Contact Lenses
Contact lenses provide a more convenient alternative to glasses for many people. They don’t fog up, get in the way during sports or physical activities, or need to be constantly adjusted or removed. They also offer a more natural appearance than eyeglasses.
At VisionArts Eyecare Center in Fulton, MO, we can help you choose a contact lens that best fits your needs. Our specialists are experienced in helping “hard-to-fit” patients with complex visual conditions, including people with astigmatism, keratoconus, or who have had corneal surgery.
Types of contact lenses
We offer many different types of contact lenses for people with unique visual needs and eye conditions, including specialty contact lenses.
Soft lenses
Soft, spherical contact lenses are the most common type of contact lens and the most prescribed. Traditional soft contact lenses are made of soft plastic polymers and water, allowing oxygen to pass through to the cornea. They are available in daily, weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly disposable options.
Daily disposables are a popular option for many people because they help ensure your lenses always stay fresh!
More about daily disposables
With single-use contact lenses, you throw away each day’s pair of contact lenses before bed and wear a fresh pair the next day. Since you discard your contact lenses at the end of each day, there’s no cleaning or storing, making them a great option for people with busy lifestyles. And, because you wear a new pair of lenses each day, there’s a lower risk of bacteria, viruses, or other contaminants building up on your lenses and causing infections. Our knowledgeable, friendly staff can help you decide if daily disposables are right for your vision needs and lifestyle.
Contact lenses for keratoconus
Keratoconus is an eye condition in which your cornea gets thinner and gradually begins to bulge outward into a cone shape. This can lead to blurry, distorted vision and make it difficult to wear traditional contact lenses.
More about Contact lenses for keratoconus
If you have keratoconus and have been struggling to find contact lenses that fit comfortably, don’t lose hope! Our eye care center offers a range of contacts designed specifically for this condition, including rigid gas permeable contact lenses and scleral lenses. Our eye doctor uses cutting-edge technologies like Konan specular microscopy to screen for keratoconus and other corneal diseases. We will then take precise measurements of your cornea to ensure that your contact lenses fit perfectly and provide the best vision.
Toric lenses
Toric contact lenses are made to correct astigmatism and are available in both soft and gas-permeable designs. These contact lenses have one horizontal power and one vertical power, and there’s a weight at the bottom so that they remain centered on the eyes.
Bifocal lenses
Bifocal lenses are designed to correct both near and far vision in one lens. They have two distinct sections, one for distance vision and one for close-up vision, allowing wearers to see clearly at all distances.
Scleral lenses
Scleral lenses are large lenses that cover the entire cornea and rest on the sclera, the white part of the eye. These lenses are often prescribed for people with irregular corneas or those who have had corneal transplants. They provide a more stable and comfortable fit than other contact lenses and can also help to correct vision problems such as astigmatism and keratoconus.
Multifocal lenses
Multifocal contact lenses are a popular option for people who have presbyopia, which is when your eyes gradually lose the ability to see things up close. Presbyopia is a normal part of aging and typically affects people over the age of 40. Many people with presbyopia need vision correction for both distance and near vision. Multifocal lenses are designed to correct both near and distance vision, so you can see clearly at a range of distances without needing to switch between different pairs of glasses or contact lenses.
Cosmetic lenses
Cosmetic lenses are contact lenses that are designed to change the color of your eyes. They are often used for cosmetic purposes and come in a wide range of colors and designs, including natural-looking colors, dramatic colors, and even designs that imitate animal or reptile eyes. They can be prescribed or bought as over-the-counter products, but it is essential to remember that all contact lenses should be fitted and prescribed by an eye doctor.
Rigid gas permeable lenses
Rigid gas permeable lenses, also known as RGP lenses, are made of a rigid material that allows oxygen to pass through the lens to the cornea. They are often prescribed to people with astigmatism, as they provide sharper vision than soft lenses. They are also an excellent option for people with irregular corneas, such as those with keratoconus.
Schedule a contact lens exam at VisionArts Eyecare Center in Fulton
At VisionArts Eyecare Center, we can help you determine what contact lenses you need. Our eye care professionals in Fulton are experts at ensuring your contacts fit properly and provide you with clear, comfortable vision. Book an eye exam with us today and let us know you’re interested in a contact lens exam and fitting.