Contact Lenses

Contact Lens Exams and Fittings in Everett, WA

Contact lens technology has come a long way. Today’s contact lenses are more comfortable, breathable, and designed with eye health in mind, making them an excellent option for many people who want clear vision without wearing glasses.

At Silver Lake Eye Care Center, Dr. Darran Kim, Dr. Katy Tan, and our experienced eye care team provide comprehensive contact lens exams and fittings for a wide range of vision needs. We fit and manage both routine and complex contact lens cases, including contact lenses for astigmatism, presbyopia, keratoconus, irregular corneas, and other challenging prescriptions.

We recommend starting with a comprehensive eye exam and contact lens exam. During your visit, we evaluate your eye health and vision, discuss your lifestyle and visual needs, review the available contact lens options, and determine which lenses provide the best combination of clear vision, comfort, and eye health. Our goal is to help you find contact lenses that fit properly, feel comfortable, and support your long-term vision needs.

Whether you are a first-time contact lens wearer or have struggled to find comfortable lenses in the past, our team can help you explore your options.
 

Types of Contact Lenses We Fit

We offer a wide range of contact lens options, including:

• Soft daily disposable lenses — Comfortable, convenient, low-maintenance lenses that are ideal for many patients, including those with active lifestyles.

• Toric contact lenses — Designed to correct astigmatism.

• Multifocal contact lenses — Provide vision correction at multiple distances for patients with presbyopia.

• Rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses — Provide sharp, stable vision for certain prescriptions and corneal conditions.

• Scleral lenses — Specialty contact lenses for conditions such as keratoconus, irregular corneas, and severe dry eye disease.

• Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) lenses — Worn overnight to temporarily reshape the cornea for daytime vision correction and myopia management.

• Hybrid contact lenses — Combine the clarity of an RGP lens with the comfort of a soft outer skirt.

• Colored and cosmetic contact lenses — For patients interested in changing or enhancing their eye color.

Looking for lens options specifically for your child? Visit our Myopia Management page to learn how contact lenses can help slow nearsightedness progression in kids.
 

What Happens During a Contact Lens Fitting

A contact lens fitting is more than simply matching your glasses prescription. It is a detailed evaluation designed to help ensure that your contact lenses are safe, comfortable, and provide clear vision.

During your fitting, we evaluate:

• Corneal curvature and shape

• Pupil size

• Tear film and ocular surface health

• Contact lens movement and positioning

• Comfort and vision with trial lenses

Improperly fitted contact lenses and contact lens misuse can lead to serious complications, including eye infections and vision loss. Professional fitting, proper lens care, and ongoing follow-up are important for maintaining healthy eyes while wearing contact lenses.
 

Why Purchase Contact Lenses From Us?

When you purchase contact lenses through Silver Lake Eye Care Center, you receive more than just a box of lenses. Our team is available to help you throughout the process, from your initial contact lens exam and fitting to ordering, follow-up care, and troubleshooting.

• Defective lens exchanges: We stand behind the contact lens products we provide and offer defective lens exchanges at no additional charge when applicable.

• Ongoing support: Our team is available to answer questions and provide assistance if you experience concerns with your contact lenses.

• Emergency backup lenses: We can provide you complimentary lenses to hold you over, should you run out.

• Manufacturer rebates: We offer manufacturer rebates which often allow us to beat most competitor’s prices.

• Insurance assistance: Our team can help you understand and maximize your available vision insurance benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is a contact lens exam different from a regular eye exam?
Yes. A comprehensive eye exam evaluates your overall eye health and vision, while a contact lens exam and fitting also evaluate how a contact lens fits and performs on your eye. Contact lens patients require additional measurements and evaluation to help ensure proper fit, comfort, clear vision, and healthy contact lens wear.

2. Does my insurance cover contact lenses?
Most vision insurance plans (including VSP and EyeMed) include an annual allowance toward your contact lens exam and materials. Our team will verify your specific benefits before your visit — contact us or call (425) 338-5400 for details.

3. Can I wear contact lenses if I have astigmatism?
Yes. Many patients with astigmatism can successfully wear contact lenses. Toric soft contact lenses, RGP lenses, hybrid lenses, and scleral lenses may be options depending on the severity and type of astigmatism.

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