Contact Lens Exam

Contact lenses should give you clear vision and stay comfortable throughout the day. We evaluate how each lens fits your eyes and fine-tune the prescription until it feels right.

Most insurance plans accepted

The Right Fit Matters

A contact lens sits directly on your eye, so the prescription is only part of the fit. Your doctor checks how the lens sits and moves, then uses trial lenses and your experience wearing them to refine the fit.

Our eye doctors offer contact lens exams at our offices in Oakton and Herndon.

What's Included in the Exam

Contacts for Near and Far

If reading screens, menus, or labels has become harder, contact lenses can still give you clear vision at both distance and near. Multifocal and monovision options let most patients move through the day without reaching for reading glasses.

Your doctor will help you find the option that gives you the best balance of distance and near vision, then refine it based on how it performs in everyday life.

Lenses Chosen With Care

Contact lens technology has come a long way. Better materials can keep lenses more comfortable throughout the day, retain moisture longer, provide built-in UV protection, and support healthier wear.

We don’t treat every contact lens as interchangeable. We choose from options that meet our standards for comfort, eye health, and everyday performance, then match those options to the person wearing them.

Every lens we fit earns its place by doing something better for our patient.

Your Best Lens Can Change

It’s common to wear the same contact lens for years without asking whether it’s still the best option. In that time, your eyes can change, your routine can change, and contact lens technology keeps moving forward.

We use the extra time in our exams to understand how you wear your contacts today. More screen time may make hydration more important. More time outdoors may make UV protection more useful. A lens that worked well years ago may no longer be the one we would choose for you now.

We fit the person you are today, not the prescription you started with years ago.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I get a contact lens exam?

Contact lens patients should have a contact lens exam once a year. Your prescription, eye health, tear film, and lens fit can change over time, even if your contacts still feel comfortable.

A contact lens prescription is different from a glasses prescription. During a contact lens exam, your doctor checks how the lenses sit on your eyes, how clearly you see through them, and whether they are staying comfortable and healthy for regular wear.

Daily contacts are usually our first choice. You start with a fresh pair every day, there’s no cleaning or storage, and there’s less opportunity for deposits to build up on the lenses. They’re especially useful when comfort, dryness, or allergies are concerns.

Weekly or monthly lenses can still be an excellent option when they fit well and are cared for properly. Your doctor will recommend the option that makes the most sense for your eyes and how you wear your contacts.

Most contact lens orders arrive within 3 to 5 business days. Once your order is placed, we process it as quickly as possible. Your contacts can be shipped directly to the address of your choice, or we can keep them at the office for pickup. If you are running low or have something coming up, let us know. When possible, we provide lenses to help hold you over until your supply arrives.

Yes. A contact lens exam at Solaire Vision includes a comprehensive eye exam, so you receive both your glasses prescription and your contact lens prescription. After your exam, our expert optical consultants can help you choose from our curated frame collection and advanced lens options. We focus on eyewear that feels clear, comfortable, and thoughtfully fitted to your prescription, your face, and the way you use your vision.

Yes. Solaire Vision is in network with most major vision insurance plans. Before your exam begins, our team reviews your expected copays and benefits with you, so you have a clearer understanding of how your plan may apply to your exam, contact lenses, glasses, or lens upgrades.

Ready to Find Your Best Fit?

Book your contact lens exam at Solaire Vision and we’ll help you find lenses that stay clear and comfortable throughout your day.