Why Contact Lens Follow-Up Appointments Are Important

Switching to contact lenses brings newfound convenience and clarity to your daily life. But unfortunately, it can be easy to neglect follow-up appointments, especially when you have already adjusted to wearing contacts and everything seems to be going fine. In this post, Vienna Eyecare Center discusses how skipping a follow-up visit to your optometrist can impact your eye health later on.

The Purpose of Contact Lens Follow-Up Appointments

Follow-up appointments for your contact lenses aren’t just casual walkthroughs. They serve distinct purposes, different from general eye check-ups. A contact lens follow-up appointment focuses on assessing the compatibility of your lenses with your eyes, detecting harmful lens wear and eye infections, ensuring the right fit, and evaluating your vision with the lenses.

What to Expect During a Follow-Up Exam

A follow-up appointment is pretty straightforward, usually taking less than an hour. Typically, it includes:

Assessing the comfort and fit of your lenses through a thorough eye exam
Checking your vision
Discussing your lens-wearing experience

Preparing for Your Contact Lens Follow-Up Exam

First, bring your current contact lenses and prescription glasses for a thorough assessment. Take note of any changes or discomfort experienced since your last appointment and jot down questions for clear communication with your eye doctor.

Briefly review recent lifestyle adjustments that might impact your contact lens experience. Anticipate eye tests during the exam, including visual acuity and eye health evaluations. Before your appointment, remove any eye makeup and maintain good eye hygiene for optimal examination conditions.

Pack your insurance information to streamline the process, and be prepared for a pupillary distance check if you’re considering switching between glasses and contacts. Finally, adhere to any care instructions provided by your specialist in the days leading up to the exam.

With these streamlined steps, you’ll be well-prepared for a successful and efficient contact lens follow-up.

Vienna Eyecare Center is a trusted eye care provider. We utilize a personalized approach to ensure your comfort and meet your needs. Call us at (703) 938-7633 or visit our contact page to schedule a consultation. We serve patients in Fairfax, VA, and surrounding areas.

Dr. Richard Snively