Find Contact Lenses That Work for You
We take a personalized approach to contact lens care in Dalton. Our team checks your vision and eye health. We also ask about your daily life and comfort needs. Then we help you choose lenses that stay comfortable all day.
Contact Lens Exams & Fittings in Dalton, GA
Whether you're interested in contact lenses for the first time, ready to update your prescription, or searching for a more comfortable option, our optometrist is here to help. Contact lenses offer freedom during work, sports, school, travel, and everyday activities, but success starts with finding the right lens for your eyes.
What Is a Contact Lens Exam?
A contact lens exam is like a full eye exam, with a few extra tests. These tests help us fit your contacts safely and comfortably.
During your visit, we check your eye shape and eye health. We look at your tear film, too. We confirm your contact lens prescription. Then we talk through lens options that fit your vision and daily life.
Because contact lenses sit directly on the surface of your eyes, a proper fit is essential for both comfort and long-term eye health.
Contact Lenses and Dry Eye
Many patients assume that dry eyes automatically mean they can no longer wear contact lenses. In many cases, that's not true.
Dry eye disease, ocular surface disease, and meibomian gland dysfunction can all affect contact lens comfort. Because Dalton Optometry offers advanced dry eye evaluations and treatment, we can find what is causing your irritation. We can also identify the reasons for your dry eyes and fluctuating vision. We then recommend solutions designed to improve comfort.
For some patients, treating the underlying cause of dry eye symptoms can make contact lens wear more comfortable again.
Contact Lenses for Children & Teens
Many children and teens enjoy the convenience and confidence that contact lenses provide. Contact lenses can be a great option for sports, school activities, and active lifestyles when proper hygiene and lens care are maintained.
Our team evaluates each child's vision, eye health, maturity level, and lifestyle before recommending contact lenses. We also offer MiSight contact lenses as part of our myopia management program for children whose nearsightedness continues to progress.
Specialty Contact Lens Evaluations
Some eye conditions and visual challenges require advanced fitting techniques and specialty lens designs.
Our specialty contact lens evaluations help identify options for patients with dry eye disease, irregular corneas, keratoconus, and other complex vision concerns. Advanced diagnostic technology allows us to gather detailed information about your eyes and recommend contact lenses that may provide improved comfort and visual performance.
Scleral lenses are larger specialty contact lenses that rest on the sclera, the white part of the eye, rather than directly on the cornea. This design creates a fluid-filled reservoir between the lens and the eye, helping maintain moisture while providing exceptional visual clarity.
Many patients with dry eye disease, keratoconus, irregular corneas, or previous contact lens challenges experience improved comfort and vision with scleral lenses. For patients who have been told they are not good candidates for contact lenses, scleral lenses may provide another option worth exploring.
Schedule Your Contact Lens Exam
Contact lenses should provide clear vision, dependable comfort, and confidence throughout your day. Our team is here to help you find options that suit your eyes, lifestyle, and goals.