FITTINGS FOR EVERY LENS TYPEContact Lens Fittings in North Vancouver
A valid, up-to-date contact lens prescription is essential for clear vision, comfort, and eye health. Our optometrists use advanced diagnostic tools to evaluate your eyes and recommend the best contact lens options for your lifestyle.
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Independently owned since 2017
Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver
WHAT TO EXPECTGet A Current Contact Lens Prescription
Comprehensive contact lens fitting to ensure lenses sit comfortably and securely on your eyes
Evaluation of vision and corneal health with the latest technology
Personalized lens recommendations, including daily, monthly, toric, multifocal, and specialty lenses
Full instruction on proper lens care, cleaning, and hygiene to reduce the risk of infection
One-on-one hands-on training for new wearers, insertion and removal, taught with confidence
Official sign-off by an optometrist after you demonstrate safe insertion and removal
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CONTACT LENS FITTINGSWhy Updated Contact Lens Prescriptions Matter
An outdated prescription isn't just a hassle, it affects how your lenses actually perform on your eyes.
What A Refit Gets You
The correct power and fit for your eyes now, not last year's.
Access to newer lens materials that breathe better.
Signs You're Overdue
Dryness or discomfort by end of day.
Blurrier vision than you remember.
It's been over a year since your last fitting
What We Check
Corneal health and shape.
Lens movement and centration.
Tear film quality
WHY IT MATTERSA current prescription ensures the correct lens power and fit for optimal vision and comfort. It also helps prevent complications like irritation, infection, or corneal damage, while giving you access to newer lens materials and technologies that improve breathability and wear time.
A TEAM THAT CARES ABOUT YOUDr. Teri Hines & Dr. Jennifer Leung
Dr. Hines opened View Optometry in 2017 after training at Simon Fraser University and completing her Doctor of Optometry with honours at Pacific University in Oregon. Dr. Leung joined after studying at UBC and earning her Doctor of Optometry with honours from the University of Waterloo, bringing a special interest in post-concussion vision care. Together, they lead a clinic built on unrushed exams and honest recommendations.
CONTACT LENSES FOR EVERYONEThere's No Single "Right" Age
Many eye care professionals, including ours at View Optometry, commonly start children around 10 years old, but readiness depends more on the child's maturity, hygiene habits, and ability to follow care instructions than on age alone.
We usually recommend daily disposable lenses for younger wearers: a fresh lens each day means no cleaning or storage steps that can introduce contamination, which makes compliance easier for busy families and is often more comfortable for first-time wearers.
Maturity & responsibility: can they follow cleaning routines and keep track of lenses without reminders?
Manual dexterity: insertion and removal takes steady hands; younger kids may need help at first
Hygiene habits: consistent hand-washing matters more than age
Parental involvement: supervision of daily routines improves success and reduces risk
Myopia Control With MiSight
For children with progressive myopia, specialty contact lenses like MiSight are an effective option to slow worsening vision. They're prescribed specifically for myopia control, typically for school-aged children, with regular follow-up to monitor eye health, lens fit, and progression.
Start with an eye exam and a contact lens fitting together, the exam confirms contacts are safe and suitable, and the fitting teaches insertion, removal, and care. Consider a supervised trial period with daily disposables to gauge comfort and responsibility, and schedule regular checkups to track fit, eye health, and myopia control progress.
Is There A Lens I Can Wear Overnight?
Yes, it's called orthokeratology (Ortho-K). It uses rigid gas-permeable lenses worn overnight to gently reshape the cornea, flattening it so you wake up with clearer vision without daytime lenses or glasses. We use advanced diagnostic technology for precise Ortho-K fittings and ongoing monitoring. Ortho-K is also an effective myopia control strategy for children and teens, reducing the rate of nearsighted progression with continued overnight wear and follow-up care.
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Eye Exams
Comprehensive, unrushed exams for every age.
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Daily, toric, multifocal, and specialty lenses.
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Myopia Control
Slowing nearsightedness progression in kids, early.
Frequently Asked Questions
How young can a child be to start wearing contact lenses?
There's no single right age, it depends on maturity, hygiene habits, and the ability to follow care instructions, more than age alone. We commonly start children around 10, usually with daily disposables.
Why are daily disposable lenses recommended for kids?
No nightly cleaning or storage means lower infection risk and easier compliance, and they're often more comfortable for first-time wearers.
Can contacts help slow my child's myopia?
Yes, specialty lenses like MiSight or Ortho K are prescribed specifically for myopia control, with regular follow-up to track how well it's working.
Is there a lens I can wear overnight instead of glasses or daytime contacts?
Yes, Ortho-K, rigid lenses worn overnight that reshape your cornea temporarily, giving you clear vision all day without anything in or on your eyes.
INDEPENDENTLY OWNED SINCE 2017What Clients Are Saying
We believe in supporting the community that supports us, from sponsoring local school events to contributing to the Harvest Project, and from patient education to hands-on volunteer eye care work overseas. Quality care, delivered locally, by people who plan to be your optometrist for years to come.
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