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Contact Lens Fittings
Get a current contact lens prescription!
A valid, up-to-date contact lens prescription is essential for clear vision, comfort, and eye health. At View Optometry in North Vancouver, our experienced optometrists use advanced diagnostic tools to evaluate your eyes and recommend the best contact lens options for your lifestyle.
What to expect during your contact lens appointment
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: we’ll teach you how to insert and remove lenses confidently
Official sign-off by an optometrist after you demonstrate safe insertion and removal
Why updated contact lens prescriptions matter
Ensure correct lens power and fit for optimal vision and comfort
Prevent complications like irritation, infection, or corneal damage
Access to newer lens materials and technologies that improve breathability and wear time
Book your contact lens fitting at View Optometry in North Vancouver today to get your current prescription and expert training for safe, comfortable wear.
FAQs
How young can a child be to start wearing contact lenses?
There’s no single “right” age for every child, but many eye care professionals, including ours at View Optometry, commonly start children around 10 years old. That said, readiness depends more on the child’s maturity, hygiene habits, and ability to follow care instructions than on age alone.
Key factors to consider
Maturity and responsibility: Can the child follow cleaning routines, avoid touching eyes with dirty hands, and keep track of lenses and solutions? These skills matter more than chronological age.
Manual dexterity: Inserting and removing lenses requires steady hands and good coordination. Younger children may need help with insertion even if they can remove them.
Hygiene habits: Consistent hand washing and proper lens care reduce the risk of infection. Daily disposable lenses are easier to manage and safer for young wearers.
Parental involvement: Parents or caregivers who supervise daily routines and storage reduce risks and improve success.
Why daily disposable lenses are recommended for children
Lower infection risk: Fresh lens each day eliminates cleaning and storage steps that can introduce contamination.
Easier compliance: No nightly cleaning or solution required, which simplifies care for busy families.
Comfort and convenience: Often more comfortable and less likely to cause irritation for first-time wearers.
Myopia control (MiSight and other specialty lenses)
For children with progressive myopia (nearsightedness), specialty contact lenses like MiSight are an effective option to slow worsening vision.
These lenses are prescribed specifically for myopia control and are typically used in school-aged children who can handle lens care or when daily disposables designed for myopia control are appropriate.
Regular follow-up is essential to monitor eye health, lens fit, and myopia progression.
Practical advice for parents
Start with an eye exam and a contact lens fitting: A comprehensive exam ensures contacts are safe and suitable. A fitting teaches the child how to insert, remove, and care for lenses.
Consider a trial period: Let your child try daily disposables under supervision to assess comfort and responsibility.
Teach and supervise hygiene: Reinforce hand washing, no sleeping in lenses unless prescribed, and avoiding water contact while wearing lenses.
Schedule regular checkups: Follow-ups allow your optometrist to check fit, eye health, and whether myopia control measures are working.
If you’re considering contacts for your child or want to discuss myopia control options like MiSight, book a contact lens consultation and fitting at View Optometry. We’ll evaluate readiness, recommend the safest lens type, and set up a follow-up plan tailored to your child’s needs.
Is there a lens I can wear overnight and not need glasses or contacts during the day?
Yes, it’s called orthokeratology (ortho-k). Orthokeratology uses rigid gas-permeable contact lenses worn overnight to gently reshape the cornea, flattening it so that you wake with clearer vision without daytime lenses or glasses. Our North Vancouver optometry clinic has added advanced diagnostic technology to provide precise ortho-k fittings and monitoring.
Ortho-k is also an effective myopia control strategy for children and teens, reducing the rate of nearsighted progression with ongoing overnight lens wear and follow-up care. Book an assessment at View Optometry to see if you or your child are a good candidate for orthokeratology.
