Being able to see well is essential to performing the activities of everyday life. For those with imperfect but correctable vision, contact lenses can help to improve sight. Here at Skowron Eyecare in Elmhurst, IL, your optometrists offer a full range of eye care services to their patients—read on to learn more about how contacts from our office can help you!
 

What kinds of contacts are available?

Hard contacts are rigid gas-permeable lenses that allow for more oxygen to flow through the lens material to the eyes. They offer crisp, clear vision, and they can correct most flaws in your vision.
 

Soft contacts are made of a flexible plastic material that allows oxygen to pass through the lens to the eyes. Soft contacts provide better initial comfort than hard contacts. Colored contacts allow you to correct your vision and eye color at the same time.
 

How long will it take to get used to my contacts?

Most patients get used to the feel of contact lenses within a couple of days of wearing them, with the comfort tending to increase each day. If your contacts are still not comfortable after the first week, your healthcare provider may need to switch you to a different type of contact lens.
 

Should contacts be worn while playing sports?

Sports vision specialists agree that contacts are the best vision correction option for fitness enthusiasts and athletes. They can correct your vision flaws, and unlike eyeglasses, they stay in place and eliminate the risk of glasses-related injuries.
 

Am I a good candidate for contact lenses?

The quality that makes you a good candidate for contact lenses is motivation. Most people can successfully wear contact lenses if they're excited about them and are willing to give them a try. That being said, patients with abnormally dry eyes might have a more difficult time wearing contacts.
 

Call our Elmhurst office today!

If you need contact lenses, why wait? We can help you today! Call Skowron Eye Care at (630) 834-6244  to schedule a contact lens exam. You will experience exemplary service and state-of-the-art care at our Elmhurst practice.