Contact Lens Exams & Fittings in Idaho Falls

Contact lenses work best when they fit your eyes perfectly. At Parkway Eyecare, our contact lens exams go beyond a basic prescription—we carefully measure and evaluate your eyes to make sure your lenses feel comfortable, keep your vision clear, and protect your eye health. Whether you’re trying contacts for the first time or updating your current fit, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

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Why Contact Lens Exams Are Important

Contact lenses rest directly on the surface of your eyes, which means they need to fit properly to stay comfortable and safe. A basic prescription isn’t enough—without the right fit, lenses can cause irritation, dryness, or even damage to your eyes.

That’s why contact lens exams are an important part of eye care. Dr. Heintz takes time to measure your eyes, check your tear quality, and make sure your lenses are the best match for your vision and lifestyle. These extra steps protect your eye health while giving you clear, comfortable vision.

What Happens During a Contact Lens Exam?

A contact lens exam at Parkway Eyecare is simple, thorough, and designed to give you the best fit possible. During your visit, you can expect:

  1. Comprehensive Eye Health Check: We start by examining your eyes to make sure they’re healthy enough for contact lens wear.

  2. Precise Measurements: We measure the shape and size of your cornea to ensure the lenses fit comfortably and securely.

  3. Tear Film Evaluation: Healthy tears are essential for contact lens comfort, so we check how well your eyes stay hydrated.

  4. Trial Lens Fitting: We place trial lenses on your eyes so you can experience the fit and clarity firsthand.

  5. Education and Care Guidance: If you’re new to contacts, we’ll teach you how to insert, remove, and care for your lenses with confidence.

By the end of your appointment, you’ll know exactly which lenses work best for you, and you’ll leave with clear vision and peace of mind.

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First-Time Wearers

Trying contact lenses for the first time can feel a little intimidating, but we make the process easy and stress-free. Dr. Heintz and our team spend extra time with new wearers to ensure they feel confident and comfortable.

During your appointment, we’ll guide you through:

  • Insertion and Removal Training: Step-by-step practice until you feel comfortable handling your lenses.

  • Care and Cleaning: Simple instructions for keeping your lenses safe and your eyes healthy.

  • Safe Wear Habits: Tips on how long to wear your lenses, when to replace them, and what signs to watch for.

Parents of teens can feel reassured knowing we provide extra support and education to help young patients succeed with their first pair of contacts.

Specialty Contact Lens Fittings

Some patients need more than standard soft lenses to see comfortably. At Parkway Eyecare, our eye doctor has extensive experience fitting advanced contact lenses, including:

  • Scleral Lenses: Larger lenses that vault over the cornea, perfect for patients with keratoconus, irregular corneas, or severe dry eye.

  • RGP (Rigid Gas-Permeable) Lenses: Small, firm lenses that provide crisp, sharp vision for certain prescriptions.

  • Myopia Management Lenses: Specialized contacts like MiSight® 1-day and multifocal lenses designed to slow nearsightedness in children.

These lenses require a precise, careful fitting, and we are one of the most trusted practices in Idaho Falls for this type of advanced care.

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Ongoing Care & Follow-Ups

Your eyes can change over time, and so can the way your contacts fit. That’s why follow-up visits are an important part of contact lens care at Parkway Eyecare. After your initial fitting, we schedule a check-in to make sure your lenses are comfortable, your vision is clear, and your eyes remain healthy.

If adjustments are needed, we’ll fine-tune your prescription or try different lens options until we find the perfect match. And if you ever have concerns, our team is here to help.