Contact Lenses

At Lunettes du Monde Optometry, we offer a wide range of contact lens options to meet the diverse needs of our patients. Whether you're new to contact lenses or looking to explore different types, our experienced team is here to help you find the perfect fit for your lifestyle and vision needs.

Which lens is right for You??

Soft Contact Lenses

Soft Contact Lenses Soft contact lenses are the most popular type of contact lenses due to their comfort and flexibility. They are made from a soft, gel-like plastic that allows oxygen to pass through to the cornea.

  • Daily Disposables: Ideal for convenience and hygiene, these lenses are worn for a single day and then discarded.

  • Weekly/Bi-Weekly Disposables: These lenses are designed to be worn for one to two weeks, requiring nightly cleaning and storage.

  • Monthly Disposables: These lenses can be worn for up to a month with proper care and maintenance.

Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lenses

Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lenses RGP lenses are made from a firm, durable plastic that allows oxygen to pass through. They provide clear, crisp vision and are suitable for patients with astigmatism or other complex prescriptions. RGP lenses are long-lasting and can be worn for several years with proper care.

Toric Lenses

Toric Lenses Toric lenses are specially designed to correct astigmatism. They are available in both soft and RGP materials and come in various wearing schedules, including daily and extended wear options.

Multifocal Lenses

Multifocal Lenses Multifocal lenses are designed for patients with presbyopia, allowing for clear vision at all distances—near, intermediate, and far. They are available in soft and RGP materials, as well as in daily, bi-weekly, and monthly options.

Colored Contact Lenses

Colored Contact Lenses Colored contact lenses offer a fun way to change or enhance your eye color. They are available with or without vision correction and come in a variety of shades to suit your style.

Beyond the Regular Fit: Discover Specialty Lenses

For patients with specific eye conditions, we offer a range of specialty contact lenses, including:

  • Custom-Fit Gas Permeable Lenses: These lenses are tailored to fit your unique eye shape, providing excellent vision correction for conditions like keratoconus and severe astigmatism.

  • Scleral Lenses: Larger in diameter, scleral lenses vault over the cornea and rest on the sclera (the white part of the eye). They are ideal for irregular corneas, dry eye disease, and other complex conditions. Scleral lenses create a smooth optical surface and a reservoir of saline solution that can greatly enhance comfort and vision.

  • Hybrid Lenses (Synergeyes): These lenses combine the comfort of soft lenses with the clear vision of RGP lenses. They are perfect for patients with irregular corneas or those who need the sharp vision of RGPs but desire the comfort of soft lenses.

Ortho-Keratology (Ortho-K)

Ortho-K lenses are worn overnight to gently reshape the cornea. They are particularly effective for myopia control in children and can reduce the progression of nearsightedness. These lenses offer the benefit of clear vision during the day without the need for glasses or contact lenses.

Corneal Topography

At Lunettes du Monde Optometry, we utilize advanced corneal topography to optimize vision and match our patients with the most suitable modality of lenses. Corneal topography maps the surface curvature of the cornea, allowing us to:

  • Precisely fit contact lenses, including specialty lenses.

  • Diagnose and manage corneal conditions such as keratoconus.

  • Enhance the comfort and visual acuity of your contact lenses.

  • Monitor changes in the cornea over time, particularly for patients using Ortho-K lenses

The Contact Lens Fitting Process

Our contact lens fitting process is thorough and personalized to ensure optimal comfort and vision. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Comprehensive Eye Exam: We'll begin with a detailed eye examination to assess your overall eye health and determine your prescription.

  • Lifestyle Discussion: We'll discuss your daily activities, hobbies, and preferences to recommend the best contact lens options for you.

  • Corneal Topography: This advanced diagnostic tool helps us select the best lens parameters for your unique eye shape.

  • Trial Lenses: You'll be fitted with trial lenses to evaluate their comfort and vision. We'll teach you how to properly insert, remove, and care for your lenses.

  • Follow-Up Appointments: We'll schedule follow-up visits to monitor your eye health and make any necessary adjustments to your prescription or lens type.

Caring For Your Contact Lenses

Do:

  • Always wash your hands before handling contact lenses.

  • Carefully and regularly clean contact lenses, as directed by your optometrist. If recommended, rub the contact lenses with fingers and rinse thoroughly before soaking lenses overnight in sufficient multi-purpose solution to completely cover the lens.

  • Store lenses in the proper lens storage case and replace the case at a minimum of every three months. Clean the case after each use, and keep it open and dry between cleanings.

  • Only fresh solution should be used to clean and store contact lenses. Never Re-use old solution. Contact lens solution must be changed according to the manufacturer's recommendations, even if the lenses are not used daily.

  • Always follow the recommended contact lens replacement schedule prescribed by your optometrist.

  • Remove contact lenses before swimming or entering a hot tub.

  • Avoid tap water to wash or store contact lenses or lens cases.

  • See your optometrist for your regularly scheduled contact lens and eye examination.

Don't:

  • Use cream soaps. They can leave a film on your hands that can transfer to the lenses.

  • Use homemade saline solutions. Improper use of homemade saline solutions has been linked with a potentially blinding condition among soft lens wearers.

  • Put contact lenses in your mouth or moisten them with saliva, which is full of bacteria and a potential source of infection.

  • Use tap water to wash or store contact lenses or lens cases.

  • Share lenses with others.

  • Use products not recommended by your optometrist to clean and disinfect your lenses. Saline solution and rewetting drops are not designed to disinfect lenses.

At Lunettes du Monde Optometry, we're dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and the latest advancements in contact lens technology

Schedule an appointment with us today to explore your contact lens options and experience the freedom and convenience they offer.