Wiles Eye Center offers comprehensive eye exams and a wide selection of contact lenses. The staff at Wiles Eye Center uses some of the most advanced technologies in our optometry offices. We also accept most major vision insurance plans for the convenience of our patients.
The experienced optometrists at Wiles Eye Center in Kansas City, MO work meticulously to provide their patients with the highest quality care and vision correction solutions. They offer comprehensive eye exams to help fit their patients with fashionable eyeglasses and brand-name contact lenses. Dr. Rachel Tischinski, O.D, is well-known for her ability to help contact lens wearers who are traditionally troubled with the correct contact lens selection. With the help of our optometrists and opticians, contact lenses patients can achieve crystal-clear vision.
Available Types of Contact Lenses
Soft contact lenses: These flexible plastic lenses are comfortable to wear and safe to use. Soft and breathable, they allow oxygen to pass through to the cornea.
Rigid gas permeable lenses: These lenses are slightly stiffer and more resistant to deposit buildup and tearing than soft contacts. They require some getting used to, and initially are not as comfortable to wear as soft contacts.
Daily disposable contact lenses. These lenses are intended to be worn once during the day and disposed of at night. A new pair of lenses must be worn each day.
Extended wear contact lenses: These lenses are designed to be worn for prolonged periods of time. They can be worn overnight or continually for up to 30 days. They are usually soft and made of a flexible plastic material that allows oxygen to permeate through the lens to the cornea.
Wiles Eye Center Contact Lenses Advantage
Patients at Wiles Eye Center receive professional, attentive care and the highest quality products to aid in the correction of their vision. We also offer many cost-saving options to our patients and accept most major vision insurance plans. Our staff is dedicated to providing the personalized attention that each person needs in the selection of their contact lenses. It is our mission to ensure that every patient at Wiles Eye Center receives the most beneficial vision correction solutions for their personal needs.
How Does a Contact Lens Appointment Work?
A contact lens appointment involves checking the health of your eyes and taking measurements of your eye (including your cornea, pupil and iris) to ensure your contacts fit your eyes comfortably. Your body’s ability to produce tears may also be evaluated to ensure you can wear contacts safely and comfortably. The optometrist will ask you questions about your lifestyle and personal preferences to help find the contact lens type that is right for your needs. If it is your first time wearing contacts, you may wear trial contact lenses for up to a week to check how they fit and whether they provide good vision. The optometrist will also go over proper contact lens care and may suggest suitable cleaning products.
Frequently Asked Questions About Contacts
How many hours a day should I wear contacts?
How long you can wear your contacts depends on the type of lens. In most cases, you can comfortably wear your contacts for a full day (anywhere from eight to 16 hours) without problems.
Can I swim with contacts?
You should avoid wearing contacts while swimming, because contacts act like a sponge and soak up whatever they come into contact with. Microorganisms and bacteria found in water can end up getting trapped between your contacts and your eyes and leading to infection and other complications.
Who cannot wear contacts?
Some people cannot wear contacts due to the shape of their eyes or eye conditions like dry eye disease.
Can a contact lens get lost behind my eye?
No, contact lenses cannot get lost behind your eyes. If you have trouble dislodging a lens, an eye doctor can help you remove it.
Can I wear contacts if I’m playing sports?
Yes. Contact lenses actually provide better vision than glasses for sports since they offer peripheral vision. And, contact lenses are safer than wearing glasses because eyeglass lenses can break during a game or practice and lead to eye injuries.
If I already wear contact lenses, do I need a fitting?
You should have regular eye exams to check the health of your eyes and ensure your prescription is up to date. If you want to switch to a new pair, you will need a contact lens fitting.
Are contact lenses safe for kids?
Yes, kids can safely tolerate contact lenses.
Make an Appointment for Contact Lenses
If you would like to receive a comprehensive eye exam and/or adjust your prescription, please use our online appointment form, or call us at 816-455-2020.