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Contact Lens Exam in Tucson

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Discover the Freedom and Convenience of Contact Lenses

  • Need bifocal or multifocal contacts?
  • Rigid gas permeable or soft lenses?
  • Disposables, dailies or colored contacts?

Contact lenses give wearers a full field of focused vision no matter where you look. Because they move with your eyes, contacts help allow you to track action with sharp and clear peripheral vision. Moreover, if you lead an active lifestyle, contacts provide more freedom and flexibility to enjoy your favorite sports.

A contact lens exam will help us determine the perfect contact lens fit for your eyes and lifestyle!

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Experience a New Perspective With Contact Lenses!

What to Expect From Your Contact Lens Exam

  • Regular eye exam

    During your comprehensive eye exam your optometrist will check that your eyes are healthy and will test your vision to determine your contact lens prescription.

  • Contact lens consultation

    During your contact lens exam your optometrist will check for dry eye symptoms and consult with you to determine what type of contact lenses are the best fit for your lifestyle and vision needs.

  • Contact lens fitting

    For ideal vision correction and comfort, contact lenses must fit well. Your optometrist will examine the size and shape of your cornea and pupil to ensure the right fit.

  • Contact lens trial and follow-up

    Your optometrist will insert trial lenses and ask you to keep them on for 15-20 minutes to be sure the fit is comfortable and vision is clear. After a few days, you'll come in for a follow-up evaluation.

Where Can I Get a Contact Lens Exam?

The right contact lenses, carefully fitted and prescribed by your optometrist, can provide many benefits and prevent discomfort and eye disease.

Once you have determined the right contact lens, you can start enjoying the benefits and freedom of daily or regular contact lens wear.

We offer contact lens exams at our eye clinic and will help determine the best contact lenses for your needs and eye shape. Simply schedule your appointment by contacting Alvernon Optical - Tanque Verde in Tucson today.

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Contact Lens Exams in Tucson

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Meet our Eye Doctors

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Davis Vision
  • Avesis
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EyeMed
  • Blue Cross
  • MetLife
Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 13, 2023
Great doctor and friendly staff. Great prices even without insurance.
- Nov. 12, 2023
This review is long overdue, but I must praise Nadia and Myranda for their excellent, above and beyo... nd, assistance in finding me affordable and gorgeous glasses. Amazing service! Highly, highly recommend! Thanks ladies!
- Oct. 28, 2023
For starters, the store was very clean and well organized. I don’t know if I can point out just o... ne employee to give credit to because everyone was so helpful and took the time to explain my lenses to me and help me pick out the best pair for my job (I work in Construction). I will, definitely be coming back for all my future needs. Highly recommend!!!
- Sep. 14, 2023
Always accommodating.
- May. 31, 2023
Dr. Peterson is amazing. She goes above and beyond to explain your vision and any issues she sees. I... have tried 3 places in town, this by far and above is the best on the Eastside! Best customer service and easy to schedule!
- May. 29, 2023
Alvernon Optical goes above and beyond for their customers! Staff are super helpful and actually car... e!
- Apr. 20, 2023
Friendly staff, promptly fixed an issue with my glasses.
- Mar. 27, 2023
Always helpful, plenty of styles to choose from
- Mar. 24, 2023
Got glasses that make me see better, that's what I went there for.
- Mar. 16, 2023
Alvernon Optical on Tanque Verde has friendly and knowledgeable staff and doctor.
- Jan. 22, 2023
Friendliness and knowledge of staff. Large amounts of frames to pick from.
- Nov. 15, 2022
Friendly staff, great customer experience, and high quality products!!! Service with a smile! Highly... recommend
- Sep. 19, 2022
Very good experience, all staff are polite, cheerful and engaging. The doctor performed all tests ne... eded to complete my eye exam and recommendations for reading glasses. I was given help and assistance choosing my frame and lens. All together a good experience
- Sep. 13, 2022
Great happy people thank you Great doctor and staff
- Aug. 08, 2022
I CAN SEE! 🥸 And the folks at Alvernon Optical are to thanks! I went in nervous hoping that it wo... uldn't be too overwhelming and they all made the entire process super relaxed and easy. I got my specs in less than a week and they feel and look great. From start to finish, it was a 10 out of 10!
- Aug. 04, 2022
Great, helpful and friendly staff. Their Optometrist is top-notch.
- Aug. 04, 2022
Normally getting new glasses is an awkward and difficult process as my prescription is fairly advanc... ed. Nadia took the time to get me the lenses that fit my needs and had such patience and skill adjusting the frames. She even caught a minor flaw and had it taken care of. Her attitude is fantastic. I will definitely be coming back for my next pair. Thank you, Nadia!
- Jun. 30, 2022
Could not have been more helpful.
- Jun. 18, 2022
Dr. Peterson was absolutely fantastic--professional, patient and personable--and answered all my que... stions. I'd highly recommend her!!! Alexis did my intake and retinal imaging and was very good.
- Jun. 07, 2022
I have been coming to this location for years, and the staff is excellent! I always leave satisfied.... I have worn glasses my whole life, and wanted to try contacts for the first time. I was very nervous going into my appointment but with the compassion and patience of the staff I was able to get through my exam and put it my order for contacts. 10/10 recommended this location for stress free eye appointments. Prices are very reasonable.

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Contact Lens Exams FAQs

Can dry eye sufferers wear contact lenses?

Usually, yes. While some types of contact lenses can aggravate symptoms of dry eye syndrome, such as eye dryness, redness and irritation, other contacts are perfectly suitable for dry eyes. Speak with an eye doctor near you regarding your dry eye symptoms, and they'll prescribe the perfect contact lenses for ultimate comfort.

Can a child wear contact lenses?

It's a case-by-case basis. Typically, eye doctors don’t prescribe contacts to children under the age of 11 or 12, though there are exceptions. Wearing contact lenses requires responsible care, including cleaning and disinfecting routines. Most teenagers can handle contact lens care if they’re motivated to wear contacts.

Do I need an eye exam and prescription for tinted contact lenses?

Yes! Even if you’re just using contacts to change the color of your eyes, you still need an eye exam and a prescription. Contact lenses are a medical device and require fitting by an eye doctor.

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