Contact Lens Prescriptions at Vision Plus in Vero Beach FL

Thanks to advancements in optical technology, contact lenses are now available for almost everyone with vision impairments. Vision Plus offers customized contact lens solutions for conditions like astigmatism, high prescriptions, keratoconus, and bifocal or multifocal needs, ensuring optimal vision and comfort.

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Contact Lenses at Vision Plus

Contact lenses offer a superior alternative to traditional eyeglasses, providing sharp vision without the inconvenience of frames. At Vision Plus, our modern contact lenses can suit almost anyone, thanks to cutting-edge designs and materials. Our advanced technology enables us to fit lenses for a variety of vision challenges, including:

• Astigmatism: Correcting irregular corneal shapes for crisp vision.
• High-Prescription Lenses: Addressing Severe Nearsightedness or Farsightedness.
• Eye Conditions like Keratoconus: Offering specialized lenses for irregular corneas.
• Bifocal or Multifocal Needs: Providing clear vision at all distances for presbyopia.

We deliver contact lenses that enhance your vision, prioritize your comfort, and safeguard your eye health. Are you tired of glasses slipping during sports or seeking a seamless vision correction option? Vision Plus has the perfect solution for you.

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Advanced Specialty Contact Lenses - Scleral & Hybrid Contact Lens Fittings

Vision Plus is proud to offer advanced specialty contact lens options, including scleral and hybrid contact lenses, with fittings performed by Dr. Watkins, who specializes in these highly customized solutions.

Scleral Contact Lenses:

Scleral lenses are larger-diameter gas-permeable lenses that rest on the white part of the eye (the sclera) rather than the cornea. This design allows the lens to vault over the cornea, creating a smooth optical surface and a fluid reservoir that keeps the eyes hydrated.

Scleral lenses are ideal for patients with:

• Keratoconus and other corneal irregularities
• Post-surgical corneas (LASIK, corneal transplants, etc.)
• Severe dry eye syndrome
• High or irregular prescriptions not correctable with standard lenses
  

Patients often experience dramatically clearer vision and all-day comfort, even when other contact lenses have failed.

Hybrid Contact Lenses

Hybrid contact lenses combine the best of both worlds—a rigid gas-permeable center for crisp vision with a soft outer skirt for enhanced comfort.

Hybrid lenses are a great option for patients who:

• Need sharper vision than soft lenses can provide
• Want better comfort than traditional rigid lenses
• Have mild to moderate corneal irregularities
• Struggle to adapt to RGP lenses

Dr. Watkins’ expertise ensures precise fittings, optimal vision correction, and long-term comfort with both scleral and hybrid lenses.

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Contact Lens Exam

A contact lens exam at Vision Plus provides a thorough evaluation of your eye health and vision quality. Since contact lenses are classified as medical devices, a prescription is legally required for purchase. Our eye doctors ensure that your lenses fit appropriately and promote your eye health. We recommend annual exams to monitor changes in your vision and ensure your prescription remains up to date.

Contact Lens Exam Process
When you visit Vision Plus for a contact lens exam, you’ll experience a personalized and thorough process designed to deliver the best possible outcome. Here’s what to expect:

• Comprehensive Eye Exam: We begin with a standard assessment of your vision and overall eye health to establish a baseline.
• Contact Lens Fitting: This step involves precise measurements unique to contact lenses, including:
• Corneal Curvature: Measuring the shape of your cornea (the clear front surface of your eye) to ensure a proper fit.
• Pupil and Iris Size: Optional measurements for certain lens types or cosmetic preferences.
• Tear Film Evaluation: Assessing tear production for patients with dry eyes to select compatible lenses.

Our goal is to ensure your lenses offer both clarity and comfort. If trial lenses are available, you may leave with them the same day. Otherwise, we’ll schedule a follow-up fitting once your custom lenses arrive.

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Contact Lens Options at Vision Plus

Vision Plus offers a range of contact lens types to cater to various preferences and needs. Here’s a closer look at your options:

Soft Contact Lenses

• Made of flexible, oxygen-permeable plastics
• Easier to adjust to
• More comfortable than rigid lenses
• Advanced silicone-hydrogel materials provide enhanced oxygen flow

Rigid Gas-Permeable (RGP) Contact Lenses

• More durable
• Resistant to deposit buildup
• Cost-effective over time
• Easier to handle
• Slight adjustment period compared to soft lenses

Disposable Contact Lenses

• Daily disposable options available
• FDA-regulated
• Convenient and hygienic
• Various replacement schedules to suit individual needs

Decorative (Plano) Contact Lenses

• Non-vision correcting
• Purely cosmetic purposes
• FDA-regulated
• Options for changing eye color or creating special effects

Brands We Carry

• Alcon
• Acuvue
• Cooper Vision
• And more specialized brands

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Your Contact Lens Prescription: What Do the Numbers Mean?

Your contact lens prescription contains key details to ensure the right fit and correction. Here’s a breakdown:

• OD/OS: Right eye (OD) and left eye (OS).
• Spherical Correction: A positive number for farsightedness or negative for nearsightedness.
• Astigmatism Correction: Includes cylinder (power) and axis (angle).
• Base Curve (BC): The lens curvature, typically 8-10.
• Diameter (DA): The lens width.
• Additional Corrections: “ADD” for reading or prism for alignment issues.

Even cosmetic lenses require a prescription to guarantee safety and comfort. Our doctors are happy to explain your prescription and guide your choices.

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Meet Our Experienced Doctors

Our optometrists bring expertise and passion to Vision Plus:

Dr. Kris E. Smith:

• Doctor of Optometry from Ferris State College (1983)
• Background in contact lens research and FDA investigation
• Vision Plus owner since 2000
• Leads a 16-member professional team

Dr. Craig Horner:

• Southern College of Optometry graduate
• Practicing since 1985
• Continues a family legacy in optometry dating back to 1919

Dr. Kori Watkins:

• Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry graduate
• Completed specialty residency at the VA & Moran Eye Center (Utah)
• Specializes in Scleral & Hybrid Contact Lens Fittings

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Vision and Medical Insurance for Contact Lens Prescriptions

Navigating insurance can be tricky, but Vision Plus makes it simple:

• Vision Care Plans: Cover routine exams and eyewear purchases.
• Medical Insurance: Addresses eye diseases or conditions (e.g., glaucoma treatment).

We accept plans from many providers for both vision and medical care. Depending on your needs, we may bill both types of insurance or schedule separate visits for specific conditions. Our team utilizes coordination of benefits to minimize your costs, ensuring affordable and high-quality care.