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Contact Lenses & Contact Lens Fitting in Maitland

Experience the Comfort and Freedom of Contact Lenses

(407) 647-3937

Do your glasses get fogged up and splattered in the rain?

Are your eyeglasses getting in the way of playing sports?

Want to reinvent your look?

If you’ve been diagnosed with nearsightedness, farsightedness, or even astigmatism, contact lenses are a great choice to help you see clearly. Contacts offer a full field of focused vision wherever you look. Because they move with your eyes, they allow you track moving objects with sharp and clear and peripheral vision.

Lake Howell Eye Associates will help you find the perfect contact lenses for your needs and lifestyle.

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How Contacts Can Help You See & Look Your Best

  • They’re great for sports and the outdoors

    Contacts offer a clear, wide field of vision, so that you can keep your eye on the ball, no matter where it is.

  • They provide visual comfort like never before

    Today’s contact lenses are made from a wide range of comfortable, breathable materials, ensuring a great wearing experience.

  • You can choose from a range of options

    Whether you need monthly, weekly, or daily lenses for single vision, astigmatism, multifocal correction, or even colored and toric lenses, we've got you covered with contact options to fit every need and lifestyle!

  • They’re perfect for every situation

    Contact lenses won’t get wet in the rain or fog up when you wear a mask. Enjoy the freedom, comfort and convenience of contacts on a night out, when exercising, or just an ordinary day at the office.


What to Expect at Your Contact Lens Exam & Fitting in Maitland

  • Eye doctor consultation

    During your contact lens exam, your eye doctor will ask you about your medical history and discuss any lifestyle or health considerations you may have. Do you have astigmatism or dry eye syndrome? Seeking colored contact lenses? Are you over 40 and struggling to read small print in books and menus? No matter the issue, we'll make sure you get the perfect contacts for your needs.

  • Get your contact lenses fitted

    Poorly fitted contacts can cause blurry vision, discomfort and may even damage the cornea. To ensure you have the most comfortable fit possible, your eye doctor will take measurements and run tests to find the right contact lens for you.

  • Receive your trial pair of contact lenses

    Once your eye doctor has determined the optimal lenses for your needs and eyes, they will often offer you a trial pair. Once you’re satisfied with the comfort and clarity of vision these contacts provide, you can buy as many contact lenses as you need for ultimate comfort and clear vision.

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Contact Lens FAQs

Can children wear contact lenses?

Yes. Contact lenses can be an excellent vision correction option for children. There’s no specific age recommendation for children to start wearing contacts. Rather, parents should assess when their child is mature enough to properly care for them. Proper storage, cleaning and hygiene when inserting and taking out contact lenses are all essential for successful contact lens wear.

Can I wear contact lenses if I have astigmatism?

Yes. Toric lenses are a specific type of contact lens specially designed to address issues connected to astigmatism. In most cases, those with astigmatism can wear their choice of soft contact lenses, including monthly and daily disposables.

Are contact lenses comfortable?

Yes. Original hard contact lenses used to be quite difficult to adapt to. However, thanks to technological advancement, today's contacts are more breathable and comfortable than ever before. In most cases, soft contact lenses are easy to adapt to, even from the very start.

Why might daily disposable lenses be right for me?

Daily disposable lenses are a good choice for those who enjoy the convenience of throwing out used contacts each night, and inserting a new pair in the morning. This saves money, since there is no need for contact lens solution or a case to keep the lenses in. It also ensures that no debris has accumulated on the lenses overtime, since you insert a new one every day.

Why might monthly-wear contact lenses be right for me?

Monthly-wear lenses are great for those responsible enough to take good care of their lenses according to their eye doctor’s instructions. They tend to be made of sturdier material than daily-wear lenses, meaning they don’t tear as easily. The material also lets in more oxygen to the eye, preventing serious complications that can harm your long-term eye health. They are also more eco-friendly (think one lens per month vs. thirty) and are less expensive up-front.

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- Sep. 27, 2025
Dr Cristopher was very kind, humane and very professional. I was so glad that I found this doctor. T... rue professional with a big heart, thank you! Completely healed my eye.
- Sep. 26, 2025
Excellent service!
- Sep. 26, 2025
Everyone is super nice and professional. Dr Charnell is a gem!
- Sep. 20, 2025
Every year I do my annual eye exam with them. All staff are attentive and respectful of your time. D... r. Charnell is very nice, patient and makes sure that your questions are answered. I highly recommend them!
- Sep. 09, 2025
SWEET STAFF, VERY ACCOMODATING AND I REALLY LIKE DR. CHARNELL, VERY GOOD SENSE OF HUMOR AND SMART EY... E DOCTOR.
- Sep. 01, 2025
Highly recommend this place. Great team. Very professional.
- Aug. 30, 2025
Exceptional care from great Dr and staff!
- Aug. 28, 2025
Excellent service and a truly helpful team. The service is outstanding. The staff were polite, help... ful and respectful of your requirements. Everything was explained clearly, and Dr. Charnell at the Lake Howell Eye Association is highly recommended for all eye care needs.
- Aug. 27, 2025
Excellent service and very pleasant apmosphere! Highly recommend!
- Aug. 19, 2025
Dr. Charnell has been there for me.
- Jul. 25, 2025
Fabulous, staff, doctor and experience. I highly recommend Dr. Charnell. I am delighted to have fou... nd this practice. Excellent care! Professional, caring and pleasant. 5 STARS!!
- Jul. 23, 2025
Peaceful and efficient atmosphere.
- Jul. 04, 2025
Dr. Charnell and his staff are amazing always professional and helpful. Appointments have always ru... n on schedule. I have never had an issue scheduling an appointment. The office is clean and organized. I feel comfortable recommending to family/friends.
- Jul. 03, 2025
Staff gives a personal touch which goes a long way.
- Jul. 01, 2025
Very professional and lots of fun for a eye exam. Everone was wonderful.
- Jun. 19, 2025
I’m a little overdue in writing this review, but Lake Howell Eye Associates in Maitland truly dese... rves all the praise! Dr. Charnell is absolutely fantastic; thorough, kind, and keeps the visit light with his great sense of humor. He takes time to explain everything clearly, which I really appreciate. And Hettie… what a gem! I have a very strong prescription, and she went above and beyond advocating for me with their local lab to make sure my lenses and glasses were just right. Her attention to detail and genuine care made all the difference, she truly looked out for me. The entire team is warm, professional, and truly dedicated to their patients. I’m so glad I found them and wouldn’t trust my eye care to anyone else. Highly, highly recommend!
- Jun. 15, 2025
Since my first written review apparently didn't come through, I decided to try again because I was s... o impressed with this experience. After using a chain optometrist for several years, I visited Lake Howell Eye Associates because I had been having double vision issues and wanted a more complete exam. I found the office personnel both helpful professional, and Dr. Charnell provided the most comprehensive exam I have ever had. I greatly appreciated his efforts to diagnose the reason for my double vision and his attempts to find a solution that would help alleviate the problem. The result was great; I love my new glasses, and my double vision has become much less bothersome. I also appreciated the friendly staff who were patient and knowledgeable enough to get some financial help from Medicare that I did not realize I was eligible for. I am beyond pleased to have found a new eye care office that also cares for me as a person!
- May. 13, 2025
Always great service with care. Very personable staff.
- Apr. 21, 2025
Great service by doctors and staff at Lake Howell Eye Associates. I highly recommend them.
- Apr. 19, 2025
Prompt service, clean office, informative

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Contact Lenses in Maitland

Our optometry practice in Maitland

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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 Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Spectera
  • EyeMed
  • Davis Vision
  • Humana
  • Tricare
  • UMR
  • Aetna
  • AlwaysCare
  • Avesis
  • Firstlook / always care
  • Heritage Vision Plans
  • National Vision Administration (NVA)
  • VBA
  • Vision Care Direct
  • United Health Care Community Plan
  • Multiplan
  • VSP

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(407) 647-3937