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Contact Lens Exam in Maitland

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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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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 Lake Howell Eye Associates in Maitland today.

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Experience a New Perspective With Contact Lenses!


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.


Meet our Contact Lens Exams Doctor

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- Dec. 12, 2025
Every time I walk into the office, I’m greeted with a warm smile. The staff is incredibly friendly... , knowledgeable, and always willing to go above and beyond to help. Dr. Chris is the only eye doctor I’ve ever had who actually makes the exam fun—he has a great sense of humor and is truly excellent at what he does. I recommend this practice to everyone. Definitely a 10 out of 10.
- Dec. 10, 2025
Awesome place!
- Nov. 19, 2025
Fantastic practice. Great staff and very easy to use technology for scheduling and reminders. Wonder... ful doctor and environment!!!
- Nov. 03, 2025
My daughter thought she had something in her eye and it was clearly irritated, so I called them hopi... ng that someone would be able to see her the same day. I had tried a couple other places that were a bit closer to us who all said they couldn’t take her. Lake Howell Eye Associates saw us within 30 minutes of me calling! The staff was so warm and welcoming, checked us in quickly, and got her right back to see the doctor. The doctor was great with her, and he quickly found and removed whatever it was that was irritating her eye. You could literally see the instant relief it brought her. We weren’t there long, but for our entire appointment she was so well cared for. We’re very grateful!
- Oct. 29, 2025
Great customer service! I highly recommend this office!
- Oct. 16, 2025
excellent experience
- 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.

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Contact Lens Exams 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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