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Contact Lens Exam in Plano

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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 Legacy Vision in Plano 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.

Patient Reviews
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- Jun. 18, 2024
Dr Kirkland and the staff are fantastic! Everyone is pleasant and always smiling. A great office atm... osphere!
- May. 24, 2024
Nita is the best!
- May. 13, 2024
Dr. Kirkland provides professional services and is a great guy. His staff is friendly and responsive... .
- May. 10, 2024
They really went above and beyond to ensure I had contacts before my upcoming trip. They sent me a c... ouple of trials just in case and followed up every day to make sure. They’re super friendly, caring, and such a pleasure to interact with.
- May. 08, 2024
Dr. Kirkland and his team are absolutely outstanding. My family have been their patient for years, a... nd we can’t imagine ever switching to another practice.
- Apr. 04, 2024
The staff was the best part of the experience I would highly recommend someone that is looking for a... new place and is big on service oriented to go here.
- Apr. 03, 2024
Beautiful Individuals
- Feb. 05, 2024
Great to work with have been a long time patient and would not change!
- Feb. 04, 2024
Referral for Cataract Surgery with care provided following the procedure. Swift replacement of Lense... s as needed.
- Feb. 02, 2024
Dr. Kirkland and his staff are courteous, pay attention to detail and punctual. I would highly recom... mend their services.
- Dec. 30, 2023
Excellent place for everyone.
- Dec. 18, 2023
Excellent friendly service and a great collection of glasses
- Oct. 30, 2023
Dr Simmons was the best I have ever had.
- Oct. 05, 2023
I've been coming here for over 25 years. I love the staff and care I receive here
- Oct. 02, 2023
Dr. Kirkland and his staff have been Professional, kind and patient for the past 5 years that I've b... een a client. If you have questions, they will all be answered by one of the staff members. I highly recommend this superb team.
- Oct. 02, 2023
The entire experience is always really good at Legacy Vision.
- Sep. 27, 2023
Dr. Kirkland and the staff are very helpful and service oriented. I am happy to be in their custome... r list.
- Sep. 27, 2023
Dr. Kirkland and staff are friendly and professional. They provide a detailed exam of your eyes and... vision. I trust them with my eye health.
- Sep. 22, 2023
Awesome, very professional,
- Aug. 25, 2023
I’ve been treated by Dr Kirkland for over 20 years. My mono-vision, gas permeable lenses are grea... t! They enable my 65 year old eyes to use my readers infrequently! I’ve worn hard lenses over 50 years now & he keeps my eyes healthy.

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Contact Lens Exams in Plano

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Hours
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Anthem
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross
  • MetLife

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