Wondering About Contact Lens Exams? Here’s What to Know

If you’re thinking about trying contacts or switching up your current lenses, you’ve probably come across the term contact lens exam. It sounds straightforward, but it’s not always clear what’s involved—or how it’s different from a regular eye exam.

At the office of Bradley J. Phillips, MD, people in Somerset, NJ often come in with the same kinds of questions. Dr. Phillips takes time to walk through the process with each patient, especially those who’ve never worn contacts before—or those who’ve had trouble with fit or comfort in the past.

So, What Happens in a Contact Lens Exam?

The main goal is to find lenses that fit your eyes and your lifestyle. It starts with checking the health of your eyes, then measuring their shape and how they respond to moisture. That matters more than most folks expect. A good fit helps prevent irritation, blurry vision, or worse.

Some patients may need hard to fit contacts—and that’s okay. Dr. Phillips is experienced in working with people who have dry eyes, astigmatism, or other conditions that make finding the right lens a little more complex.

Do You Have to Get a Contact Lens Exam?

If you’re planning to wear contacts, yes. Glasses and contacts don’t always share the same prescription, and lenses need to sit properly on the eye. Skipping the exam can lead to discomfort—or lenses that just don’t work.

That’s why it’s worth seeing an ophthalmologist near you who actually looks at the full picture. Dr. Phillips doesn’t rush the process, and he makes sure patients walk away with something that feels right, not just technically works.

If you're in Somerset, NJ and want to learn more about contact lens exams, or if you’ve struggled with hard to fit contacts near you, Dr. Bradley J. Phillips is just a call away.

(732) 249-6101