A contact lens fitting is a dedicated appointment that ensures contact lenses are the right choice for your eyes and your lifestyle. Unlike a standard eye exam, it focuses on how lenses fit, feel, and perform throughout the day – not just how clearly you can see.
We start by getting to know you. Your optometrist will review your vision history, daily routines, and any past contact lens experience. We’ll then assess your prescription, eye health, tear film, and the shape of your cornea (the clear front surface of the eye) to confirm contact lenses are suitable.
From there, we select trial lenses based on your eyes and needs. These are carefully evaluated for comfort, fit, and visual clarity.
If you’re new to contact lenses, you’re in good hands. We take the time to teach you how to safely insert and remove your lenses, explain proper hygiene, and walk you through wear schedules, making sure you feel confident before you leave. Trial lenses are provided so you can experience how they feel in your everyday routine before committing.
Once you’re tried your lenses, a follow-up appointment is recommended. This allows us to confirm comfort, vision quality, and long-term suitability. Your final contact lens prescription is issued only once we’re confident the fit and performance are just right. We recommend regular aftercare visits to keep your eyes healthy and ensure your lenses keep performing well over time.
We offer fitting for a wide range of contact lenses, including:
Daily disposable lensesToric lenses for astigmatismMultifocal lenses for presbyopiaWe’ll help you choose the option that best suits your eyes, lifestyle, and comfort preferences.
Contact lenses give you the freedom to see the world without frames getting in the way. Offering a wider, more natural field of vision that moves with your eyes, they make everything from reading to sports to evenings out feel effortless. When fitted correctly, lenses are comfortable all day and can help reduce irritation or eye fatigue.
Whether you’re exploring contact lenses for the first time or looking for a better fit, we’re here to help. Book a contact lens consultation today or contact our team to discuss your needs and options.
BOOK an AppointmentRegular eye examinations are an essential part of maintaining not only clear vision, but long-term eye health. At Occhiali Eyewear, our exams are thorough yet unrushed, offering attentive care and clear guidance tailored to your visual needs.
Comprehensive eye exams support overall wellbeing by detecting changes in vision, often identifying eye health concerns before symptoms appear. Because many eye conditions – including glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease – often develop silently, routine eye exams are critical for safeguarding your eyes, even when your vision feels ‘fine’.
Our standard eye exam is designed to give you a clear picture of how your eyes are seeing and how they’re functioning overall. We start by checking how clearly you see and fine-tuning your prescription, if needed. From there, we look at how well your eyes work together, how they focus, and how comfortable your vision is throughout the day.
Your optometrist will also examine the health of your eyes, looking at both the surface and the internal structures to make sure everything is functioning as it should. When appropriate, we’ll screen eye pressure as part of your overall eye health assessment.
Just as important, we take the time to talk about your day-to-day visual needs – whether that’s screen time, detailed work, driving, or any concerns you’ve noticed. If additional testing is recommended, we’ll explain why and walk you through it. Every recommendation is based on what your eyes need, not a standard checklist.
What sets our practice apart is the time and care we bring to every exam. We look beyond basic vision testing, considering comfort, visual fatigue, and how your eyes perform in everyday settings – from work and screens to leisure time.
Patients often say they feel more confident in their eye care, with clearer vision, improved comfort, and a better understanding of their results. Our calm, discreet environment supports meaningful conversations and consistent, personalised care.
Depending on age, visual needs, and overall eye health, we recommend having a comprehensive eye exam every 1-2 years. Your optometrist may recommend more frequent visits if you have existing eye conditions, systemic health concerns, or experience changes in vision.