Contact Lenses Should Feel Like Nothing at All
If you’re wearing contact lenses, they should feel so comfortable you forget they’re there. But many people accept dryness, irritation, or cloudy vision as “normal”, even though it’s a sign their lenses might not fit properly.
Your eyes aren’t one-size-fits-all, and neither are contacts. Differences in corneal shape, tear film, and prescription all affect how lenses sit on your eyes. A poor fit can lead to discomfort during long workdays, frequent blinking, or the need to take your lenses out early. Worse, it can increase your risk of infection or long-term eye damage.
At Market Mall Optometry in NW Calgary, our experienced team ensures every contact lens wearer gets a safe, custom fit for all-day comfort and clear, healthy vision.
Why Proper Contact Lens Fit Is Essential
1. Comfort Starts with a Personalized Fit
When contact lenses are fitted properly, you shouldn’t feel them at all. During a contact lens exam, your optometrist measures the curvature of your cornea, checks your tear film stability, and considers your lifestyle and wear habits. This ensures you get a lens that fits your eye, not just your prescription.
Poorly fitted lenses can cause:
- Redness or irritation
- Dryness, especially at the end of the day
- A sensation of something in your eye
- Lenses moving too much or falling out
- Difficulty focusing, even with the right prescription
By addressing fit from the start, our Calgary optometrists help you avoid these issues and enjoy a more comfortable experience.
2. Sharp Vision Depends on Stability
A lens that moves too much or sits unevenly can cause inconsistent vision. This is especially important if you have astigmatism, presbyopia, or higher prescriptions that require precise alignment.
During a contact lens fitting at Market Mall Optometry, we test the lenses on your eyes in real time. We assess how they move when you blink, how they settle, and whether your vision remains clear in different lighting or activities. This ensures your lenses stay stable, so your vision does too.
3. A Bad Fit Can Lead to Bigger Problems
Wearing the wrong contacts isn’t just uncomfortable; it can be unsafe. Poorly fitted lenses can:
- Reduce oxygen flow to the cornea
- Create micro-abrasions that increase infection risk
- Worsen dry eye symptoms
- Lead to corneal swelling or long-term damage
Your eyes change over time too, meaning a lens that once fit well might not anymore. That’s why annual contact lens exams are important, even for experienced wearers.
Market Mall Optometry uses advanced diagnostics to check not only your vision but your lens-to-eye relationship, ensuring long-term eye health with every wear.
4. We Help You Find the Right Lens for Your Lifestyle
Are you wearing your lenses for 10+ hours a day? Do you work on screens all day or deal with allergies? Do you prefer dailies, weeklies, or monthlies?
Our optometrists help you choose lenses that align with your day-to-day needs, not just your prescription. We offer options like:
- Daily disposables for low maintenance and high hygiene
- Toric lenses for astigmatism
- Multifocal lenses for clear vision at every distance
- Dry-eye-friendly lenses for long-lasting comfort
Get a Proper Fit from NW Calgary’s Contact Lens Experts
If your contact lenses don’t feel right, it’s time for a fit check. At Market Mall Optometry in NW Calgary, we go beyond basic prescriptions to help you find lenses that feel better, work better, and keep your eyes healthy. Whether you’re new to contacts or need a better solution, our team is here to help.
Contact us today to book your contact lens exam and experience what properly fitted contacts can do for your comfort, clarity, and confidence.
FAQs
Q: What is a contact lens fitting?
A: A contact lens fitting measures your eye shape, tear quality, and prescription to ensure lenses fit properly and comfortably.
Q: Why does contact lens fit matter?
A: Proper fit improves comfort, vision clarity, and reduces risks like irritation, dry eyes, or corneal damage. Contact Market Mall Optometry today to book an appointment.
Q: What happens during a contact lens exam?
A: We assess your corneal shape, tear film, and vision needs, then test lenses directly on your eyes.
