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Contact Lens Exam in Tucson

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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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Experience a New Perspective With Contact Lenses!


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 Alvernon Optical - Alvernon & 5th in Tucson today.

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Contact Lens Exams in Tucson

Our optometry practice in Tucson

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Davis Vision
  • Medicaid
  • Avesis
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EyeMed
  • Blue Cross
  • MetLife
  • Advantage Care
Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 07, 2023
Dr. Paul Cinalli is experienced, knowledgeable and friendly. I had an easy and nonstressful experien... ce. He also gives a tremendous amount of feedback concerning your eyes.
- Oct. 31, 2023
They work with a lot of insurances. They are kind and patient and do a great job of explaining compl... icated material.
- Oct. 10, 2023
My new prescription matches my eyesight perfectly (thank you, Dr Cinalli!) and I love my new glasses... (thank you, Myranda, for helping me choose frames). I highly recommend Alvernon Optical!
- Sep. 16, 2023
I'll be going there for the rest of my life, they very good...
- Sep. 13, 2023
Wow...Fantastic experience all the way around today. The person whom greeted me and conducted the i... nitial tests, Dr. Laura S. was great and the person whom helped me with my glasses (forgot her name... 🙁 ). I'll keep coming back!!
- Sep. 04, 2023
Amazing place! Very friendly staff.
- Aug. 12, 2023
Great staff and overall good experience.
- Jul. 21, 2023
Great customer service year after year!
- Jul. 16, 2023
All the staff are great , I had one small issue and they went above and beyond to help me correct it... 🙂, I would recommend Alvernon Optical to all that is looking for somewhere to go for eye care
- May. 17, 2023
Easy and convenient to schedule exam, Dr & Staff are easy to communicate with and they demonstrate p... rofessionalism and knowledge.
- May. 01, 2023
I have been going yo Dr Cinalli for years. He is an amazing eye doctor who is super respectful & pro... fessional. His office always run on time and I appreciate them.
- Apr. 15, 2023
I have been going here for years and consistently have great and friendly service from the staff and... Dr. Cinalli! I highly recommend!!
- Apr. 02, 2023
My new glasses were a perfect fit and the service was excellent.
- Apr. 01, 2023
Outstanding experience at alvernon optical.
- Mar. 23, 2023
The staff and doctor's who served me for checking my eyes and getting a pair of glasses have been ve... ry nice
- Mar. 02, 2023
Good experience, dr was very good, convenient location. I didn’t find a set of eyewear but the sta... ff wasn’t pushy. I’ll revisit next year or so
- Feb. 10, 2023
Love this place, I’ve been going here since I was a teenager, which was over 20 years ago and will... continue to go back. Everyone is so friendly and helpful , wonderful customer service
- Jan. 30, 2023
Dr. Cinelli is very thorough and explains any questions you have.
- Jan. 01, 2023
The Best eye care that I have ever received in 55 years!!! Thanx Everyone!!!
- Dec. 01, 2022
I have always appreciated the high quality of the patient care and glasses at Alvernon Optical.

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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.


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