Prescription of eyeglasses and contact lenses

Blurred vision, rapid eye fatigue, or discomfort while reading and working at a computer may indicate the need for correction. For glasses or contact lenses to be truly comfortable and provide clear vision, it is important to undergo a full ophthalmological examination.

At the medical center “Oxford Medical”, a vision check and selection of glasses or contact lenses for adults and children are performed. Patients are consulted by experienced ophthalmologists, and examinations are performed on modern equipment. You can undergo an examination in the departments on the right and left banks of Kyiv and in Irpin at a time convenient for you. You can make an appointment for a consultation through the contact center or the online appointment form on the website.

Optical correction is a way of improving vision with the help of glasses or contact lenses, which help to properly focus light on the retina of the eye. This method is used for myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and other refractive disorders.

The main task of optical correction is to ensure clear and comfortable vision in everyday life. Properly selected glasses or contact lenses help reduce eye strain, discomfort while reading, working at a computer or driving a car.

According to World Health Organization, refractive disorders are one of the most common causes of vision deterioration in the world. Timely correction helps maintain quality of life, work capacity and comfort during daily loads.

Doctors of “Oxford Medical” recommend undergoing a preventive eye examination at least once a year, even if a person already uses means of vision correction. This helps to notice vision changes in time, adjust optical correction and reduce the strain on the eyes.

Different means for correction have their own features, advantages and indications for use. The choice depends on the type of vision disorder and a person's lifestyle.

Selection of glasses

Selection of glasses is performed taking into account visual acuity, the type of refractive disorder and daily loads on the eyes. For comfortable use, not only diopters are important, but also the correct distance between the pupils, the type of lenses and the features of the frame.

Advantages of glasses:

• simple care and ease of use;
• lower risk of eye irritation;
• possibility of constant or periodic wearing;
• a wide choice for different needs — reading, working at a computer or driving a car.

Doctors of “Oxford Medical” emphasize: correct selection of glasses helps reduce eye strain, discomfort and headache, which may occur with incorrectly selected correction.

Selection of contact lenses

Selection of lenses for the eyes requires an ophthalmological examination, since for contact correction not only hyperopia and myopia are taken into account, but also the parameters of the cornea. The doctor also evaluates the wearing mode, the patient's lifestyle and the presence of concomitant ophthalmological diseases.

Advantages:

• a wide field of vision without limitation by the frame;
• stable vision correction during movement;
• convenience during sports activities;
• comfort in cold, rainy or windy weather;
• possibility of wearing sunglasses without diopters.

Selection of contact lenses by parameters helps choose those that correspond to the shape of the cornea, the required optical power and the wearing mode. After selection, the doctor explains how to properly put on, remove, clean and store the lenses in order to reduce the risk of eye irritation.

At “Oxford Medical”, you can receive a consultation regarding the selection of lenses or glasses and undergo a vision check. During the appointment, the doctor clarifies whether the patient has used correction means before, whether there are complaints of eye fatigue, discomfort, blurred vision or difficulties while reading and working at a computer. After this, the ophthalmologist performs diagnostics and helps determine which method of vision correction will be the most comfortable and effective, and also, if necessary, prescribes preventive treatment.

During the examination, the following are usually performed:

• checking visual acuity for distance and near vision;
• autorefractometry — computer determination of eye refraction;
• biomicroscopy — examination of the anterior segment of the eye;
• measurement of the interpupillary distance for the selection of glasses;
• assessment of corneal parameters before the selection of contact lenses.

If necessary, the doctor may recommend additional examinations, in particular ophthalmoscopy of the fundus. Such an examination may be performed in cases of concomitant ophthalmological diseases, sudden deterioration of vision or other complaints. After the examination, the doctor helps select glasses or contact means, explains the features of using them and provides recommendations on care and wearing mode.

Self-selection without a vision check can lead to discomfort, rapid eye fatigue, headache and deterioration of vision quality. Even if a person already knows their diopters, this does not guarantee that the old prescription remains relevant or is suitable for contact correction.

It is especially dangerous to choose contact lenses on your own, since not only vision indicators are important for them, but also the parameters of the cornea. Incorrectly selected means can cause dryness, irritation, redness of the eyes and impaired oxygen access to the cornea. According to American Academy of Ophthalmology, improper use of contact means increases the risk of eye irritation, infectious complications and inflammation of the cornea.

Doctors of “Oxford Medical” emphasize: glasses and contact lenses should be selected after an ophthalmological examination. This helps ensure clear and comfortable vision, as well as reduce the risk of eye strain and other complications.

The price of selecting lenses and glasses depends on the scope of the ophthalmological examination. You can find out the prices for doctors’ consultations and other medical services in advance here.

At “Oxford Medical”, vision testing is available for both adults and children. If you are interested in the selection of glasses in Kyiv, consultations are available in the departments on the right and left banks of the capital. We also have an ophthalmology department in Irpin. To make an appointment for a consultation, contact the contact center or use the online appointment form on the website.

The information is for informational purposes and does not replace a doctor’s consultation.

Sources:

• World Health Organization
• National Eye Institute
• American Academy of Ophthalmology