Contact Lenses at Mills Vision Care in Myrtle Beach SC

Contact lenses can provide clear, convenient vision for patients who want an alternative to glasses throughout the day. At Mills Vision Care, we offer comprehensive contact lens exams and personalized fittings designed to help you find lenses that fit comfortably, support your eye health, and match your lifestyle needs.

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Contact Lens Exams

A contact lens exam does much more than check whether you need glasses or contacts. It also helps the eye doctor assess your eye health and detect problems before they become serious. During the exam, the doctor checks your vision, eye pressure, tear quality, corneal shape, and the condition of the eye surface. These tests help identify issues that may affect contact lens comfort or make lens wear unsafe.

A contact lens prescription includes additional measurements than an eyeglass prescription. This is because contact lenses sit directly on your eye. The doctor measures the shape and size of your cornea to make sure the lenses fit well. If the fit is not right, you could experience blurry vision, dryness, irritation, or even eye damage over time.

Regular contact lens exams are also important because your eyes and vision can change with age, screen use, medications, or certain health conditions. Even if your lenses feel comfortable, yearly checkups help confirm that they still provide safe and effective vision correction.

At Mills Vision Care, we perform detailed contact lens evaluations to help patients find lenses that match their vision needs, eye health, and daily lifestyle.

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Comparing Contact Lenses

There are many types of contact lenses available today, each designed for specific vision needs and comfort levels. Choosing the right type depends on your prescription, eye condition, and how often you plan to wear the lenses. Some people wear contacts every day, while others only use them for sports, work, or special occasions.

Common contact lens options include:

• Soft contact lenses that are flexible and comfortable for many first-time users
• Daily disposable lenses are replaced every day to reduce buildup and maintenance
• Monthly or weekly disposable lenses that require proper cleaning and storage
• Toric lenses are for people with astigmatism to provide more stable vision
• Multifocal or bifocal lenses that help people over 40 see near and far objects more clearly
• Gas-permeable (GP) lenses that offer sharp vision and long-lasting durability

Each lens type has its own advantages, and not every option works for every patient. Some lenses focus on convenience, while others improve vision quality for more complex prescriptions.

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Contact Lens Fitting

A proper contact lens fitting is important because every eye has a unique shape and surface. Contact lenses are not one-size-fits-all products. Even if two people have the same eyeglass prescription, they may still need different contact lenses for comfort and vision correction. The fitting process helps the doctor choose lenses that work safely and comfortably with your eyes.

Several important measurements are taken during the fitting process, including:

• Corneal curvature measurements to match the lens to the shape of your eye
• Tear film evaluation to check whether your eyes produce enough moisture
• Pupil and iris measurements that help improve lens positioning
• Corneal surface mapping, in some cases, is used to identify irregularities
• Lens movement checks to confirm the lenses stay in the correct position

These measurements help prevent blurry vision, dryness, lens movement, or irritation. Patients with dry eye syndrome, astigmatism, or irregular corneas may require more specialized lens designs for better comfort and clearer vision.

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Specialized Contact Lens Solutions

Some patients have eye conditions that make contact lens fitting more difficult, but modern lens designs now provide more options than ever before. Specialized contact lenses can improve comfort and vision for patients who may have struggled with traditional lenses. These lenses are selected based on the patient’s eye shape, prescription, and visual needs.

Patients with astigmatism often benefit from toric contact lenses, which are designed to stay stable on the eye and correct uneven corneal curves. People with presbyopia, a common age-related condition that affects near vision after age 40, may benefit from multifocal or bifocal contact lenses. These lenses help patients see both near and distant objects more clearly.

For patients with dry eyes, certain contact lens materials are designed to hold moisture longer and reduce irritation during daily wear. Some patients may also benefit from gas-permeable lenses, which allow more oxygen to reach the eye.

Patients with keratoconus or irregular corneas may require customized gas-permeable or specialty lenses to improve vision quality. Finding the right specialty lens often requires detailed testing and follow-up care to achieve the best results.

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The Importance of Proper Contact Lens Hygiene, Follow-Up Visits, and Safe Daily Wear

Proper contact lens care is one of the most important parts of maintaining healthy eyes and comfortable vision. Even high-quality lenses can cause problems if they are not cleaned, stored, or replaced correctly. Poor hygiene habits may increase the risk of eye infections, dryness, inflammation, or corneal damage.

Good contact lens habits include:

• Washing and drying your hands before touching your lenses
• Cleaning reusable lenses exactly as directed by your eye doctor
• Replace lenses according to the recommended schedule
• Using a fresh disinfecting solution instead of reusing the old solution
• Avoid sleeping in lenses unless approved by your doctor
• Keeping lenses away from water, including pools and showers
• Attending follow-up visits to monitor lens fit and eye health

Follow-up appointments are important because your eye condition can change over time. During these visits, the doctor checks for signs of dryness, irritation, or lens deposits that may affect long-term contact lens wear

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Schedule Your Appointment Today!

Find comfortable contact lenses that fit your lifestyle and vision needs at Mills Vision Care. We offer contact lens exams and fittings for clear, dependable vision. Call or visit our office to book your appointment.

Contact Information:

Mills Vision Care

3013 Newcastle Loop

Phone: (843) 215-5300