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Contact Lens Exam in Thornton

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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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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 Best Eyecare Associates in Thornton today.

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Experience a New Perspective With Contact Lenses!

Specialty contact lens appointments (i.e., scleral, RGP) require specific appointment times. Please call for scheduling.


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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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- Apr. 11, 2025
Been going to Dr. Best for over 10 years now and her and her staff are so amazing, kind, caring and ... friendly. They always know me by name and are personable. I trust my eyes to her and her staff to the fullest.
- Apr. 06, 2025
I switched to Best Eyecare Associates two years ago. Christine Best is super friendly and does a gre... at job. The folks in the front are always helpful, especially when picking frames. No complaints at all.
- Mar. 12, 2025
Dr. Best and her staff are great! Definitely recommend them.
- Jan. 07, 2025
Out of all the eye doctors I have seen here in Colorado. Dr. Best is actually the best eye doctor ar... ound. I would never recommend any other professional other than Dr. Best. Her name speaks for itself.
- Dec. 28, 2024
Dr. Best and her team are all so knowledgeable, caring and friendly.
- Dec. 27, 2024
After being underwhelmed by our previous optometry office, we decided to book our annual vision exam... s at Best Eyecare Associates—and we are so glad we did! Dr. Best and her staff are absolutely amazing. I have both kids and myself who need glasses, and Dr. Best was incredibly patient, managing multiple exams at the same time with ease. Her staff was also very patient and helpful, walking us through our vision care benefits and assisting us in choosing glasses that fit both our needs and faces perfectly. I highly recommend this office for anyone in need of excellent vision care!
- Nov. 28, 2024
Dr Best is very thorough and I was impressed by her staff this time for their thoroughness as well.
- Nov. 20, 2024
Excellent from first greeting to goodbye with a clear plan in place!
- Nov. 13, 2024
Super nice staff.
- Oct. 23, 2024
THE most professional optometry office experience in my many years of having eye exams! Front desk,... technician, doctor… all competent, knowledgeable, personable people. The exam itself was most comprehensive; Dr Best took her time and was thorough in both treatment and explanation of her findings with regard to my particular eye care needs. I highly recommend this practice!
- Aug. 22, 2024
Highly recommend, they were just wonderful with my 4 year old and made the whole process super easy....
- Aug. 19, 2024
We've been patients of Best Eyecare Associates since Dr. Best opened her practice. The staff does a... wonderful job caring for our family's eyecare needs.
- Jul. 31, 2024
Professionalism, Care and concern for well being. Excellent staff
- Jul. 29, 2024
The Doctor and stuff go above and beyond to make sure that you receive a thorough eye exam. They dis... cuss all the necessary details about your appointment. I would highly recommend them to my family and friends.
- Jul. 24, 2024
I arrived early but you guys put me right in! All you beautiful ladies are well dressed smiling and ... organized. Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 and a very Happy New Year 🎉😋😘🥰
- May. 17, 2024
I have always been treated well and taken care of with kindness.
- May. 15, 2024
The exam was thorough and everyone was great to work with.
- May. 11, 2024
Everyone is so helpful.
- May. 05, 2024
Extraordinary care and service!
- Apr. 29, 2024
Very thorough and professional

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Contact Lens Exams in Thornton

Our optometry practice in Thornton

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Tricare
  • EyeMed

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