Find Your Perfect Contact Lens Prescription at Enhanced Eyecare NJ, Jersey City, NJ

For those who prefer a glasses-free look, contact lenses offer a clear and comfortable way to see the world. However, a successful experience depends entirely on having a correct and current contact lens prescription. This ensures your lenses not only correct your vision accurately but also fit the unique shape of your eyes comfortably and safely.

At Enhanced Eyecare NJ, we combine advanced technology with personalized care to provide precise and comfortable contact lens prescriptions tailored to each patient.

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Importance of a Contact Lens Prescription

A contact lens prescription is fundamentally different from a prescription for glasses. While both correct your vision, a contact lens sits directly on the surface of your eye, requiring a much more detailed and precise fitting. Each person's eyes have a unique curvature and size, meaning your lenses must be carefully measured to fit perfectly.

Your prescription contains several critical measurements:

• Lens Power (Sphere): This number corrects for nearsightedness (myopia) or farsightedness (hyperopia).
• Base Curve (BC): This measures the curvature of the back surface of the lens, ensuring it aligns with the curve of your cornea for a stable fit.
• Diameter (Dia): This determines the overall size of the lens to ensure it covers the cornea correctly.
• Cylinder and Axis: For patients with astigmatism, these measurements ensure the lens corrects the irregular shape of the eye.
• Brand and Material: The prescription will also specify the exact brand and material of the lens, as different materials affect oxygen flow and moisture.

An accurate, up-to-date prescription is the foundation of healthy contact lens wear. Without the right fit, lenses can feel uncomfortable, shift on the eye, or cause dryness, redness, and irritation. More seriously, an improper fit can restrict oxygen flow to the cornea, potentially leading to complications.

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The Process of Getting Your Contact Lens Prescription

Getting your contact lens prescription is a detailed but comfortable process designed to find the perfect match for your eyes and lifestyle. The journey begins with a comprehensive eye exam, where we assess your overall eye health and determine your baseline vision correction needs.

Next, we move to the contact lens fitting. During this specialized evaluation, we take precise measurements of your eyes. This often includes corneal topography, a process that creates a detailed 3D map of your cornea's surface. This map allows us to select a lens with the ideal base curve and diameter. We will also discuss your lifestyle—do you work long hours on a computer? Do you play sports? Are you looking for daily disposables or lenses that you can wear for longer periods?

Based on this information, you will be fitted with a pair of trial lenses. You will wear these for a short period to see how they feel and how clearly you can see. We will check the lens placement, movement, and your visual acuity. If everything looks and feels right, we will finalize your prescription. We will also provide thorough instructions on how to properly insert, remove, clean, and care for your lenses to ensure your eyes remain healthy. A follow-up visit is typically scheduled to confirm your eyes are adjusting well to the new lenses.

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Advanced Technology Behind Accurate Contact Lens Prescriptions

Technology plays a big role in getting your contact lens prescription right. At Enhanced Eyecare NJ, we use modern tools to check your eyes with precision and care. These devices help us create lenses that fit you perfectly and give you the clearest vision possible.

Here's how our technology helps:

• Nidek ARK & Topcon CT measure your eye's shape and focusing power accurately.
• Reichert VRX ensures we test your vision with exact lens power.
• Optomap Retinal Imaging captures a wide picture of the back of your eye to check its health.
• Humphrey Visual Field detects any blind spots or early vision problems.
• Waggoner Diagnostics checks your color vision and depth perception.
• Topcon Slit Lamp & Gonioscopy allows close inspection of your cornea and eye surface.

These tools help us make precise prescriptions while keeping your eyes safe. With advanced technology, we ensure your contact lenses fit comfortably, support your lifestyle, and keep your eyes healthy for years to come.

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Types of Contact Lenses and How Prescriptions Differ

The world of contact lenses is diverse, with options available to correct nearly any vision problem. The right type for you will depend on your prescription, eye health, and daily habits:

• Soft Lenses: Made of flexible, water-containing plastics, these are the most popular type due to their immediate comfort. They are available for daily, bi-weekly, or monthly replacement schedules.
• Rigid Gas-Permeable (RGP) Lenses: These offer exceptionally crisp and stable vision, especially for complex prescriptions. They are more durable than soft lenses but may require a short adaptation period.
• Toric Lenses: Specifically designed for individuals with astigmatism, these lenses have different powers in different meridians to correct the eye's irregular shape.
• Multifocal Lenses: An excellent option for those with presbyopia (the age-related loss of near vision), these lenses contain multiple zones for near, intermediate, and distance vision, reducing the need for reading glasses.

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How Often Should You Update Your Contact Lens Prescription

Your eyes can change subtly over time, even if you do not notice a difference in your vision. An annual contact lens exam is essential to ensure your prescription continues to provide the best possible correction and that your lenses remain properly fitted. During this checkup, we will test your vision, check for signs of dryness or allergies that could impact comfort, and examine your cornea to confirm the lenses are not causing any issues. Wearing an outdated or ill-fitting lens can lead to eye strain, headaches, and discomfort.

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Why Professional Fittings Matter for Contact Lens Wearers

A professional fitting is the most critical step for anyone who wants to wear contact lenses safely. Your eyes are a delicate and complex part of your body, and only an eye care professional can adequately assess their health and determine the right lens for you. A proper fitting ensures the lens sits correctly, moves appropriately with each blink, and provides clear, stable vision without compromising your eye health.

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Meet Dr. Balvinder Bharj, Board Certified Optometrist

Dr. Balvinder Bharj is an board certified optometrist with over a decade of experience helping patients achieve clear and comfortable vision. She specializes in managing and treating a wide range of ocular conditions and is an expert in fitting contact lenses for various needs. Having practiced in diverse settings across New York, Los Angeles, and New Jersey, Dr. Bharj brings a wealth of experience to her patient care.

She earned her bachelor’s degree from Penn State University and her Doctorate of Optometry from the IAUPR School of Optometry. Known for her thorough and caring approach, Dr. Bharj works closely with each patient to find the most effective solutions for their unique eye health needs.

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Payment and Insurance

Enhanced Eyecare NJ accepts a variety of insurance plans to help cover the cost of your visits. We are in-network with:

• Aetna
• Cigna
• Horizon

For questions about your coverage or benefits, our team can help verify your plan details.