Contact Lens Care in Charlotte, NC
Experience the convenience and clarity of today’s advanced contact lenses with expert fittings and ongoing care from Charlotte’s trusted eye care specialists.
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Understanding Contact Lenses
Contact lenses are FDA-regulated medical devices that require proper professional evaluation, fitting, and ongoing care. Your eye’s unique shape, tear film, lifestyle, and vision needs all influence which lens will give you the best comfort, vision, and long-term safety.
Today’s advanced materials and designs offer solutions for virtually every vision need—from dry eyes and astigmatism to presbyopia and irregular corneas. With the right professional guidance, most people can successfully wear contact lenses comfortably and safely.
Candidacy & Safety
Most people are good candidates for contact lenses, but certain conditions require careful consideration. Severe dry eye, certain corneal conditions, or a history of recurring eye infections may affect lens choice or require specialty lens options rather than standard soft lenses.
Poor hygiene habits, sleeping in lenses, or wearing lenses beyond their replacement schedule significantly increase the risk of serious complications. Our team provides thorough education on safe wear and care to help every patient maintain healthy eyes while enjoying the freedom of contacts.
Glaucoma Detection
A comprehensive contact lens evaluation goes beyond a standard glasses prescription. We measure your corneal curvature, pupil size, and tear film quality to select the lens that fits your eye’s unique shape precisely. Trial lenses allow us to assess vision and comfort before finalizing your prescription.
Follow-up visits confirm that your lenses are fitting well and that your corneas remain healthy. We monitor for early signs of complications and adjust your lens type or wearing schedule as needed to ensure safe, comfortable wear throughout the year.
Types We Offer
Our practice offers the full spectrum of contact lens options, from daily disposables and extended wear soft lenses to rigid gas permeable and specialty lenses for complex prescriptions or irregular corneas. We carry top brands and have access to custom lens options when standard designs aren’t sufficient.
Whether you’re a first-time wearer or an experienced contact lens patient looking for better options, our team will find the right lens for your eyes, budget, and lifestyle. Replacement lenses can be ordered conveniently through our secure online store at horizoneye.myeyestore.com.
Contact Lens Types We Offer
Our experienced optometrists provide comprehensive contact lens fittings for every vision need and lifestyle, including daily disposables, extended wear, and specialty scleral lenses. Advanced measurement tools ensure the best fit, comfort, and clarity for your eyes.
Daily Disposable Lenses
Discarded each night and replaced fresh daily, eliminating cleaning solutions and cases while maximizing comfort, hygiene, and safety for your eyes.
Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lenses
Durable lenses offering crisp, clear vision for astigmatism or irregular corneas, with a longer lifespan and excellent resistance to protein deposits.
Extended Wear Soft Lenses
Cost-effective daily wear lenses available in various materials and designs, requiring proper cleaning with antimicrobial solutions for safe, healthy wear.
Specialty Contact Lenses
Toric, multifocal, scleral, and colored lenses for unique vision challenges including astigmatism, presbyopia, irregular corneas, and severe dry eyes.
Meet Your Contact Lens Specialists
Expert Charlotte ophthalmologists and optometrists dedicated to finding the perfect lens fit for your eyes, lifestyle, and vision needs.
Nicolas M. Beaupre, OD
Expert in Primary Eye Care & Advanced Ocular Health
Serving Cotswold, Huntersville & Mallard Creek
Jonathan S. Minkowski, MD
Cataract, Cornea & Refractive Surgery Specialist
Gerald B. Rosen, MD
Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Surgery Specialist
Serving Cotswold, Mallard Creek & Pineville
Hunter S. Stolldorf, MD
Cataract, LASIK & Refractive Surgery Specialist
Serving Cotswold, Mallard Creek & Mooresville
Royce R. Syracuse, MD, MBA
Comprehensive Ophthalmology & Cataract Surgeon
Serving Huntersville & Mooresville
Xueyang (Sarah) Wang, MD
Fellowship-Trained Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Serving Cotswold & Mallard Creek
Expert Contact Lens Care Throughout Charlotte
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Vision Restored, Lives Transformed
“I transferred from CEENTA to Dr Ryder at Horizon Eye Care-Cotswold. Today was my first appointment. I can say I was pleasantly surprised. I had absolutely no wait time. The office has…”
“Dr. Cameron was friendly yet quite professional. His exam seemed thorough and his recommendations sound. He answered questions I had and took his time - he was not rushed to get to…”
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“It was a hay day but I didn’t wait long. Dr Tomasko explained what was concerning me and took care of it immediately. Super professional super quick and most importantly no pain.…”
“As always the check up was professional and expert. Dr Wang is a caring professional and I have confidence in her work. This visit had an annoying amount of waiting time which…”
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“Dr. Biber is always attentive and takes time to answer all my questions.”
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“I met with the team for a followup and it was a great experience - listened to my concerns, offered options to address. The rest of the office staff was equally competent…”
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“I have been under Dr.Ryder for the last five years and he and his staff is the best I couldn’t be more thankful and grateful I Love them all!!!!”
“Horizon eye care has always been a professional run facility. Staff are knowledgeable and caring. Dr Minnal is exceptional.”
“Exccellent. Dr. Ryder gave clear answers to my questions and explained the pricedure. Expectations and possible complications well. Everything was smooth, efficent and performed in a friendly atmosphere. All staff were pleasant…”
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