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Contact Lens Exam in Jefferson City

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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 Eyes On Missouri - Jefferson City in Jefferson City today.

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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.

Meet our Contact Lens Exams Specialists

Elizabeth Hedgpath O.D.
Nicholas Zahn O.D.
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- Apr. 21, 2025
Great place to get eye wear!!
- Apr. 16, 2025
It's really hard to describe how pleasant AND educational a visit to Dr Zahn's office is. His very e... mpathic and thoughtful communication is truly unique among all medical specialists; added bonus? His employees emulate his approach to patient care. You will relish having become connected with Eyes On Missouri.
- Apr. 07, 2025
Super friendly staff, amazing selection of frames, and Dr. Zahn is just terrific.
- Mar. 28, 2025
Dr. Zahn is so awesome! Takes time to really listen to any concerns and is goofy and fun while in th... e exam room!
- Mar. 13, 2025
Dr. Zahn & his team have taken care of me for the past 4 years and I am so grateful to them. They ar... e always so helpful and cheerful. It's fun going to see them and they always make me feel so welcome. They have a really good selection of eyeglass frames from luxury brands as well.
- Mar. 08, 2025
Everyone at Eyes on Missouri is knowledgable, helpful, friendly, and professional. Dr. Zahn is simp... ly amazing! I have complex vision issues and he was able to help me obtain the best outcome I have had in over 35 years and several opthamologists. In addition, Dr. Zahn is kind, compassionate, and respectful to his patients. I feel very fortunate to have found Eyes on Missouri and Dr. Zahn upon my recent move to central Missouri!
- Mar. 08, 2025
The very best!
- Feb. 17, 2025
The quality of my vision examinations is top notch at Eyes on Missouri. If you’re experiencing any... problems with your eyes, don’t wait, visit Eyes on Missouri now. You won’t regret it.
- Feb. 14, 2025
Very fast eye exam. Doctor was very knowledgeable about diabetes effects on eyes.
- Feb. 12, 2025
I had a great experience with these people. All of them were friendly and knowledgeable. My optometr... ist took the time to explain all my opinions and addresses my concerns. Very nice digs too. 😀
- Feb. 09, 2025
Outstanding people from the receptionist to the doctor.
- Feb. 04, 2025
Very friendly and professional staff. Got me in quickly for an emergency appointment after an injury... . Called at 8am and appointment was at 10am. Clean and spacious building makes you feel comfortable while you’re there and Dr Hillhemp I believe was the name of the lady that checked me out and she was AMAZING. I usually use Dr Zahn but he was out of the office this day. He is also very friendly and very informative. Nowhere else I’d rather go for my eye care.
- Feb. 02, 2025
Everyone is so friendly and helpful!
- Jan. 23, 2025
I always get friendly service at Eyes on Missouri. Highly recommend Dr. Zahn and this location for ... your eye care services!
- Jan. 23, 2025
I like both doctors in this office. Friendly, fast service.
- Dec. 19, 2024
The staff is amazing!!! I stepped on my glasses and broke the frame. The staff was able to find me... a replacement frame extremely quickly. I highly recommend you come here for your eye care needs.
- Dec. 14, 2024
the ONLY place to get glasses!
- Dec. 08, 2024
Stellar customer service! And my favorite (nerdy) part is the purposeful and unobtrusive efforts the... y make to ensure time is managed well *without* making patients feel rushed or unattended. For example, they use an adaptation of a technique called Kanban, where a visual on the wall alerts patients in the waiting area to whether or not the doctors on are on time or not. This may seem minor but it effectively communicates if there will be an extended wait. I also noticed that a staff member who works with patients to choose eyewear came into the exam room at the end of my exam, presumably at a predetermined time to help the entire staff remain on track for the appointments for the day. If a medical team is that dedicated to simple time management strategies, imagine the level of care and dedication they exhibit when it comes to patient care and eye health! As long as I live in the area, I will continue to receive care from Eyes on Missouri and encourage everyone else I know to do the same!
- Dec. 06, 2024
Highly recommend Eyes on Missouri! I was greeted as soon as I walked in the door and the staff help... ed in getting a great frame that fit my face and bridge.
- Dec. 02, 2024
Great experience an quality

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Contact Lens Exams in Jefferson City

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Meet our Eye Doctors

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Hours
  • Monday 7:15 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 7:15 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 7:15 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Spectera
  • Anthem
  • Medicaid
  • MetLife

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