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Contact Lens Fitting
trials lenses and lens training included
Are you looking for the perfect contact lenses? A professional contact lens fitting is essential for clear vision, healthy eyes, and all-day comfort.
At Zeker Zicht Optometry Practice in Amsterdam, we specialize in thorough contact lens fittings tailored to your unique eyes and lifestyle.
If you’re new to contact lenses, you’re in luck! At Zeker Zicht, an experienced optometrist will teach you the best techniques for inserting and removing your lenses, along with plenty of helpful tips to keep your eyes healthy and ensure you can enjoy wearing contact lenses comfortably for years to come. With a personalized approach and careful measurements, we help you enjoy sharp vision and maximum comfort every day.
Comprehensive Eye Exam
We go beyond a simple eye exam to detect potential problems early.
Personal attention
We take the time to understand your needs and create a personalized treatment plan.
Modern equipment
We have the latest equipment to make an accurate diagnosis.
Child-friendly practice
We make your eye exam a pleasant experience for the whole family.
What to Expect During a Contact Lens Fitting
At Zeker Zicht, your contact lens fitting takes place over two appointments. The first visit, or intake, lasts around 15 minutes. It includes a consultation, an eye analysis, and lens selection based on the eye exam and a questionnaire. The second visit, known as the lens training session, takes about 30 minutes. During this time, you will learn how to insert, remove, and care for your lenses, followed by a final check-up to assess lens strength and fit.
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Contact Lens Fitting
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Contact Lens Check-up
Contact Lens Fitting
Contact Lens Fitting
At Zeker Zicht, we understand that a proper fit for contact lenses is crucial for comfortable and clear vision. Our contact lens fitting consists of three important steps: the consultation, eye analysis, and lens training.
Contact Lens Check-up
Contact Lens Check-up
You've been buying lenses online for a while now. And that's perfectly fine! But your eyes are very important, so it's also important to have your eyes and lenses checked by an optometrist every 6 months. This will allow you to wear your lenses for longer without experiencing any eye discomfort.
Intake Appointment
contact lens fitting day 1
Consultation
The optometrist will ask about your contact lens expectations—how often and how long you’ll wear them, and which vision issues need correction. Before the appointment, you’ll receive a questionnaire to help assess your visual needs.Eye Analysis
After the consultation, a thorough eye exam will be conducted, focusing on:- Nearsightedness or farsightedness
- Corneal curvature
- Corneal radius
- Eye curvature
- Tear production
- Eye sensitivity
Lens Selection
Based on the eye analysis, expectations, and visual needs, a suitable lens will be recommended. Trial lenses will be ordered and fitted during the second appointment.
Lens Training Appointment
contact lens fittin day 2
Lens Fitting and Instruction
During this appointment, you’ll practice inserting and removing the lenses, learning several methods for doing so safely and effectively. Once you’re comfortable, the optometrist will provide instructions on lens care, hygiene, and proper handling.After an adjustment period, the optometrist will evaluate the lenses for:
- Visual clarity
- Comfort
- Movement
- Positioning
Upon completing the fitting, you’ll receive a prescription, enabling you to reorder lenses anytime. You will also be given a cleaning solution and lens case.
FAQ's
This depends on the type of appointment and the eye complaints. For a contact lens check or a dry eye examination, it takes approximately 15-20 minutes. If you have other eye complaints that need further investigation with an eye scan or an eye microscope, your eyes will be dilated, and the total duration will be 1 hour: 15 minutes for the examination, 30 minutes waiting for the drops to take effect, plus another 15 minutes for additional tests.
This depends on the type of appointment. If you don’t have a referral letter, you can read more about the costs per appointment type via this link.
If you have a digital referral (ZorgDomein), you pay nothing.
With a paper referral (not via ZorgDomein), you pay approximately €70 from your insurance deductible and €30 out of pocket.
No, eye drops or dyes are used that can change the color or composition of the lenses. Additionally, sometimes it’s necessary to assess the surface of the cornea without lenses. Please bring a lens case and, if possible, your glasses.
Then you will be referred directly to the ophthalmologist, or your general practitioner will be advised to refer you to another medical specialist. This will be discussed with you.
Excellent experience with Silvia, she is very thorough, kind and patient. She answered all of my questions with care, and I felt in very good hands during the eye examination. Thank you!
Silvia was such an amazing professional, she really took the time to advice and explain every aspect of my eye checkcup, I highly recommend her!
Referred from the GP to Zeker Zicht instead of to the hospital. Worked fine. There was a place quickly, I was helped well and the tips I received helped with the complaints.
Good consultation from Sylvia, expert woman. Various measurement analyses. Highly recommended! Gracias!
I had a complete visit with Silvia, who was super kind, welcoming and professional. She took her time to visit me, and explained each step. 100% recommend!
excellent experience with this doctor! I had eye exam and prescription. Professional, experienced, and very informative, reasonably priced!
Very thorough eye exam, better than a regular one. You also get professional advice afterwards. Very recommended!
Why Should an Optometrist Fit Contact Lenses?
Just like glasses, contact lenses only perform optimally when they are precisely fitted to the eyes. Subjective comfort alone doesn’t reliably indicate how well a lens is truly tolerated. Additionally, glasses and contact lens prescriptions differ due to the varying distance from the eye. For clear, comfortable vision, it’s essential to have your contact lenses fitted by a professional. They will also guide you through the different types of lenses available.
Choosing the wrong lenses can irritate the eyes or even lead to infections. Professionally fitted lenses, on the other hand, provide a perfect fit, superior comfort, and optimal tolerance.
Who Fits Contact Lenses?
In cases of medical eye conditions, an optometrist is the primary contact for lens fitting. The optometrist will first assess the overall health of your eyes and determine whether they’re suitable for contact lenses. If the eyes are healthy, opticians may also perform fittings. Specialists in contact lenses can be found through professional optometry associations.
Generally, the optometrist performs the lens fitting, using their expertise and routine to ensure a reliable and professional fitting for healthy eyes.
Are you experiencing sudden and severe eye problems? CALL your doctor or emergency medical services immediately! You can also call us for advice.
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020-2101228
Ready to experience the perfect fit for your contact lenses?
Book your appointment for a contact lens fitting with one of our expert optometrists today and enjoy clear, comfortable vision tailored to your needs. Call us at 020-2101228 or book online now!
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