Curry's Spectacle Shop

3202 Buffalo Rd,

Erie, PA 16510

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	Phone	+1 814-899-6833
	Languages	English

Services and Products

Contact Lens Fitting
Contact Lenses
Routine Eye Exams
Eyeglasses and Frames
General Optometry
Multifocal Contact Lens Fitting

Contact Lens Fitting

Unlike glasses, which only require a prescription, contacts sit directly on the surface of your eyes, so the fit must be precise for both comfort and safety.

During a contact lens fitting, the eye doctor takes detailed measurements of your eyes. This includes the curve and diameter of your cornea, the size of your pupils, and sometimes the white part of your eye (sclera) to determine how the lens will sit. Pupil size is important in specific situations. For example, people with large pupils may notice halos or glare when driving at night if the lens’s optical zone is too small. Pupil size also affects the fit of multifocal lenses, which provide clear vision at multiple distances. The tear film is checked to ensure your eyes stay comfortably moist. Trial lenses allow you to test both clarity and comfort before a final prescription is written.

First-time wearers receive hands-on training, learning how to insert and remove lenses safely and how to clean and store them properly.

The fitting also helps determine the best type of contact lenses for your needs. Options include daily disposables for convenience or weekly and monthly lenses for cost-effectiveness, as well as specialty lenses like toric lenses for astigmatism or multifocal lenses for presbyopia.

Because this process involves extra testing, time, and expertise beyond a standard eye exam, it is usually billed separately. The goal is to ensure your contacts are safe, effective, and tailored specifically to your eyes. When scheduling your appointment, mention if you are interested in a contact lens fitting and whether you are a first-time wearer.

Routine Eye Exams

Regular eye exams are essential for maintaining healthy vision and detecting potential eye problems early. Even if your vision seems clear, an exam can uncover issues like glaucoma, cataracts, or macular degeneration before they cause noticeable symptoms.

A routine eye exam primarily focuses on your vision and determining whether you need glasses or contact lenses. During the exam, the eye doctor performs several tests, including:

Visual acuity: Measures how clearly you see at near and far distances using eye charts.
Peripheral/visual field testing: Checks side vision to detect blind spots or early signs of glaucoma.
Color vision testing: Determines if you have difficulty distinguishing colors, which can affect daily tasks.
Eye movement and focusing tests: Ensures your eyes work together and can shift focus smoothly between distances.
Basic eye health evaluation: Looks at the cornea, lens, retina, and optic nerve for any visible signs of disease.

Routine exams also allow your prescription for glasses or contact lenses to be updated if needed. The frequency of exams depends on age, health, and risk factors, with most adults benefiting from an eye exam every one to two years.

Scheduling a routine eye exam helps keep your vision clear and your eyes healthy. Be sure to mention any vision changes or health concerns, and whether you wear contact lenses when booking your appointment so the eye doctor can provide the most thorough care.

More details

Curry's Spectacle Shop - a quality provider of vision care and optometry services in Erie, PA. Services include Eyeglasses and Frames, General Optometry, Eye Exams and other vision care products & services. Vision care technologies and procedures advance every day and Curry's Spectacle Shop follows the most up-to-date procedures, offering effective eye exams, diagnoses, treatments, and vision correction alternatives.

At Curry's Spectacle Shop, patients have many options in finding the right type of contact lens for their vision correction needs. You can choose from daily or monthly disposable lenses, contacts for astigmatism, multifocal lenses, colored lenses, and much more. After a comprehensive evaluation of your eye, Curry's Spectacle Shop can recommend the contact lenses that are best for you including lenses from Acuvue, CooperVision, Bausch + Lomb and other manufacturers.

Located at 3202 Buffalo Rd, Curry's Spectacle Shop can be reached at +1 814-899-6833.

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Tuesday	09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Wednesday	09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Thursday	09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Friday	09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Saturday	09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday	Closed

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Contact Lens Brands

Acuvue

Acuvue, one of the most renowned brands in contact lenses, has been at the forefront of the industry, consistently pushing the boundaries of vision correction and comfort. With a global presence and millions of satisfied customers, Acuvue contact lenses are trusted and recognized worldwide.

The Acuvue product lines include the popular Acuvue Oasys lenses, known for their exceptional comfort and ability to retain moisture throughout the day. These lenses utilize advanced technologies like Hydraclear and TearStable to ensure long-lasting hydration and a comfortable wearing experience.

Recognizing the importance of eye health, Acuvue products were among the first to feature UV protection. All Acuvue contact lenses offer high levels of UVB and UVA blocking, providing an extra layer of protection against harmful sun rays and supporting long-term eye health.

Innovation lies at the heart of Johnson & Johnson Vision, exemplified by Acuvue Oasys with Transitions, the world's first contact lenses with auto-darkening capabilities (called Light Intelligent Technology). They adjust to different light conditions, reducing glare and filtering harmful blue light, enhancing visual comfort and protection.

For a comprehensive list of Acuvue products, you can visit the Optix-now Acuvue products page.

With a diverse range of product families (Acuvue Oasys, Acuvue Vita, Acuvue Moist) catering to various vision needs, including astigmatism correction and multifocal options, Johnson & Johnson Vision ensures that patients have reliable solutions that meet their specific requirements.

Bausch+Lomb

Bausch + Lomb

Bausch & Lomb, a global leader in eye health, has a remarkable history spanning over 165 years. Their product lines, including Bausch + Lomb INFUSE, BioTrue ONEday, ULTRA, and PureVision2, offer a wide range of contact lenses to suit diverse needs. B&L offers several notable innovations, such as MoistureSeal and ProBalance, which provide long-lasting moisture, reduced dryness, and outstanding comfort throughout the day. The ProBalance Technology combines carefully balanced surface ingredients to improve contact lens comfort, reduce dryness caused by lens wear, and support ocular surface homeostasis.

Furthermore, Bausch & Lomb utilizes advanced aspheric optics in many of their contact lens products. This technology effectively reduces visual aberrations and halos while enhancing clarity, providing wearers with sharper and more precise vision.

CooperVision

Coopervision

CooperVision is a leading provider of contact lenses, offering a diverse range of soft contact lenses to meet the individual needs of every wearer. Committed to advancing eye care with innovative technologies such as Digital Zone Optics and AquaForm, CooperVision has emerged as a prominent leader in the field, catering to the diverse needs of contact lens wearers.

Among their renowned product families are the MyDay family, featuring high-performing 1-day contact lenses for various vision correction needs, the clariti 1 day family offering affordable 1-day lenses with breathability and UV protection, MiSight 1 day, the first lens FDA-approved to slow childhood nearsightedness, Biofinity, providing monthly replacement lenses with comfort and visual performance, and Avaira Vitality, a cost-effective family of 2-week replacement lenses with UV protection.

For a comprehensive list of CooperVision contact lens products, check out the CooperVision contact lenses page on Optix-now.

Contact Lens Brands

Bausch+Lomb Soflens
Bausch+Lomb ULTRA
Bausch+Lomb PureVision

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