A contact lens follow-up patient should have what with them during their appointment?

Having the current pair of contacts in their eyes during the follow-up appointment is crucial for the optometric technician to evaluate the fit, comfort, and effectiveness of the lenses. When the patient arrives wearing the lenses, the technician can assess how they perform under real-world conditions, including aspects like vision clarity and comfort. This allows for immediate observation and makes it easier to identify any issues that may need to be addressed, such as lens fit or prescription accuracy.

While other items like prescription paperwork, last eye exam results, and previous lenses may provide useful background information, they do not allow for the same level of immediate assessment as having the current lenses in place. The follow-up is focused on evaluating the current lenses rather than reviewing past prescriptions or documentation. Therefore, having the contacts in the patient’s eyes is essential for a thorough evaluation and adjustment, if necessary.