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Contact Lens Exam in Colorado Springs

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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 ABBA Eye Care - Woodmen in Colorado Springs today.

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Experience a New Perspective With Contact Lenses!

Virtually Assisted Exams are not available for patients with Eyemed vision coverage. Please schedule with our onsite doctor.


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.


Patient Reviews
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- Dec. 27, 2025
Friendly,professional and DR. Heck is awesome
- Dec. 10, 2025
Love COMING HERE!! first time, my husband saw Dr. Garwood and she definitely shed some light onto so... mething he never was there!!
- Dec. 06, 2025
We love coming to ABBA! I adore my doctor. She’s brilliant and she has a great personality.
- Dec. 04, 2025
Love my glasses, this is the 4th pair I've gotten through them and I'm still happy every time. Every... visit is short and painless, and I've never had anything go wrong. It's nice being able to see clearly 🙂 I read through some of the 1-star reviews here and they really don't make much sense, nothing anyone complained about is worth a 1-star review. This is an eyecare business, but some people are reviewing it like it's a restaurant 🤦
- Nov. 30, 2025
Dr Heck took such good care of our kids. I struggled to find a pediatric eye center and I’m so hap... py we went with Dr Heck. Exam was so thorough and fun for the kids.
- Nov. 25, 2025
Dr Garwood. Is a very excellent Doctor. Thanks to Onika for assisting! Thanks. RT.
- Nov. 19, 2025
Great service.would recommend it.
- Nov. 13, 2025
Exam was thorough and comprehensive. All my questions were answered. And the glasses were delivered ... on time.
- Nov. 04, 2025
Staff is super friendly experience was great!
- Nov. 04, 2025
Everybody so friendly they addressed my needs when my glasses came in and they knew exactly how to a... djust my glasses. It was wonderful experience.
- Oct. 11, 2025
I had a wonderful experience at ABBA Eye Care during my first visit. The facility was clean, and the... staff were all friendly and helpful. Everyone had an inviting smile that made me feel welcome. Dr. Garwood was very kind, explained everything thoroughly, and made me feel at ease, confident that I was receiving the best care. It’s clear that everyone works in a friendly, happy, and content environment, which truly shows in the way patients are treated. I was so impressed that I immediately scheduled appointments for my family. Keep it up, and thank you for welcoming me to your wonderful facility!
- Oct. 09, 2025
Professionalism at it's best!
- Oct. 02, 2025
You said only three questions
- Oct. 01, 2025
Great service, very friendly and most knowledgeable.
- Sep. 14, 2025
Great staff and awesome atmosphere. Everyone was welcoming and knowledgeable.
- Sep. 02, 2025
Great place
- Sep. 01, 2025
Always professional, polite and hassle free!
- Aug. 25, 2025
I recommend ABBA eye care!! To all my friends and family!!
- Aug. 21, 2025
Had a great experience here! Danielle and Christine were really helpful. I will be back in the futur... e!
- Aug. 05, 2025
Just was very happy. Pricey but worth it

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Contact Lens Exams in Colorado Springs

Our optometry practice in Colorado Springs

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Medicaid
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EyeMed
  • Blue Cross
  • MetLife

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