Contact lenses are supposed to provide you with clear vision. However, sometimes vision is blurry with contacts, even when you have no issues seeing with glasses. Often, blurry vision with contacts is a sign of an underlying eye condition or that you’re wearing the wrong type of lenses. At True Focus Eye Care, we offer a variety of contact lenses in Port Richey to meet your unique vision needs and ensure you see clearly.
In this blog, we’ll cover common reasons for blurry vision with contact lenses, how to fix it, and where to get the right support for your eye health.
Why vision might look blurry with contacts
Many people notice their vision is sharp with eyeglasses but not as crisp with contact lenses. Common reasons for blurry vision with contact lenses include:
- Incorrect prescription: Even a small difference between your glasses and contact lens prescription can affect visual quality.
- Presbyopia: As you age, the lenses in your eyes lose flexibility, making it harder to see up close. If you’re over 40, this could be why your contacts aren’t providing clear near vision.
- Dry eyes: Without enough tears or the right kind of tears, lenses can feel uncomfortable and reduce clarity.
- Dirty or damaged lenses: Protein deposits or tiny scratches can reduce sharpness.
- Poor lens fit: Contact lenses should sit snugly on the eye. If the shape isn’t right, your vision may suffer.
- Underlying eye conditions: Issues like astigmatism, keratoconus, or corneal irregularities may require specialty contact lenses for clear vision.
If your vision isn’t as clear or comfortable as it should be, a contact lens exam can help pinpoint the cause and get you to see your best again.
How to fix blurry vision with contacts
Fortunately, blurry vision with contacts can often be corrected, depending on the underlying cause. Here are a few solutions your eye doctor may recommend:
- Updating your prescription for more precise vision correction
- Switching to a different type of lens, such as toric or multifocal lenses
- Using specialty contact lenses, like scleral lenses, for complex corneal conditions or dry eyes
- Seeing a professional for dry eye treatment if tear quality is affecting comfort and vision
- Exploring other solutions like migraine lenses or Neurolens if eye strain or headaches are also an issue
Your optometrist can guide you toward the best fit for your lifestyle and vision needs.
Visit our contact lens clinic
If traditional contact lenses haven’t given you the clear, comfortable vision you’re looking for, it may be time to explore more advanced solutions. At True Focus Eye Care, we’re excited to have an on-site contact lens clinic led by Dr. Veronia Abadeer, a board-certified optometrist passionate about helping patients achieve clear, comfortable vision.
At our contact lens clinic in Port Richey, we’ll evaluate your eyes, fit you with the right lenses, and help you enjoy sharper, more reliable vision. We offer a range of specialty contact lenses, including corneal gas permeable (GP) lenses, scleral lenses, and soft prosthetic lenses. These solutions are highly effective for managing vision in patients with keratoconus, corneal dystrophies, or post-surgical corneal irregularities.
We take the time to tailor each pair of contact lenses to your unique prescription and lifestyle. Because one size doesn’t fit everyone, we’ll make sure your lenses feel comfortable and give you the clear vision you deserve.
Beyond contact lenses: other solutions for clearer vision
If contact lenses aren’t the only cause of your blurry vision, other treatments may help. Neurolens and migraine glasses can relieve eye strain and fatigue, double vision, dizziness, and headaches related to eye problems.
In some cases, blurry vision can be linked to progressive eye diseases, such as macular degeneration. In these situations, low vision treatment can make everyday tasks easier and improve quality of life.
Get the most from your contact lenses
Blurry vision with contacts doesn’t have to be your normal. With the right fit, dry eye treatment, or specialty lens, you can enjoy the freedom of contacts without sacrificing clarity. If you’re ready to see clearly and comfortably, schedule your comprehensive eye exam today; we’d love to help you find the perfect solution.
