446 Myrtle Ave Brooklyn, NY 11205
Thinking about ditching your glasses—or upgrading your current contacts for clearer, more comfortable vision? Optical Gallery NY offers comprehensive contact‑lens fittings for first‑time and experienced wearers alike. Our board‑certified optometrist combines state‑of‑the‑art diagnostics with personalized coaching, so you leave confident, comfortable, and seeing your best.
Contact Lens Fittings
Why a Professional Fitting Matters
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Every eye is unique. Corneal shape, tear chemistry, and pupil size affect fit, comfort, and oxygen flow.
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Vision & eye health. A poorly‑fitting lens can blur vision, dry the eye, and even cause infections or corneal damage.
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Legal requirement in New York. A valid prescription—including lens brand, power, base curve, and diameter—must be written by a licensed eye‑care professional.
Skip the guesswork—get a custom fit that protects your eyes and maximizes comfort.
Our 4‑Step Contact‑Lens Fitting Process
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Pre‑Fit Consultation
We discuss your lifestyle, screen time, sports, and vision goals (e.g., freedom from readers, overnight correction, cosmetic color). -
Precision Measurements
Using corneal topography, keratometry, anterior segment OCT, and tear film analysis, we map your eye’s surface and evaluate ocular health. -
Trial Lens Evaluation
You’ll try diagnostic lenses in‑office. We check lens centration, movement, and clarity after 10–15 minutes of wear under the slit‑lamp microscope. -
Prescription Fine‑Tuning & Training
Once fit is confirmed, we finalize the prescription, review hygiene & wearing schedules, and coach you on safe insertion, removal, and cleaning.
Follow‑up visits (within 90 days) are included to ensure ongoing comfort and optimal vision.
Lens Options We Fit & Supply
| Lens Category | Best For | Brands We Love |
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| Daily Disposables | Maximum hygiene & convenience | DAILIES Total1®, Acuvue Oasys 1‑Day®, MiSight® (myopia control) |
| Monthly/Two‑Week Soft | Budget‑friendly frequent wear | Biofinity®, Air Optix HydraGlyde®, Acuvue Oasys® |
| Toric Lenses | Astigmatism correction | Precision1® Toric, Acuvue Oasys 1‑Day for Astigmatism |
| Multifocal & Multifocal‑Toric | Clear distance + near without readers | Biofinity MF®, NaturalVue®, Total30® MFi |
| Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) & Hybrid | High prescriptions, irregular corneas, keratoconus | Boston XO®, Synergeyes® Duette |
| Orthokeratology (Ortho‑K) | Overnight lens that reshapes cornea for daytime freedom | Paragon CRT®, DreamLens®, Euclid Emerald |
| Scleral Lenses | Severe dry eye, post‑LASIK ectasia, keratoconus | Atlantis®, ZenLens®, Ampleye® |
| Cosmetic & Color Enhancing | Fun eye‑color change or special effects | FreshLook Color Blends®, Air Optix Colors® |
Specialty fits: Myopia‑control soft lenses and custom designs for pediatric or hard‑to‑fit eyes are available.
First‑Time Wearer Coaching
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Insertion & Removal Practice until you succeed independently
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Hygiene Rules to reduce infection risk (clean hands, fresh solution, no tap water!)
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Wearing Schedule—we ease you in to build tolerance and reduce dryness
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Lens Care Kit with case, solution, and quick‑reference guide
Annual Lens‑Prescription Renewals
Wearing contacts safely requires yearly evaluations. We:
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Assess corneal health & lens fit
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Update prescription as needed
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Discuss dryness solutions (silicone‑hydrogel upgrades, rewetting drops, punctal plugs)
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Share the latest lens technology and rebates
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a fitting appointment take?
- Plan on 45–60 minutes for new wearers; 30 minutes for renewals.
Am I too young or too old for contacts?
- We fit responsible kids as young as 8 years and have patients happily wearing lenses into their 70s.
Can I swim or shower in contacts?
- No—water increases the risk of serious infection. Use daily disposables with swim goggles or remove lenses first.
What if my lenses feel dry?
- Book a comfort consult—we can switch materials, adjust solution, or treat underlying dry eye.