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Contact Lens Exam in Ocala

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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 Eye Care Center of Ocala in Ocala today.

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Experience a New Perspective With Contact Lenses!


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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- Mar. 20, 2026
Dr Shaw is not only extremely knowledgeable and professional, but he is kind, caring, and takes the ... time to get to know you. We have been with him for over ten years and couldn’t be happier.
- Mar. 20, 2026
Very clean and professional office. Modern equipment and happy people that work there.
- Mar. 16, 2026
Fantastic Customer Service
- Mar. 13, 2026
Good service, we'll managed
- Mar. 11, 2026
The staff and the doctor provide exceptional service! They are very patient with my young daughter a... nd they are very thorough with her care. They are all professional and outgoing and they make the visits with my daughter enjoyable!
- Mar. 10, 2026
The staff is friendly and there was virtually no waiting.
- Mar. 08, 2026
They have very good customer service knowledgeable and very thorough.
- Mar. 07, 2026
I had tried another eye care center in the area and was quite disappointed with their lack of servic... e. I came across the Eye Care Center of Ocala on-line and after reading the reviews I decided to give them a try. Setting up the appointment on-line was easy, and I was able to be seen the same day! I arrived about 10 minutes early and was greeted kindly at the reception desk. I was asked a few simple questions and then I was able to fill out the questionnaire on an electronic tablet device, which was convenient. I was called back on time into the exam area and greeted by the technician/assistant who was professional and efficient. The eye exam lasted about 45 minutes and at the end, Dr. Castello came in and introduced himself in a pleasant and professional manner; he then discussed and reviewed the exam with the technician/assistant. Dr. Castello performed a few more eye test and asked some follow up questions to my satisfaction. The exam was completed and I thanked both the Dr. and the technician/assistant. I then proceeded to the eye wear section and greeted in a short period of time and reviewed their eye wear selection. The assistant was professional and helped me find a frame that was of good quality and at a fair price. I made the payment for the visit and the eye wear at her desk and prior to leaving, she said my glasses should be in around 2-weeks, and I would be notified via a text. Less than 2-weeks later, I received a text that my new glasses arrived. I again was greeted in a professional manner, and I picked the glasses up in the eye wear area and can see clearly now. I would recommend the Eye Care Center of Ocala for eye care to anyone looking for an eye care specialist. The facility is clean and the staff is friendly, courteous, and a pleasure to deal with.
- Mar. 04, 2026
Dr. Strucko is an excellent doctor! We have been going to her for our eye care need for many years.... We would not think of going anywhere else. If you want a caring, thoughtful and excellent doctor, go see Dr. Strucko.
- Feb. 25, 2026
Eye care center of Ocala is amazing they have great people to help you from start to finish! They go... above and beyond! The girl who took care of me first was very sweet kind and patient! Very knowledgeable! The dr was great to! Last but not least, Mitch! He was so helpful! Again he went above and beyond to help me! He was very knowledgeable and kind! He checked all the boxes! Didn’t miss a beat!
- Feb. 15, 2026
This was my 3rd year in a row here. Exceptional treatment.
- Feb. 14, 2026
Very friendly and welcoming staff from the front desk, assitsnt, and the doctor. They have always t... aken good care of me not only during my regular eye exams but also when I had an eye emergency.
- Feb. 13, 2026
Friendly and professional service
- Feb. 11, 2026
Great
- Feb. 02, 2026
In and out effeciently, thorough and friendly. Will come back
- Jan. 31, 2026
I had an excellent experience with my eye doctor. From the moment I walked in, the staff was welcomi... ng and professional. The doctor took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions, and made sure I felt comfortable throughout the visit. The exam was very thorough, and I never felt rushed. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality eye care. Tambien hablan español!
- Jan. 30, 2026
I have been going to eyecare center since I moved here 3 years ago. I always have a great experienc... e. Dr. Costello and his asst are wonderful. Very knowledgeable , very kind ,answer all my questions. Office is very clean. They have the latest technology. I am very happy .
- Jan. 27, 2026
I must say, I’ve wore glasses for most of my life, but the treatment I received at the Eye Center ... of Ocala was beyond exceptional. Lane and Gailyn we’re absolutely fantastic! I was so impressed with the customer service and the treatment. I’m usually a tough critic, but those two ladies made an exceptional impression on me. I highly recommend if you need glasses or contacts, ask for those ladies. They should be commended.
- Jan. 09, 2026
Full eye care center. Friendly, helpful staff. Process is streamlined and generally time efficient.
- Dec. 30, 2025
The staff were extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and pleasant. Highly recommend for your optometry n... eeds.

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Contact Lens Exams in Ocala

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Spectera
  • Superior Vision
  • Davis Vision
  • Anthem
  • EyeMed
  • Blue Cross

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