Helping Perth locals with Contact Lenses

It can feel a little daunting at first, and that’s completely normal. But here’s the thing: most people pick it up much faster than they expect. At E Eye Place, we take the time to walk you through everything step by step during your fitting, and we won’t rush you. Whether it takes five minutes or a little longer, we’re right there with you until you feel confident. Many patients who came in nervous leave feeling genuinely surprised at how straightforward it was.

Definitely, and we think this is one of the most important parts of the process. During your appointment, you’ll actually wear the lenses so you can experience the comfort and clarity for yourself. There’s no guesswork involved. You get to feel the difference firsthand before making any decisions, which makes getting started so much easier.

In most cases, yes. Many of our patients have astigmatism or find they need help with both near and distance vision, and there are excellent lens options designed specifically for both. We take the time to understand your eyes and your lifestyle before making any recommendation, so you can be confident the lenses we suggest are the right fit for you specifically.

This really depends on your eyes and the type of lenses that suit you best. Many of our patients comfortably wear their lenses for most of the day with no issues. We’ll work with you to find a wearing schedule that keeps your eyes healthy and comfortable, usually starting gradually and building from there. It’s never a one-size-fits-all answer, which is exactly why we take a personalised approach.

When fitted correctly and worn as advised, contact lenses are a safe and well-established way to correct your vision. The key is making sure they’re the right lenses for your eyes, which is why a proper fitting matters. We’ll also make sure you feel completely comfortable with the simple care routine involved, because looking after your lenses is really just about building a small habit. Most people find it becomes second nature very quickly.

This is a question we hear from a lot of parents, and the answer is more encouraging than many expect. There’s no strict age rule when it comes to contact lenses. What matters most is whether your child is ready, both in terms of eye development and their ability to handle the responsibility of wearing and caring for them properly.
Many children, particularly those involved in sport or active activities, find that contacts give them a level of freedom and confidence that glasses can’t always provide. For kids who feel self-conscious about wearing glasses, it can also make a real difference to how they feel day to day.
Contact lenses for children are also becoming increasingly common for another important reason: myopia management. Myopia, or short-sightedness, is being diagnosed in children at younger ages than ever before, and specialised contact lenses are now one of the most effective tools available to help slow its progression. This is an area where early intervention can make a meaningful difference to your child’s long-term vision, and it’s something we’re passionate about at E Eye Place.
Whether you’re exploring contacts for lifestyle reasons or have concerns about your child’s myopia, we take the time to assess each child individually and have an honest conversation with both the child and their parents about whether contact lenses are the right fit, and when. If the time is right, we guide them through the process just as we would with any patient: patiently, step by step, and with plenty of encouragement along the way.