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Contact Lens Exam in Knoxville

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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 The Eye Group - Kingston Pike in Knoxville 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.


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- Mar. 20, 2026
Great place to go for an eye exam.
- Mar. 13, 2026
Have been a patient for several years and find exams very thorough and staff friendly.
- Mar. 11, 2026
Very professional and caring staff. Complete instructions on what I need to do, samples of eye drops... and further information to obtain more products. Thank you. Also, Dr. Lain was very understanding and patient with my questions and set my mind at ease!
- Feb. 23, 2026
The staff at The Eye Group are Awesome! They were all very friendly and willing to offer a helping h... and in the process. I highly recommend The Eye Group in Farragut!!
- Feb. 22, 2026
Wonderful doctors and staff, really concerned with helping their patients.
- Feb. 20, 2026
The staff are very caring and knowledgeable. It was a great experience and I felt well taken care of... when I left.
- Jan. 24, 2026
They were very pleasant. The doctor was extremely knowledgeable. I was given excellent advice and tr... eated well. I wanted some water to drink, but there wasn't any in the lobby. That would be a nice convenience for guests.
- Jan. 21, 2026
I received a very comprehensive evaluation of my dry eye condition.
- Jan. 20, 2026
Absolute total satisfaction. Would recommend 100%.
- Dec. 31, 2025
Dr Cross is a wonderful doctor and human being. He always takes time to explain everything in perfe... ct detail and he genuinely cares. He's awesome!
- Dec. 30, 2025
I was very pleased with Dr Cross and the staff. I feel that I had a very qualified Dr and good advic... e.
- Dec. 20, 2025
I highly recommend Dr. Cross! He is supportive and treats you like your family! Everyone is very f... riendly and kind!!!
- Dec. 18, 2025
Dr. Amburn is the man!!! Highly recommend the Eye Group of Farragut.
- Nov. 30, 2025
Very friendly and professional people. I never feel rushed.
- Nov. 20, 2025
I’ve been seeing Dr. Lain for dry eye treatment and I can’t say enough about how grateful I am f... or his care. He takes time to explain every option and uses the most effective, up to date treatments to actually improve the condition, not just manage it. My eyes feel better than they have in years. We’re incredibly lucky to have a doctor like him here in Knoxville.
- Oct. 29, 2025
Recently moved to Farragut, TN and needed to find a dry eye specialist. Dr. Lain, at The Eye Group, ... was knowledgeable and very helpful. He definitely will be my optometrist and dry eye specialist.
- Oct. 22, 2025
They are really good i get my glasses from here all the time
- Oct. 15, 2025
Wonderful appointment, MD and team are awesome!
- Sep. 24, 2025
Fantastic staff - fantastic Dr - fantastic eyeglass selection
- Sep. 24, 2025
Love The Eye Group! The entire staff is friendly and Dr. Amburn takes great care of his patients. Hi... ghly recommend this practice if you're looking for thorough, professional vision care.

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Contact Lens Exams in Knoxville

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  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
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