Contactology

Contactology is a specialty of Optometry that aims to adapt the most suitable contact lens based on the results of the optometric examination.

The practice of Contactology consists of adapting a contact lens to the ocular surface, making it comfortable and capable of providing adequate optical compensation, for the necessary time, without harming ocular health in the short, medium and long term.

It is the Optometrist's job to determine which lens is appropriate for each patient, depending on their conditions, symptoms, ocular signs and refractive exam results.

Properly designed and fitted, a contact lens compensates for ametropia, corneal irregularities, and certain binocular dysfunctions. In addition to the most common contact lenses (softer materials), contact lenses include fitting contact lenses for special conditions, such as corneal pathologies, high prescriptions, and transplanted corneas. This is the case with semi-rigid, hybrid, and scleral lenses.

For more information or to book a Contactology appointment, please contact us by email (online@grupojorgeoculista.pt) or Whatsapp (+351 912 074 722).