You’re looking for the best place to get an eye exam for new glasses or contacts, but where should you go? Big retail chain store or a private optometry practice. Sure, you can look somewhere up on the internet or respond to an ad you saw on TV, your vision is too important to leave up to chance. 

Here are a few factors to consider:

Experience Big box or chain stores typically operates as separate entities sharing the same office. Exams are performed by an independent doctor and contacts, and prescription glasses are sold in the retail store in the front. 

In a local practice the optometrist is an integrated part of the team. Truly committed to your vision health, from a quality, comprehensive eye exams to prescription glasses and contacts. Staffed by those with extensive training to answer any questions you may have, help you with the best care of your vision, and choose those perfect pair of glasses. They are also there for the long term. That means you see the same doctor year after year, tracking your eye health and ensuring the best care!

Location  You want to choose an eye care facility that is conveniently located to either where you work or live. So when your eye glasses need an adjustment or it’s time to pick up new contacts, you won’t have to drive all over town. An optician who is local makes it quick and easy, they also may have expanded hours. 

Price We’ve all seen the big advertised sales that chain stores, but usually it comes at a cost. Typically to your eyes and wallet, from the inferior quality of the contact lenses or glasses to not being able to use the offer with your insurance. The local vision specialist cares about you and your family, they accept most insurance, and ensures you get the most benefits available. 

Quality of Care  Big retail stores are in the business of getting a large amount of people through in and out the door as quick as possible, quality may not be on high on the priority list. 

While a local practice cares about the individual patient. It is more than just a quick exam, but using the latest equipment to detect other ailments such as glaucoma, conjunctivitis, cataracts, even diabetes and high blood pressure. 

Your eyesight is too important to take any chances! Which is why Lake Nona Eye Care has made it so easy to have a comprehensive eye exam at one of our two Lake Nona locations, Moss Park 407-658-9990 and Eagle Creek 407-930-5305