If you're searching for contact lenses in Nashville, you've probably noticed that not all eye clinics are created equal. Some rush you through a fitting in ten minutes. Others quote you a price that makes your eyes water before you've even put the lenses in. At Elite Eyecare, we do things differently — and in this guide, Dr. Nathan Lipe walks you through everything you need to know about getting contact lenses in Nashville, from your first fitting to getting the best price on a year's supply.
This is the first question we ask every contact lens patient. If you're a first-time wearer or haven't worn contacts in over a year, you'll need a contact lens fitting — which is a separate appointment from a standard eye exam. A fitting involves measuring the curvature of your cornea, evaluating the health of your eye surface, and trial-fitting lenses to make sure they sit correctly on your eye before we finalize your prescription.
If you're an existing contact lens wearer with a current prescription (valid within 12 months), you may be able to skip straight to ordering. At Elite Eyecare, we make this process as simple as possible — call or text us at 615-249-4926 and we'll pull up your file and get your order placed the same day.
One of the things that makes Elite Eyecare different from many Nashville eye clinics is the sheer breadth of contact lens brands and styles we stock. We're a high-volume contact lens practice, which means we carry everything and we know what works. Here's a breakdown by manufacturer:
Alcon makes some of the most advanced daily lenses on the market. We carry the full lineup including Dailies Total 1 (widely considered the most comfortable daily lens available), Dailies Total 1 for Astigmatism, Precision1, Precision1 for Astigmatism, and Total 30 and Total 30 for Astigmatism for patients who prefer a monthly lens with exceptional water gradient technology.
Bausch + Lomb's silicone hydrogel lenses are excellent for patients with drier eyes or longer wear days. We carry Biotrue ONEday and Biotrue ONEday for Astigmatism, Infuse and Infuse for Astigmatism (their premium daily silicone hydrogel), Ultra and Ultra for Astigmatism (monthly), and Ultra Multifocal for patients over 40 who need correction for both near and distance vision.
CooperVision offers some of our favorite options for patients with astigmatism and for extended wear. We stock Biofinity, Biofinity for Astigmatism, Biofinity Extended Range, Biofinity Astigmatism Extended Range, Biofinity Multifocal, Clariti, Clariti for Astigmatism, MyDay, and MyDay for Astigmatism.
Acuvue is one of the most recognized names in contact lenses, and for good reason — their lenses are consistently comfortable and widely covered by vision insurance. At Elite Eyecare we carry Acuvue Moist and Acuvue Moist for Astigmatism, Acuvue Oasys and Acuvue Oasys for Astigmatism, Acuvue Oasys 1-Day and Acuvue Oasys 1-Day for Astigmatism, and Acuvue Vita and Acuvue Vita for Astigmatism.
This is one of the most common questions we get at our Nashville clinic. Here's the honest answer: it depends on your lifestyle, your eyes, and your budget — and the math isn't always what you'd expect.
Daily lenses are the most hygienic option because you open a fresh pair every single morning and throw them away at night. There's no cleaning solution, no lens case, no risk of protein buildup. For patients who wear contacts only a few days a week, or for anyone prone to eye infections or allergies, dailies are often the better choice.
Monthly lenses are worn for up to 30 days (with nightly cleaning and storage) before being replaced. For patients who wear contacts every day, monthlies can be more cost-effective — though the difference is smaller than most people assume, especially once you factor in the cost of solution.
At Elite Eyecare, Dr. Lipe takes time during your fitting to actually run the numbers with you. Patients are often surprised to find out what a year's supply actually costs them — especially once manufacturer rebates are applied.
Here's something most eye clinics don't tell you: contact lens manufacturers offer significant rebates — sometimes $100 or more on a year's supply — but you have to know how to claim them and buy the right quantity to qualify. Because Elite Eyecare is a high-volume contact lens practice, we work with all major manufacturers and we know exactly how to maximize these rebates for our patients.
When you order a year's supply at Elite Eyecare, we walk you through every available rebate so you're not leaving money on the table. Many of our patients are genuinely surprised at how affordable a full year of premium contact lenses turns out to be compared to what they were paying at a big-box retailer or online.
We also accept VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision, Spectera, and Superior vision plans — call us at 615-249-4926 to verify your benefits before your appointment.
Your contact lens fitting at our Nashville clinic typically takes about an hour for new wearers and 30–45 minutes for existing wearers switching brands. Here's what happens:
Dr. Lipe will first perform or review a comprehensive eye exam to confirm your current prescription. He'll then take measurements of your corneal curvature and evaluate your tear film — this tells us which lens materials and designs are going to feel best on your specific eyes. You'll try on one or more trial pairs and wear them for a few minutes while Dr. Lipe evaluates the fit under a slit lamp.
For first-time wearers, Dr. Lipe provides hands-on training in the exam room — insertion, removal, and proper care. Nobody leaves the office until they're confident handling their lenses. We know that sounds like a small thing, but it's the kind of personalized attention that makes a real difference, especially if you've been nervous about trying contacts for the first time.
Having astigmatism or needing reading correction used to mean contacts weren't a great option. That's no longer true. Toric lenses for astigmatism have improved dramatically in recent years, and as you can see from our brand list above, nearly every manufacturer now offers excellent toric options across multiple modalities.
For patients over 40 dealing with presbyopia — the natural age-related loss of near focus — multifocal contact lenses have become remarkably effective. Bausch + Lomb Ultra Multifocal and Biofinity Multifocal are two of our most popular options for this group.
If you have dry eyes, the lens material matters enormously. Silicone hydrogel lenses like Dailies Total 1, Infuse, and Acuvue Oasys are engineered specifically to retain moisture throughout the day. Dr. Lipe will discuss your symptoms and recommend accordingly.
Whether you're a first-time contact lens wearer, switching brands, or just looking for a better price on your annual supply, Elite Eyecare is one of Nashville's most experienced contact lens practices. We're located at 5300 Centennial Blvd, Suite 107, Nashville, TN 37209 — open Monday through Thursday 9am–6pm and Friday 9am–1pm.
Call or text us at 615-249-4926, or book an appointment online. Walk-ins are always welcome.
