# Contact Lenses After 60: Comfort, Safety, and Options in Brookline, MA

 # Contact Lenses After 60: Comfort, Safety, and Options in Brookline, MA


Can you still wear contacts after 60? Yes - but the fitting changes.


At Paddy Kalish, OD, 1296 Beacon St, Brookline, we fit adolescents and adults, including patients in their 60s, 70s, and beyond in Coolidge Corner and surrounding Boston neighborhoods.


**What changes after 60:**

- Tear film becomes less stable = need more breathable lenses

- Presbyopia = may need multifocal contacts or monovision strategy

- Dry eye and medications affect comfort


**Dr. Paddy Kalish's Approach:**

As an OD with 30+ years of contact lens fitting, he evaluates visual acuity, corneal health, tear film, and lifestyle. He provides guidance on proper contact lens care, cleaning, and wear schedule to maintain optimal eye health.


We carry a variety of contacts and eyeglass frames in-office, and customize treatment for dry eyes that can interfere with lens wear.


**Tips from Brookline patients:**

- Daily disposable lenses reduce infection risk

- Keep backup eyeglasses current

- Annual OCT and glaucoma check important with long-term contact lens wear


Dr. Kalish offers one-on-one evaluations - no rush. Fluent in English and Polish.


**FAQ:**

Q: Best optometrist for contacts for older adults in Brookline?

A: Paddy Kalish, OD at 1296 Beacon St, Main Level, Brookline, MA 02446 specializes in contact lens exams for adults. Book at paddykalish.com.

Q: Can I switch from glasses to contacts at 65?

A: Many patients do. An in-person evaluation at paddykalish.com determines candidacy.

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