For many people, traditional contact lenses provide a simple and effective way to correct vision. But for individuals with conditions like keratoconus, severe dry eye, or irregular corneas, conventional options often fall short—causing discomfort, poor fit, or even worsening symptoms.
If you’ve struggled with standard contacts or glasses, scleral lenses may be the solution you've been searching for.
What Are Scleral Lenses?
Unlike traditional contact lenses that sit directly on the cornea, scleral lenses are larger and rest on the sclera—the white part of the eye—creating a tear-filled vault over the cornea.
This design offers several unique benefits:
- Superior Comfort: Because the lens does not touch the sensitive corneal surface, irritation and discomfort are minimized.
- Sharp, Stable Vision: The rigid material maintains its shape, providing clear, consistent vision, even for those with irregular corneas.
- Continuous Hydration: The fluid reservoir beneath the lens helps keep the eye moist, making scleral lenses an excellent choice for individuals with severe dry eye.
- A Custom Fit: Every pair of scleral lenses is tailored to the wearer’s unique eye shape, ensuring optimal comfort and effectiveness.
Who Can Benefit from Scleral Lenses?
Scleral lenses are often recommended for individuals with complex eye conditions, including:
- Keratoconus: A progressive condition that causes the cornea to thin and become cone-shaped, leading to distorted vision.
- Severe Dry Eye Syndrome: Traditional lenses can exacerbate dryness, but scleral lenses provide a hydrating cushion for sensitive eyes.
- Irregular Corneas: Whether due to surgery, injury, or conditions like pellucid marginal degeneration, scleral lenses offer a smooth optical surface for better vision.
- Post-Surgical Vision Correction: Patients who have undergone corneal transplants or refractive surgery (like LASIK) and experience irregularities in their vision may benefit from scleral lenses.
The Contact Lens Fitting Process: What to Expect
Fitting scleral lenses requires specialized expertise. At Accurate Family Vision, our team takes precise measurements of your eyes using advanced diagnostic tools to ensure a perfect fit. The process includes:
- Comprehensive Eye Exam: We assess your eye health and determine if scleral lenses are right for you.
- Custom Lens Design: Each lens is uniquely crafted to match your corneal shape and vision needs.
- Trial and Adjustments: We provide trial lenses and make necessary refinements for the best comfort and clarity.
- Follow-Up Care: We ensure your lenses continue to fit well and support long-term eye health.
Why we Recommend Scleral Lenses at Accurate Family Vision
If you’ve struggled with discomfort, fluctuating vision, or an inability to wear traditional contact lenses, scleral lenses can provide life-changing benefits.
Here’s why patients love them:
- Improved Vision Clarity: Because scleral lenses create a smooth optical surface, they correct even the most irregular corneal shapes, offering clearer, more stable vision than glasses or soft contact lenses.
- All-Day Comfort: Many wearers find that scleral lenses stay comfortable throughout the day, even in dry or windy environments.
- Reduced Dependence on Eye Drops: For dry eye sufferers, the fluid reservoir beneath the lens provides continuous moisture, reducing the need for artificial tears.
- Protection for Sensitive Eyes: The barrier created by the lenses shields the cornea from irritants, allergens, and environmental factors.
Find Out If Scleral Lenses Are Right for You
Scleral lenses have changed the lives of many patients—and they could be the solution you’ve been looking for. The first step is a consultation with our specialty contact lens experts.
Schedule your specialty contact lens fitting with our team in Gilbert and experience the difference scleral lenses can make.