Who Scleral Lenses Are Designed For and How They Can Transform Your Vision: The Perfect Fit

At Fresh Pond Eye Care, we believe that everyone deserves clear, comfortable vision, no matter their unique eye health challenges. For individuals who have struggled with traditional contact lenses or glasses, scleral lenses offer a game-changing solution. Designed to address a variety of complex vision needs, these specialized lenses provide unmatched comfort, clarity, and protection.

What Are Scleral Lenses?

Scleral lenses are large-diameter gas-permeable contact lenses that rest on the sclera, the white part of your eye, rather than directly on the cornea. Their unique design creates a tear-filled reservoir between the lens and the eye's surface, providing unparalleled comfort and improved vision. Unlike standard contact lenses, scleral lenses are custom-fit to your eyes, ensuring optimal performance and comfort.
 

Who Are Scleral Lenses Designed For?

Scleral lenses are ideal for individuals with specific eye conditions or vision challenges, including:

• Keratoconus: For those with keratoconus, where the cornea becomes thin and irregularly shaped, scleral lenses provide a stable surface that improves vision and protects the eye from further irritation.

• Severe Dry Eye Syndrome: The tear-filled reservoir in scleral lenses helps keep eyes hydrated, offering significant relief for those with chronic dry eye conditions.

• Post-Surgical Eyes: Patients who have undergone corneal surgery, such as LASIK or a corneal transplant, often benefit from the comfort and clarity provided by scleral lenses.

• Irregular Corneas: People with irregular corneas due to conditions like pellucid marginal degeneration or trauma find scleral lenses to be a reliable solution for clear and stable vision.

• High Refractive Errors: Individuals with severe nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism often achieve sharper vision with scleral lenses compared to glasses or soft contact lenses.
   

How Scleral Lenses Transform Vision

Scleral lenses are designed with comfort in mind, making them an excellent choice for individuals with sensitive eyes. Scleral lenses rest on the sclera and avoid direct contact with the corneal surface. This unique design reduces irritation and ensures greater comfort, even during extended periods of wear.
 

In addition to comfort, scleral lenses significantly enhance vision clarity. By creating a smooth optical surface, these lenses effectively correct corneal irregularities, allowing for sharper and more precise vision than what standard lenses or glasses can provide.
 

Another key benefit of scleral lenses is their protective function. Acting as a shield, they help safeguard sensitive eyes from environmental irritants, such as dust and allergens, while also reducing the risk of further damage to compromised eye surfaces.
 

Finally, scleral lenses offer a highly personalized approach to vision care. Each lens is custom-made to fit the unique shape and condition of the wearer’s eyes. This tailored design ensures maximum comfort, optimal effectiveness, and a truly transformative vision experience.
 

Are Scleral Lenses Right for You?

Scleral lenses have revolutionized the way we approach complex vision challenges, offering a customized solution for those with conditions like keratoconus, dry eye syndrome, or irregular corneas. Their ability to provide comfort, clarity, and protection makes them a life-changing option for many individuals who have struggled with traditional eyewear. We’ll conduct a comprehensive eye exam and determine if scleral lenses are the right solution for your unique vision needs.
 

Schedule your eye exam with Fresh Pond Eye Care to discover if scleral lenses are the transformative solution you’ve been looking for. Contact our office in Ridgewood, New York, by calling (646) 481-8579 or Click here to get in touch with us.