Scleral Lenses for Keratoconus & Dry Eye Relief

If you’ve been diagnosed with keratoconus or struggle with chronic dry eye, you know how challenging it can be to find comfortable, effective vision correction. While traditional glasses and contact lenses help many people, they often fall short for those with more complex eye conditions. Scleral lenses are a game-changer for patients with keratoconus and dry eye, providing clear vision and lasting comfort where other options fail.
 

What Are Scleral Lenses?

Scleral lenses are large, gas-permeable contact lenses designed to vault over the entire cornea and rest gently on the white part of your eye (the sclera). This unique design creates a fluid-filled reservoir between the lens and the eye’s surface, delivering several distinct benefits for people with corneal irregularities and severe dryness.
 

How Scleral Lenses Help Keratoconus

Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition where the cornea thins and bulges into a cone shape, causing distorted and blurred vision. Standard contact lenses often can’t adequately fit this irregular corneal surface, resulting in poor vision and discomfort.

Scleral lenses are custom-made to fit the shape of your eye, offering:

• Stable, crisp vision: The lens vaults over the irregular cornea, creating a smooth optical surface for light to focus properly.

• Enhanced comfort: Since the lens rests on the sclera and not the sensitive cornea, many patients experience less irritation.

• Protection: The fluid layer under the lens can help shield the cornea from further irritation or trauma.
 

Scleral Lenses for Dry Eye Relief

Dry eye can make it nearly impossible to wear regular contact lenses. Scleral lenses offer a new level of relief by:

• Maintaining constant moisture: The fluid reservoir beneath the lens continuously bathes the cornea, relieving dryness and discomfort throughout the day.

• Reducing irritation: By creating a protective barrier, scleral lenses help prevent your eyes from drying out, even in challenging environments.

• Improving quality of life: Many people with severe dry eye are able to comfortably return to work, hobbies, and daily activities thanks to scleral lenses.
 

The Scleral Lens Fitting Process

At InVision Eye Health, your journey with scleral lenses begins with a thorough eye exam and corneal mapping. Our optometrists use advanced imaging to create a custom lens design for your unique eyes. You’ll receive expert training on inserting, removing, and caring for your lenses to ensure a comfortable, healthy experience.
 

Take the Next Step Toward Clearer, More Comfortable Vision

Scleral lenses have opened new possibilities for individuals living with keratoconus and chronic dry eye, delivering both clearer vision and greater daily comfort. If you’ve felt limited by your current vision correction options, exploring scleral lenses could be a life-changing step forward.

Contact InVision Eye Health to schedule a consultation and discover how scleral lenses can transform your vision and comfort. Visit our office in Sandy, Utah, or call (801) 495-2020 to book an appointment today.