From Blurry to Brilliant: How Scleral Lenses Restore Vision and Comfort in Challenging Cases

When standard contact lenses or glasses fall short in correcting your vision, it can feel like you're out of options. But for patients with complex eye conditions, scleral lenses offer new hope and clearer sight. These specialized lenses go beyond traditional solutions, offering exceptional comfort and vision correction for even the most challenging cases.
 

What Are Scleral Lenses?

Scleral lenses are large-diameter gas permeable lenses that rest on the sclera (the white part of your eye) and vault over the cornea. This creates a fluid-filled reservoir between the lens and the eye’s surface, helping to keep the eye hydrated and protected throughout the day. Unlike standard contact lenses, which sit directly on the cornea, scleral lenses offer a more stable and comfortable fit, especially for patients with irregular corneas or severe dry eye.
 

Conditions That Benefit from Scleral Lenses

Scleral lenses are designed to help patients with a wide range of vision and comfort issues, including:

• Keratoconus and Other Corneal Irregularities: For eyes that have become cone-shaped or misshapen, scleral lenses provide a smooth optical surface that improves clarity dramatically.

• Post-Surgical Eyes: Patients who have had corneal transplants or LASIK complications often find improved vision and comfort with scleral lenses.

• Severe Dry Eye Syndrome: The fluid reservoir created by the lens helps protect and hydrate the eye, offering relief for chronic dryness.

• High Astigmatism or Prescriptions Unmet by Glasses/Soft Contacts: Scleral lenses can be custom-designed to meet unique visual needs that standard lenses can't correct.
 

The Fitting Process at Della Porta EyeCare

Getting fitted for scleral lenses requires precision and expertise. At Della Porta EyeCare, we begin with a comprehensive eye exam and corneal topography to map the shape of your eye. From there, we create a custom lens tailored to your individual needs.

Once your lenses are ready, we ensure a perfect fit, educate you on how to insert, remove, and care for them, and schedule follow-ups to make any necessary adjustments. Our goal is to make the process smooth, supportive, and life-changing.
 

Find Out if Scleral Lenses Are Right for You

When traditional vision correction methods aren't enough, scleral lenses provide a reliable and transformative alternative. Whether you're dealing with corneal irregularities, chronic dryness, or complex post-surgical vision issues, these custom-designed lenses can restore not only your sight and comfort.

If you've been told you're not a candidate for traditional lenses or are dealing with ongoing eye discomfort, it may be time to consider scleral lenses. Schedule a consultation with Della Porta EyeCare and discover how we can help you go from blurry to brilliant. Visit our office in Bristol, Connecticut, or call (860) 807-1500 to schedule an eye exam today.