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WHY CHOOSE BESPOKE VISION FOR SCLERAL CONTACT LENSES
If you've been told in the past that you are not a candidate for regular contacts because of an irregular cornea or other eye disorder like keratoconus, scleral contact lenses might be right for you. Dr. McGee is a leading scleral contact lens specialist in Oklahoma and has provided scleral lens fittings for patients from across Oklahoma and neighboring states.
WHAT IS A SCLERAL LENS?
A scleral lens is a specialized contact lens used to correct vision and manage a variety of eye conditions.
Scleral contacts are large-diameter gas permeable lenses specially designed to cover the entire corneal surface and rest on the white (less sensitive) part of the eye called the sclera. Because the scleral lens is rigid, it provides a smooth optical surface to improve vision.
This unique design makes the lens very comfortable to wear, all day long. These lenses eliminate blurred and distorted vision, promote healing of the ocular surface, and protect the cornea from the surrounding environment and eyelids.
Scleral lenses have several advantages over regular contacts including fit, comfort and improved visual acuity. Patients of all ages can wear scleral lenses.
WHO IS A CANDIDATE FOR SCLERAL LENSES?
If you have any of the following eye conditions, scleral lenses may be an option for you.
- Keratoconus - the thinning and bulging of the cornea
- Corneal deformities following eye injury or eye surgeries like Lasik, RK, or corneal transplant
- Severe dry eye symptoms
- Nerve disorders of the eye
- You are unable to comfortably wear traditional contact lenses
HOW DOES A SCLERAL LENS WORK?
Imagine the eye is like a camera. Both have a lens in front which focuses light onto the back of the camera or the eye. To focus properly, the lens surface needs to be smooth, clean and scratch free. The cornea is the lens of the eye and it also needs to be smooth to focus clearly.
Sometimes the cornea may be shaped like a cone (keratoconus), or there could be scaring from injury or surgery. A scleral lens is made of a stiff, yet thin, plastic that fits over the cornea, creating a smooth surface for the eye.
The scleral lens holds a small cushion of fluid between the lens and the cornea to fill in any gaps between the two surfaces. The result is that light focuses where it should, providing improved vision. Because the scleral lens holds fluid, the lens is very comfortable and helps patients with severe dry eye.
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WHY IS A SCLERAL LENS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Vision:
Because a scleral lens is stiff, it provides a smooth refracting surface for the eye. This can lead to greater visual acuity, usually better than with eyeglasses and traditional contact lenses.
Moisture:
Scleral lenses hold fluid against the eye ensuring that the eye remains hydrated the entire time the lens is worn. Not only does this keep the eye moist, it can help to heal extremely dry eyes. Additionally, the fluid layer helps smooth out any irregularities in the shape of the cornea, which improves visual acuity.
Comfort:
Traditional gas permeable lenses are smaller than scleral lenses. They sit directly on the highly sensitive cornea of the eye and interact with the eyelids during a blink. A scleral lens rests on the less sensitive sclera of the eye and is held in place by the eyelids. This creates a more comfortable wearing experience.
DR. McGEE HAS RECEIVED SEVERAL AWARDS FOR
EXCELLENCE IN FITTING CONTACT LENSES.
Heart of America Contact Lens Society Award
Vistakon Excellence in Contact Lens Fitting Award
GP Lens Institute Clinical Excellence Award
Alcon Excellence in Contact Lens Fitting Award
CIBA VISION Contact Lens Excellence Award
Scleral contact lenses aren't for everyone, but for some people they can offer improved vision over glasses. If you think scleral lenses may be right for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. McGee and put yourself one step closer to the vision clarity you want.
Give us a call at (405) 341-2062.
