Living with keratoconus can make daily life challenging, with blurred vision and discomfort disrupting even simple tasks. As the cornea thins and takes on a cone-like shape, traditional glasses and contact lenses often fail to provide the comfort and clarity patients need.
Fortunately, there’s a transformative solution: scleral lenses. At Cedar Park Eye Care, Dr. Dennis McCarty, O. D. specializes in fitting scleral lenses to help patients with keratoconus achieve better vision and greater comfort.
What Is Keratoconus?
Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition where the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye, becomes thinner and bulges outward into a cone shape. This irregularity causes:
- Blurred or distorted vision
- Increased sensitivity to light
- Difficulty with night vision
- Frequent changes in prescription
Because of the irregular shape of the cornea, standard soft contact lenses and glasses often cannot correct vision adequately for keratoconus patients.
How Scleral Lenses Work
Scleral lenses are large, specialized gas-permeable lenses that rest on the white part of the eye (the sclera) rather than directly on the cornea. The lens vaults over the irregular cornea, creating a smooth optical surface and trapping a layer of hydrating fluid between the lens and the cornea.
This design addresses both the vision and comfort issues associated with keratoconus.
5 Reasons Scleral Lenses Are the Best Choice for Keratoconus Patients
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Unmatched Vision Clarity
- Scleral lenses correct distorted vision caused by keratoconus by creating a perfectly smooth optical surface.
- By bypassing the irregular cornea, they provide sharper vision than glasses or soft contact lenses.
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Superior Comfort
- Unlike smaller gas-permeable lenses that can irritate the sensitive cornea, scleral lenses rest on the less sensitive sclera, reducing discomfort.
- The fluid reservoir between the lens and cornea keeps the eye hydrated, soothing dryness and irritation.
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Stability and Secure Fit
- The larger size of scleral lenses ensures they remain stable on the eye, even during physical activity.
- This stability makes them an ideal choice for people with active lifestyles.
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Protection for the Cornea
- Scleral lenses act as a barrier, shielding the delicate cornea from dust, debris, and further damage.
- This protection is particularly valuable for keratoconus patients whose corneas are prone to scarring.
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Customizable for Complex Cases
- Scleral lenses are custom-designed for each patient’s unique corneal shape and needs.
- They can be tailored for advanced keratoconus, post-surgical corneas, or other irregular corneal conditions.
Who Can Benefit from Scleral Lenses?
Scleral lenses aren’t just for keratoconus. They’re also an excellent option for patients with:
- Severe dry eye disease
- Corneal transplants
- Post-LASIK complications
- Other corneal irregularities
Dr. McCarty uses advanced technology to map the surface of your eye and design lenses that provide the best possible fit and vision correction.
Why Choose Cedar Park Eye Care for Scleral Lenses?
Dr. Dennis McCarty has extensive experience fitting scleral lenses for patients with keratoconus and other complex vision conditions. Our team is dedicated to providing personalized care, ensuring you achieve optimal comfort and vision.
We take the time to understand your unique needs, offer state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, and guide you through the fitting and adaptation process.
Don’t Settle for Compromised Vision
If you’re living with keratoconus and struggling to see clearly or comfortably, scleral lenses may be the solution you’ve been searching for. Book an appointment at Cedar Park Eye Care in Cedar Park, Texas, today and experience the difference that personalized care and advanced solutions can make.
