Scleral Lenses for Clear, Comfortable Vision in New York City
If you have irregular corneas, dry eyes, or discomfort from contact lenses, scleral lenses might be a better choice. At Manhattan Vision Associates in New York City, our eye doctors use a custom fitting process to ensure scleral lenses provide you with stable, clear vision and lasting comfort, even in challenging cases.
What are Scleral Lenses?
Scleral lenses are large-diameter, rigid gas-permeable (RGP) lenses that rest on the white part of your eye (the sclera) instead of sitting directly on the cornea. This design creates a fluid-filled space between the lens and the surface of your eye, helping correct vision and keeping the eyes hydrated.
These lenses are often recommended when other types of contact lenses don’t work well. They are particularly useful for managing eye conditions such as:
- Keratoconus
- Irregular astigmatism
- Moderate to severe dry eye
- Giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC)
- Post-surgical corneal irregularity (including LASIK or PRK)
- Presbyopia requiring multifocal vision correction
Dr. Arkady Selenow will evaluate your vision and eye health to determine whether scleral lenses are right for you.
4 Common Benefits of Scleral Lenses
Scleral lenses offer several advantages, particularly for individuals who haven’t had success with traditional contact lenses. The benefits of wearing scleral lenses include:
1. Stable, Reliable Vision 1. Stable, Reliable Vision
Because of their large size, scleral lenses remain centered and don’t shift during the day. This helps maintain sharp vision even if your cornea has an unusual shape.
2. Long-Lasting Materials
Scleral lenses are made from strong materials that let oxygen pass through. This helps keep your eyes healthy over time.
3. Protection from Irritants
The lenses cover a larger portion of your eye’s surface, acting as a barrier against wind, dust, allergens, and debris.
4. All-Day Comfort
Before inserting scleral lenses, they're filled with a sterile saline solution that keeps the eye moist throughout the day. This is especially helpful for those with dry eye syndrome.
Scleral Lenses for Keratoconus Treatment in Manhattan
Keratoconus affects the shape of your cornea, causing it to thin and bulge outward. This irregular shape distorts light as it enters your eye, leading to symptoms such as:
- Blurred or distorted vision
- Sudden worsening vision
- Clouding of vision
- Increased light sensitivity
Scleral lenses provide a smooth, dome-like surface over the irregular cornea. This helps focus light properly, reducing distortion and improving clarity for patients with keratoconus.
Scleral Lenses FAQs
Are you curious about how scleral lenses work or what to expect during the adjustment period? Here are some common questions we hear from patients considering scleral lenses:
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