What Are Scleral Contact Lenses?
Scleral contact lenses are advanced, large-diameter rigid lenses designed to vault completely over the cornea and rest gently on the white part of the eye (the sclera). They create a fluid-filled tear reservoir that provides exceptional comfort, stable vision, and protection for the eye’s surface.
They are often the lens of choice when standard soft or rigid lenses do not provide adequate comfort or clarity.
Who Benefits From Scleral Lenses?
1. Severe Dry Eye
Scleral lenses are widely used for:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Severe Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)
- Post-LASIK or Post-Surgery Dryness
The fluid reservoir keeps the cornea continuously bathed in moisture, reducing irritation, burning, and fluctuating vision.
2. Keratoconus & Irregular Corneas
Scleral lenses are a leading treatment for:
- Keratoconus
- Pellucid Marginal Degeneration (PMD)
- Post-corneal transplant
- Post-refractive surgery irregularities
Their rigid optical surface masks irregularities, providing clearer, sharper vision than glasses or soft lenses.
3. High Prescriptions
Patients with very high nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism often achieve:
- Improved clarity
- Better lens stability
- More precise vision correction compared to soft lenses or glasses
4. Blurry Vision After Eye Conditions or Surgery
Sclerals help restore vision for patients with:
- Post-LASIK ectasia
- Post-RK (Radial Keratotomy)
- Corneal scarring
- Irregular post-surgery curvature
The uniform optical surface gives consistent, crisp vision even when the cornea is distorted.
Benefits of Scleral Lenses
✔ Superior Vision Quality
They mask corneal irregularities, providing sharp, stable, HD-level vision.
✔ Exceptional Comfort
The lens never touches the sensitive cornea—only the sclera—making it surprisingly comfortable even for sensitive eyes.
✔ Continuous Hydration
The liquid reservoir under the lens keeps the cornea protected and moisturized all day.
✔ Highly Stable Fit
The large diameter keeps the lens centered and secure, even during sports or long work hours.
✔ Fully Custom Designed
Each scleral lens is digitally designed using corneal topography, ensuring a personalized and precise fit for every patient.
Safety Profile
Scleral lenses are considered safe and effective with proper fitting and hygiene.
They offer:
- High oxygen-permeability materials
- Reduced friction on the cornea
- Protection for compromised or sensitive corneas
- Low infection rates with proper cleaning routines
- Long-term compatibility for everyday wear
Regular follow-ups ensure the eyes remain healthy and the fit stays optimized.
Book a Scleral Lens Consultation
If you suffer from dry eye, keratoconus, high prescriptions, or persistent blurry vision after surgery, scleral lenses may be the solution you’ve been looking for.