Scleral contact lenses at San Antonio Eyeworks
Cutting-edge contact lens technology
For some patients, traditional contact lenses are uncomfortable or impossible to wear. Scleral lenses are a special type of custom-designed contact lens that provide clear, accurate, and comfortable vision for patients with dry eye, keratoconus, irregularly shaped corneas, high refractive errors, astigmatism, corneal transplants, and more.
At San Antonio Eyeworks, we offer the best, most trusted scleral lenses in the field. We also offer special exams, fittings, and more with leading contact lens specialists to help our patients achieve the healthiest, clearest vision possible.
The Design of Scleral Contact Lenses
In comparison with other contact lenses, scleral lenses have a larger diameter. The lenses sit on the white part of the eye (the sclera) and vault over the cornea. The larger design delivers the desired vision benefits without requiring the lens to sit on the cornea itself. Lenses that sit on the cornea are typically less comfortable than scleral lenses and are problematic for patients with corneal irritation or irregularly-shaped corneas.
Scleral contact lenses as they are designed today are considered the best option on the market for health benefits and increased comfort. These lenses eliminate blurred and distorted vision, promote healing of the ocular surface, and protect the cornea from the surrounding environment and eyelids.
San Antonio Eyeworks works closely with our patients to determine the optimal fit for scleral lenses. What makes our specialty practice different than others is we focus on taking care of patients with corneal irregularities. We know how hard it can be for this unique class of patients to find effective vision treatments. We are passionate about creating custom scleral lenses that have the potential to change one’s quality of and quality of life.
We are on a mission to continuously update our expertise in contact lens design. We want to be able to provide our patients with the latest lens technology and the best solution for their eyes. At this time, scleral lenses are the highest technology available for the patients we serve. We are proud to make these lenses a core focus of our practice.
Here are a few of the conditions that can be treated using scleral lenses:
Dry Eye Syndrome
Chemical and burn injuries
Keratoconus and ectasia
Corneal degenerations and dystrophies
Eyelid abnormalities
Radial Keratotomy (RK)
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
Graft vs Host Disease
Sjogren’s Syndrome
Corneal ectasia and other complications from LASIK
Post-corneal transplant
Scleral Lens Cost
Scleral contact lens cost varies from patient to patient depending on insurance coverage and individual eye care needs. San Antonio Eyeworks is proud to work with many vision and medical insurance plans, including Medicare, to help maximize eligible benefits and bill accordingly.
Please contact our office today with any questions or to schedule a consultation.
