Scleral Contact Lenses

Have you ever been told that you can’t wear traditional soft contact lenses because of corneal irregularities or some other condition? Scleral contact lenses just might be the answer to your vision problems. Scleral lenses are gas-permeable, large-diameter contact lenses that sit on the white part of the eye (the sclera). These high-quality contact lenses provide vision correction for specific medically necessary conditions. Unlike traditional contact lenses that rest directly on the eye, the unique design of scleral contact lenses is that they arch over the entire cornea, touching only the white of the eye (the sclera). Scleral lenses are exceptional, innovative vision-correction options for many patients with vision impairment.

Scleral contact lenses have helped many of our patients improve their quality of life with sharper vision.  During the custom fitting process, Dr. Lam will measure your visual acuity, corneal topography, use diagnostic contact lenses to get measurements to ensure a secure fit, and order custom lenses for your eyes. This will ensure healthy eyes, comfortable lens wear and superior vision with your scleral contact lenses. The scleral lenses that will be dispensed to you can last several years if they are cared for properly.