What Are the Benefits of Scleral Lenses?

Living with blurry vision, eye discomfort, or chronic dryness can be frustrating - especially when standard contacts or glasses don’t help. Scleral lenses offer a unique solution for patients who need more than traditional vision correction, delivering improved comfort and clearer vision for a wide range of eye conditions.

What Are Scleral Lenses?

Scleral lenses are large-diameter, rigid gas-permeable contact lenses designed to vault over the cornea and rest gently on the sclera (the white part of the eye). Unlike traditional contacts that sit directly on the cornea, scleral lenses create a fluid-filled reservoir between the lens and the eye, offering both visual correction and therapeutic benefits.

Exceptional Visual Clarity

Because scleral lenses create a smooth optical surface over the eye, they can dramatically improve vision - especially for patients with irregular corneas. Conditions such as keratoconus, post-surgical corneas, or corneal scarring often respond exceptionally well to scleral lenses, providing sharper and more stable vision than glasses or soft contacts.

Superior Comfort

Although scleral lenses are larger than standard contacts, many patients find them surprisingly comfortable. Since the lenses rest on the less-sensitive sclera rather than the cornea, there is often reduced irritation. The fluid reservoir also helps cushion the eye throughout the day.

Relief for Dry Eye Symptoms

One of the most significant benefits of scleral lenses is their ability to help patients with moderate to severe dry eye. The liquid layer trapped beneath the lens continuously hydrates the cornea, reducing dryness, burning, redness, and light sensitivity.

Improved Lens Stability

Scleral lenses are designed to stay securely in place, making them an excellent option for patients who struggle with lens movement or dislodging when wearing traditional contacts. This stability is especially beneficial for individuals with active lifestyles.

Protection for the Cornea

By vaulting over the cornea, scleral lenses act as a protective barrier against environmental irritants, dust, and wind. This can be particularly helpful for patients with corneal disease, exposure issues, or healing eyes.

Customized Fit for Complex Eyes

Scleral lenses are custom-designed for each patient’s unique eye shape. Advanced imaging and fitting technology allow eye care professionals to create a lens that meets both visual and medical needs, even in challenging cases where other options have failed.

Who Can Benefit from Scleral Lenses?

Scleral lenses are often recommended for patients with:

• Keratoconus or corneal ectasia

• Severe or chronic dry eye disease

• Post-LASIK or post-corneal transplant irregularities

• Corneal scars or dystrophies

• Poor vision or discomfort with traditional contact lenses

A comprehensive eye exam is necessary to determine whether scleral lenses are the right solution.

Discover If Scleral Lenses Are Right for You

Scleral lenses offer a powerful combination of clear vision, all-day comfort, and therapeutic eye health benefits. For patients who have struggled with traditional vision correction methods, they can be truly life-changing - restoring both visual clarity and confidence in everyday activities.

Schedule a consultation with Klear Sight Eyecare Center to find out if scleral lenses are right for you. Visit our office in Danbury, Connecticut, or call (203) 748-7393 to book an appointment today.