Keratoconus & Scleral Lens Institute in Colorado Springs

In addition to fitting scleral contacts for patients with blurry, distorted vision due to keratoconus, we use them to treat a range of other eye conditions, such as dry eye, presbyopia, astigmatism, and to protect eyes that have recently undergone a corneal transplant.

In some cases, scleral lenses can help alleviate the symptoms of dry eye. Because they vault over the cornea, scleral lenses create space between the surface of the cornea and the lens, creating a reservoir. This helps prevent moisture from evaporating, keeping the eye hydrated longer.

Corneal astigmatism is a refractive error caused by an irregularly-shaped cornea that is typically treated with glasses or contact lenses. Because the cornea is curved, it can make traditional contact lenses rotate, causing discomfort and fluctuations in vision for patients with astigmatism.

Since scleral lenses are more stable on the eye, they can be a good solution for patients with corneal astigmatism.

Some patients who undergo laser eye surgery may experience post-surgery ectasia, a condition that causes the cornea to distort, weaken, or bulge.

In these cases, scleral lenses have been proven helpful. Because scleral lenses sit over the cornea, the cornea’s sensitive surface is protected. This can help prevent any corneal irregularity from worsening.