Scleral Lenses for Dry Eye in Manhattan Beach, CA
Wearing Contact Lenses with Dry Eye Syndrome? Yes, You Can!
Dry eye disease is a very common eye condition — over 15 million Americans struggle with this condition every year. Traditionally, many people with dry eye couldn’t wear contact lenses. At Look Optometry, we provide scleral lenses, a unique specialty contact lens that works for patients with dry and irritable eyes, and we can also use them as an important part of their treatment.
How Does Dry Eye Impact Contact Lenses?
Dry eye disease irritates the eye’s surface; it’s common for people with chronic dry eye to develop a sensitivity to most forms of traditional contact lenses. Instead of helping with the dryness, regular soft lenses rub against the cornea and cause more irritation. Thankfully, at Look Optometry we fit a specialty contact lens that gives clear sight and soothes dry eye: scleral lenses.
What Are Scleral Lenses — and How Do They Help?
Scleral lenses are a special type of contact lens that’s larger than traditional contacts, so they rest on the white part of the eye (the “sclera”) instead of the cornea. The lens has a fluid reservoir, which offers a ready supply of moisture for folks with dry eye syndrome. The lens itself is hard and breathable, which means it is durable, offers crystal-clear vision, and allows oxygen to pass through its membrane, which is good for your eyes. These properties make scleral lenses very effective for dealing with chronic dry eye — they soothe and help you see all in one.
Our Expert Fittings
At Look Optometry, we have the most advanced technology and skilled professionals to ensure that you find the perfect fitting eyewear. Led by Dr. Ryan Stybel, our team conducts a thorough contact lens exam and spends quality one-on-one time with you — we need to fully understand your vision needs, both physically and in terms of your lifestyle. Merging practical solutions with quality care is how we do it here; it’s what is best for you!
Why Choose Look Optometry for Scleral Lenses?
We seamlessly blend the four things you need to make dry eye care worry-free: state-of-the-art tech, expertise, root cause treatment, and a personal, customized touch. Scleral lenses are a unique type of contact that requires special expertise to fit and prescribe, and we have decades of collective experience making sure this powerful lens fits every curve and contour of your eye for maximum comfort. Book your appointment and find out more!
