Scleral Lenses for Patients Who Haven't Found a Comfortable Option
Contact lenses are supposed to feel natural. When they’re dry, uncomfortable, or unreliable, it’s often not something you can “get used to.” Many patients seen here have already tried multiple lenses or have been told they aren’t suitable candidates.
When Contact Lenses Haven’t Worked the Way They Should
Some patients experience dryness within a few hours. Others notice their vision shifting throughout the day, or lenses that won’t stay centered. In some cases, contacts were discontinued entirely because they became too uncomfortable to wear.
These situations are common in patients with underlying eye conditions, but they are often treated as fitting issues rather than something that needs a different approach.
Why Standard Contact Lenses Don’t Work for Everyone
Scleral lenses are designed for eyes that don’t respond well to traditional contact lenses.
Instead of sitting directly on the cornea, the lens rests on the white part of the eye and creates a fluid layer over the surface. This changes how the lens interacts with the eye, reducing friction, improving stability, and allowing vision to remain more consistent.
For many patients, this is the first time contact lenses feel comfortable enough to wear throughout the day.
A Different Type of Contact Lens for Complex Cases
Traditional contacts often move or fail to provide stable vision because they sit on the irregular surface of the eye.
Scleral lenses are designed to vault over that surface, creating a smooth optical layer instead. This allows vision to become clearer and more stable, even when the cornea itself is not.
For Eyes That Stay Dry and Irritated
Dry eye can make contact lenses difficult or impossible to wear. Standard lenses depend on the tear film to stay comfortable. When the tear film breaks down, lenses can feel dry, irritated, or unstable after a short period.
Scleral lenses hold a layer of fluid against the eye throughout the day. This helps protect the surface of the eye and can make lens wear possible again for patients who have struggled with dryness.
Patients From Nearby Communities Come Here for Scleral Lens Fittings
Patients are seen from Carson City, Reno, Lake Tahoe, Fallon, and Bishop for scleral lens fittings.
Many come specifically because other options haven’t worked, and they’re looking for a more careful eye evaluation and a different approach.
Schedule a Visit to Explore Your Contact Lens Options
If contact lenses haven’t been comfortable, or if you’ve been told they aren’t an option, this is where a more detailed evaluation can help. Call Advanced Sierra Eyecare to schedule your consultation and determine whether scleral lenses are appropriate for your eyes.