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Keratoconus

Specialty Scleral Lenses

Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition that causes the cornea — the clear front surface of the eye — to thin and bulge into a cone-like shape. This irregular shape prevents light from focusing properly on the retina, leading to distorted or blurry vision.

As keratoconus progresses, everyday activities like reading, driving at night, or working on a computer can become increasingly difficult.

What to Know

Keratoconus

  • Blurred or distorted vision
  • Frequent prescription changes
  • Increased glare and halos around lights
  • Difficulty seeing at night
  • Eye strain or headaches
  • Light sensitivity
  • Double or ghosted vision
  • Poor vision even with glasses

Many patients first notice symptoms during their teenage years or early adulthood.

The exact cause of keratoconus is not fully understood, but several factors may increase risk, including:

  • Family history of keratoconus
  • Chronic eye rubbing
  • Allergies or eye irritation
  • Certain connective tissue conditions
  • Genetic factors

Early diagnosis is important because treatment can help slow progression and preserve vision.

Scleral lenses are one of the most effective non-surgical treatments for keratoconus. These large-diameter specialty contact lenses vault over the cornea and create a smooth optical surface that improves clarity and comfort.

Benefits of scleral lenses may include:

  • Sharper, clearer vision
  • Improved comfort
  • Better stability than traditional contacts
  • Reduced glare and halos
  • All-day wearability
  • Protection for sensitive corneal tissue

Our team can coordinate care and referrals when advanced medical treatment is appropriate.

We combine advanced diagnostic technology with compassionate, personalized care to help patients manage keratoconus and achieve the clearest vision possible.

Our experienced team provides:

  • Comprehensive eye exams
  • Corneal mapping and evaluation
  • Specialty scleral lens fittings
  • Ongoing monitoring and support
  • Personalized treatment recommendations

We are committed to helping patients improve visual clarity, comfort, and long-term eye health.

Keratoconus often worsens gradually over time. Early diagnosis and ongoing monitoring can help:

  • Preserve visual function
  • Improve quality of life
  • Reduce disease progression
  • Delay or prevent surgical intervention
  • Improve specialty lens fitting success

Routine comprehensive eye exams and corneal imaging play an important role in identifying keratoconus early.

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