What Are the Long Term Benefits of Scleral Lenses?

If you have ever struggled with traditional contact lenses due to discomfort or poor vision correction, scleral lenses may offer a long term solution that can significantly improve your quality of life. These advanced lenses allow for enhanced comfort and vision correction, particularly for individuals with irregular corneas or chronic dry eye. In addition to providing immediate relief and clarity, scleral lenses offer a number of long term benefits for eye health and visual performance.
 

Lasting Comfort for Dry Eye Sufferers

One of the most appreciated benefits of scleral lenses is their ability to help manage chronic dry eye. The lens creates a sealed chamber filled with a liquid reservoir that continuously bathes the cornea throughout the day. This can result in a lasting improvement in comfort for those with severe dry eye, Sjögren's syndrome, or complications from LASIK surgery. Over time, users often notice fewer symptoms and greater relief even after removing the lenses.
 

Stable Vision for Irregular Corneas

Scleral lenses provide a smooth optical surface that can correct vision for individuals with keratoconus, post-surgical complications, or other corneal irregularities. Their rigid structure helps reduce distortion and blurriness. With consistent use, wearers often enjoy stable, high quality vision that is difficult to achieve with glasses or soft lenses.
 

Protection and Healing for the Cornea

Because scleral lenses do not touch the sensitive corneal surface directly, they provide a protective barrier that can encourage healing for damaged or compromised corneas. This protective effect can be especially beneficial for individuals with recurrent corneal erosions or those recovering from corneal surgeries. Over time, this support can lead to healthier eyes and fewer complications.
 

Reduced Dependence on Surgery

In many cases, scleral lenses can delay or eliminate the need for more invasive procedures such as corneal transplants. For patients with keratoconus or advanced corneal scarring, these lenses often provide enough visual correction to avoid or postpone surgical interventions. This long term benefit is both cost effective and less risky.
 

Enhanced Quality of Life

Scleral lenses do more than just improve vision. They can help restore confidence and allow patients to return to daily activities they may have avoided due to poor eyesight or discomfort. Whether it is reading, driving, or working on a computer, the ability to see clearly and comfortably has a meaningful impact on day to day life.
 

Get Started Today

Scleral lenses offer more than temporary relief or short term visual improvement. They are a powerful tool for managing complex eye conditions and providing long lasting comfort, clarity, and protection. With proper care and guidance from our optometrist, these lenses can support your vision and eye health for years to come.
 

If you are experiencing persistent eye discomfort or have struggled to find clear vision with traditional lenses, schedule a comprehensive eye exam with Eye & Health. We will help you determine if scleral lenses are the right fit for your needs. Visit our office in New York, New York, or call (212) 228-0950 to book an appointment today.