Scleral Lenses for Keratoconus, Dry Eye & Complex Vision Conditions

Clearer Vision When Other Options Haven’t Worked

If you’ve been told that glasses or traditional contact lenses are your only options, or you’ve simply accepted blurry or uncomfortable vision, you may be surprised to learn there’s another solution.

At Precision Vision Institute, we specialize in custom scleral lenses for patients with complex eye conditions. Whether you’re living with keratoconus, severe dry eye, corneal scarring, or have struggled with uncomfortable contact lenses, scleral lenses can often provide clearer vision, greater comfort, and a better quality of life.

Our goal is simple: help you see your best while keeping your eyes healthy and comfortable.

What Are Scleral Lenses?

Scleral lenses are large-diameter, custom-designed contact lenses that rest gently on the white part of the eye (the sclera) rather than directly on the sensitive cornea.

Because the lens vaults over the cornea, it creates a smooth optical surface while maintaining a reservoir of preservative-free saline between the lens and your eye. This liquid layer keeps the eye hydrated throughout the day while improving vision that glasses or soft contact lenses often cannot fully correct.

Unlike standard contact lenses, every scleral lens is individually designed to match the unique shape of your eyes.

Who Can Benefit from Scleral Lenses?

Scleral lenses are often recommended for patients with:

Even if you’ve been told you’re “not a contact lens candidate,” you may still be an excellent candidate for scleral lenses.

Benefits of Scleral Lenses

Many patients experience:

  • Sharper, more stable vision

  • Improved comfort throughout the day

  • Continuous hydration for dry eyes

  • Reduced glare, halos, and ghosting

  • Better vision than glasses or traditional contact lenses

  • Increased confidence during work, driving, sports, and daily activities

For many patients, scleral lenses provide life-changing improvements after years of frustration.

Our Specialty Lens Fitting Process

A successful scleral lens fit requires far more than simply ordering a lens.

At Precision Vision Institute, we perform a comprehensive evaluation of your eyes and use advanced diagnostic technology to carefully customize each lens. Every fitting is designed to optimize:

  • Vision

  • Comfort

  • Lens stability

  • Corneal health

  • Long-term wearability

Because every eye is different, achieving the best result may require multiple adjustments. We take the time to fine-tune every aspect of your lenses so you can achieve the best possible outcome.

Why Precision Vision Institute Is Different

Every eye is unique, which means every scleral lens fitting should be too. Rather than relying on a single lens design or a one-size-fits-all approach, we combine advanced diagnostic technology with access to multiple specialty lens designs to create a solution tailored specifically to your eyes and visual needs.

Advanced Technology

Pentacam® Corneal Tomography
Creates a detailed 3D map of your cornea, allowing us to accurately evaluate conditions such as keratoconus, corneal ectasia, and corneal scarring while helping guide lens selection and fitting.

Corneal Surface Profiling (CSP)
Provides highly detailed measurements of the eye's surface, allowing us to better understand your unique anatomy and optimize lens alignment, comfort, and stability.

OVITZ™ Higher-Order Aberration Analysis
Measures subtle visual imperfections that traditional eye exams cannot detect. For appropriate candidates, these measurements can be incorporated into custom freeform scleral lenses to improve vision quality beyond standard correction.

Customized Lens Options

We are not limited to a single scleral lens design. We offer a variety of specialty lenses from leading manufacturers, allowing us to choose the design that's best suited for your individual eye shape and visual goals.

For patients with complex corneas or persistent visual distortions, we also offer freeform HOA-guided scleral lenses, which use advanced wavefront technology to address higher-order aberrations that conventional lenses cannot correct.

We believe that the best scleral lens isn't simply the first one that fits—it's the one that provides the clearest vision, the greatest comfort, and the healthiest long-term outcome. That's why we carefully refine each fit until we achieve the best possible result.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are scleral lenses comfortable?

Yes. Although scleral lenses are larger than traditional contacts, they rest on the sclera, which has fewer nerve endings than the cornea. Most patients find them surprisingly comfortable after a brief adjustment period.

Can scleral lenses help dry eyes?

Yes. The fluid reservoir beneath the lens continuously bathes the cornea in preservative-free saline, making scleral lenses an excellent option for many patients with moderate to severe dry eye disease.

Can scleral lenses help keratoconus?

Absolutely. Scleral lenses are considered one of the most effective non-surgical treatments for keratoconus because they create a smooth optical surface over the irregular cornea, often providing significantly clearer vision than glasses or soft contact lenses.

Are scleral lenses covered by insurance?

Coverage varies depending on your medical diagnosis and insurance plan. Our team will review your benefits and discuss any available coverage before beginning treatment.

Schedule Your Scleral Lens Consultation

If blurry vision, discomfort, or dry eyes are limiting your daily life, we’re here to help.

Schedule a comprehensive scleral lens evaluation with Precision Vision Institute to find out whether custom specialty lenses are the right solution for you. Together, we’ll develop a personalized treatment plan designed to help you achieve clearer, more comfortable vision.`