Speciality Lenses for Keratoconus: Clearer Vision, Better Comfort

Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition where the normally round cornea becomes thin and cone-shaped. This irregular shape causes blurry, distorted vision and makes it difficult to see clearly with regular glasses or soft contact lenses.

The good news? Speciality lenses are designed especially for keratoconus patients to provide sharper vision, comfort, and improved quality of life.

Why Regular Glasses Don’t Work Well in Keratoconus

• Glasses only correct simple refractive errors like myopia or astigmatism.
• In keratoconus, the cornea becomes highly irregular, so glasses cannot fully neutralize the distortion.
• Patients may notice ghosting, glare, or halos even with new glasses.

Types of Speciality Lenses for Keratoconus

1. Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lenses

• Small, hard lenses that sit on the cornea.
• Create a smooth optical surface, reducing irregularities.
• Provide sharper vision than glasses.

2. Scleral Lenses

• Large lenses that vault over the cornea and rest on the white part of the eye (sclera).
• A liquid reservoir fills the gap, giving excellent vision and comfort.
• Especially useful for advanced keratoconus.

3. Hybrid Lenses

• Have a rigid center for clear vision and a soft skirt for comfort.
• Combine the benefits of RGP and soft lenses.

4. Custom Soft Lenses for Keratoconus

• Thicker than regular soft lenses, designed for mild-to-moderate cases.
• Provide better comfort, though vision may not be as sharp as with RGP or scleral lenses.

Benefits of Speciality Lenses

• Clearer, stable vision even in advanced stages.
• Improved comfort compared to traditional hard lenses.
• Better quality of life for daily activities, driving, or studying.
• Slows dependence on surgery (like corneal transplant) in many patients.

Taking Care of Speciality Lenses

• Always follow cleaning and storage instructions.
• Attend regular follow-ups with your eye care specialist.
• Replace lenses as per schedule to maintain eye health.

At Speciality Eyecare Group, Pune, we provide customized speciality lens fittings for keratoconus patients, including scleral, hybrid, and RGP options. Each lens is tailored to your eye’s unique shape for maximum comfort and clarity.

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