Specialty contact lenses are designed for individuals who cannot wear standard contact lenses due to certain eye conditions or irregularities. They are engineered with precision to address a variety of complex visual needs and eye shapes, ensuring comfort, clarity, and health for even the most hard-to-fit eyes.
Specialty contacts are particularly beneficial for those with irregular corneal shapes, such as those caused by keratoconus, a condition where the cornea thins and begins to bulge into a cone-like shape, distorting vision.
They are also the go-to option for individuals with severe dry eyes, post-surgical eyes, astigmatism, or presbyopia, offering tailored solutions that standard contacts cannot provide.
Types of Specialty Contacts
- Toric Lenses for Astigmatism: Designed with different powers at various points on the lens to compensate for the irregular shape of the cornea associated with astigmatism.
- Scleral Lenses: Larger in diameter, these lenses rest on the sclera, or the white part of the eye, and are ideal for conditions like keratoconus or severe dry eye syndrome, as they provide a smooth optical surface over irregular corneas.
- Multifocal and Bifocal Lenses: For those managing presbyopia, these lenses offer multiple prescriptions in one lens to ensure clear vision at all distances.
- Hybrid Lenses: Combining a rigid gas permeable center with a soft lens perimeter, hybrid lenses offer the clarity of RGP lenses with the comfort of soft lenses, suitable for various corneal conditions.
The Fitting Process
Choosing the right specialty lens involves a comprehensive eye exam and a detailed fitting process. At Media Eye Care, we use advanced imaging and mapping technologies to measure your eyes precisely. This ensures that your specialty lenses fit perfectly, provide maximum comfort, and offer the best possible vision correction.
Why Choose Specialty Contacts?
Specialty contacts can dramatically improve the quality of life for individuals with specific vision needs. They offer several benefits over standard lenses, including:
- Improved Vision Clarity: Customized to address complex vision issues.
- Enhanced Comfort: Tailored to fit your eye's unique shape and size.
- Greater Stability: Reduced lens movement, providing consistent vision correction.
- Increased Wear Time: Designed for extended use, even in challenging conditions.
Media Eye Care: Your Specialty Contacts Experts
At Media Eye Care, we're committed to finding the perfect vision solution for every patient. Our experienced team of eye care professionals takes the time to understand your specific needs and lifestyle, ensuring that your specialty contacts correct your vision and enhance your daily life.
If you've been told in the past that contacts aren't for you, it's time to explore the possibilities of specialty contact lenses. Let Media Eye Care introduce you to a world of clear, comfortable vision that you may not have thought possible.