Scleral contact lenses are rigid gas permeable lenses with an extra-wide diameter. As opposed to standard contacts, scleral lenses vault over the entire cornea, leaving a gap between the lens and the corneal surface before […]
Keratoconus is an eye disease that causes the cornea, the clear dome-shaped front surface of the eye, to become misshapen and bulge. This progressive disease usually occurs in both eyes and affects approximately 50-200 in […]
Most people elect to have refractive surgery like LASIK for the hassle-free, crisp vision it provides. But did you know that you can achieve the same results as LASIK without undergoing surgery? Orthokeratology, commonly referred […]
World Keratoconus Day is dedicated to raising awareness about keratoconus (KC), as well as educating and advocating for those living with keratoconus and ectatic corneal disorders. Keratoconus, or KC, is a degenerative non-inflammatory eye condition […]
If you wear glasses or contact lenses, you probably have some degree of astigmatism. But how much do you really know about this all-too-common refractive error? Below, we answer some of the most frequently asked […]
For some people, standard soft contact lenses are a great way to conveniently correct vision. For those with very dry eyes or corneal conditions like keratoconus, standard contacts simply aren’t an option. Scleral contact lenses, […]
Most people are familiar with traditional soft lenses, which provide clear vision for those who are nearsighted or farsighted. In certain cases, particularly for those with corneal irregularities or astigmatism, standard gas permeable (GP) lenses […]
If your eyes are chronically itchy, dry, red or irritated, there’s a good chance you have dry eye syndrome. Eye drops and artificial tears may provide temporary relief, but they often don’t help individuals with […]
If you’re reading this, you or someone you care about may have been recently diagnosed with keratoconus. We’ve compiled a few commonly asked questions about keratoconus to help you understand what it is, what causes […]