Personalized Scleral Lens Solutions for Keratoconus
Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease where the cornea becomes thin and gradually bulges into a cone-like shape. This irregularity often makes standard glasses or contact lenses ineffective. At the Charlotte Contact Lens Institute, we focus on creating fully customized scleral lenses tailored to the unique structure of your eyes. Thanks to advanced imaging technology and individualized care, your lenses are not just prescriptions — they are precision-engineered optical devices designed exclusively for you.
- Advanced Imaging & Measurements
Every keratoconus patient has a different corneal profile. That’s why we begin with detailed eye imaging. Using the Pentacam AXL Wave, we collect over 240,000 data points from your cornea, sclera, and internal optics. This helps us identify irregularities, measure higher-order aberrations, and pinpoint areas needing special clearance or vaulting.
For especially complex cases — such as post-surgical corneas — we may recommend EyePrintPRO, which creates a 3D impression of your eye for an exact anatomical match. This ultra-precise process results in lenses that fit seamlessly, stay comfortable all day, and provide stable, crisp vision.
- Wavefront-Guided Optics for Sharper Vision
Keratoconus frequently causes higher-order aberrations (HOAs) that ordinary lenses cannot correct. Using the Ovitz aberrometer, we measure these subtle distortions and integrate wavefront-guided optics into your scleral lenses. This customization can greatly improve contrast, reduce halos and glare, and enhance night vision — an important benefit for driving after dark.
- Who May Benefit?
You may be an ideal candidate for our personalized keratoconus lenses if:
- You have irregular corneal shapes that glasses can’t correct.
- You experience blurred or distorted vision with traditional contacts.
- You’ve previously tried scleral lenses but struggled with comfort or clarity.
Even if you’ve worn scleral lenses before, our advanced mapping and wavefront-guided designs often provide a superior fit and sharper visual results.
- Our Fitting Experience
- The Path to Clearer Vision
Living with keratoconus doesn’t mean you have to settle for poor vision. With our customized scleral lens technology, we can help you achieve your clearest, most comfortable sight yet. Contact us today to book your keratoconus consultation.
- Frequently Asked Questions
Can keratoconus be cured with contact lenses?
No, lenses don’t cure keratoconus — but they can dramatically improve vision and comfort.
What makes your lenses different from standard scleral lenses?
Our designs use Pentacam imaging and wavefront-guided optics, ensuring a one-of-a-kind lens for each eye.
Are EyePrintPRO lenses comfortable?
Can your lenses improve night vision?
In most cases, yes. By correcting higher-order aberrations, patients often notice less glare, fewer halos, and sharper night vision.