Refractive Surgery Results Giving You Grief? Scleral Lenses to the Rescue!

Refractive eye surgery has become increasingly popular in recent years as a way to correct vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. This surgical procedure aims to reshape the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye, to improve how light is focused onto the retina. While refractive eye surgery can be highly effective in improving vision, it is not without its complications. If you have undergone refractive eye surgery and are experiencing post-surgery complications, there is a solution: scleral lenses.
 

Common Post-Surgery Complications

After refractive eye surgery, it is common to experience certain complications as your eyes heal and adjust to the changes made during the procedure. Some of the most common post-surgery complications include dry eyes, glare, halos around lights, and fluctuations in vision.
 

Additionally, complications related to the corneal flap creation and healing process, such as flap dislocation, debris under the flap, or irregular flap edges, can occur. These complications can be frustrating and may affect your daily life and overall satisfaction with the surgery.

What Are Scleral Lenses?

Scleral lenses are a type of contact lens that can provide relief and improved vision for individuals who have undergone refractive eye surgery. Unlike traditional contact lenses, which sit directly on the cornea, scleral lenses vault over the cornea and rest on the white part of the eye, known as the sclera. These lenses create a space between the cornea and the lens, which is filled with a saline solution. This reservoir of fluid helps to moisturize the cornea, providing relief for dry eyes and reducing discomfort.
 

How Scleral Lenses Can Help with Refractive Surgery Results

Scleral lenses can effectively address many of the common post-surgery complications experienced after refractive eye surgery. The fluid-filled space between the lens and the cornea acts as a protective barrier, preventing friction and reducing irritation. This can alleviate symptoms of dry eyes, as the saline solution continuously bathes the cornea, keeping it hydrated and reducing dryness.
 

Additionally, the design of scleral lenses can help to correct vision problems that may have persisted after refractive eye surgery, such as residual astigmatism or irregular corneal shape.
 

The Benefits of Using Scleral Lenses

Scleral lenses provide excellent comfort due to their unique design and the constant presence of the saline solution. This can be particularly beneficial for individuals who have experienced dry eyes as a result of refractive eye surgery. Additionally, scleral lenses offer stable and consistent vision, reducing symptoms of glare and halos around lights that may occur after surgery. Scleral lenses also provide a more customized fit compared to traditional contact lenses, as they are individually designed to match the shape and size of each patient's eye.
 

Are Scleral Lenses Right for You?

If you are experiencing post-surgery complications after undergoing refractive eye surgery, scleral lenses can be a game-changer for your visual comfort and quality of life. With their unique design and the constant presence of saline solution, scleral lenses offer unparalleled comfort and stability. If you are struggling with post-surgery complications, consult with your optometrist to determine if scleral lenses are the right solution for you.
 

Schedule a consultation with our optometrist to discuss if scleral lenses are right solution for your visual needs and comfort, visit Pascarella Eye Care & Contact Lenses at our office in Newtown, Pennsylvania, or call (215) 968-4300 to book an appointment today.