A visual defect in which the shape and size of an ocular image differ in the two eyes due to uneven prescriptions between the right and left eyes. The resulting magnification error is minimized with a proper contact lens fitting.
Aphakia is a condition where either an individual was born without a lens in the eye or had to get the lens removed due to cataracts. Without a lens in the eye, prescription glasses over +10.00 diopter are required. Wearing a contact lens can be much easier to wear than such a high powered pair of glasses. More commonly, an intraocular lens (IOL) is implanted following cataract surgery. A contact lens can be used on an eye with an IOL, where the power match was not successful. See Cataract Contact Lenses for more info.
Coloboma is typically a congenital condition where the cornea is often misshapen like a “keyhole”. Contact lenses cab be custom fitted to cover the exposed pupil. See Cosmetic Contact Lenses for more info.
A condition requiring contact lenses to correct corneas with vision distorting scars.
Cornea transplants can result in eyeglasses working for vision correction, but many times contact lenses are required to correct the resultant irregular astigmatism and sometimes raised graft. The raised graft is the new cornea graft sitting higher than the patients own cornea forming a plateau. We have engineered a special soft contact lens to correct this condition. The lens comes with a back surface fitting that attenuates for both the raised graft and the irregular or regular astigmatism. The front of the lens incorporates any additional prescription requirements. See Graft Lens for more info.
Bandage contact lenses are available to protect a diseased or traumatically injured cornea. This type of lens enhances healing and reduces pain and light sensitivity.
Keratitis Sicca described as persistent dry eyes can be comforted with specialty contact lenses designed to reduce the amount of drying on the surface of the eye. Dry eyes can be more comfortable with a contact lens than without. See Dry Eye Syndrome for more info.
GPC is a inflammatory condition where red bumps form on the inner side of the eyelids. GPC can be a chronic condition. Persons wearing contact lenses with GPC are typically very allergic and can be treated with special contact lenses that can alleviate the condition. See Proclear Contact Lenses for more info.
We make contact lenses for the correction of astigmatism for individuals with cylinder prescriptions over 3.00 to as high as 9.00 diopters. See Astigmatic Lenses for more info.
We make lenses for the correction of far sightedness for individuals with prescriptions over +8.00 to as high as +60.00 diopters. See High Hyperopia Correction for more info.
We make lenses for the correction of near sightedness for individuals with prescriptions -9.00 to -40.00 diopters. See High Myopia Correction for more info.
We make contact lenses for the correction of corneas that have a distorted semi cylindrical surface.
Keratoconus is a condition whereby the cornea gradually thins and becomes misshapen. The cornea surface becomes irregular similar to the shape of a cone from the pressure of the eye causing vision loss. We specialize in contact lenses for the treatment of Keratoconus. See Keratoconus Contact Lenses for more info.
In the event that refractive surgery failed to restore optimal vision, there are several different contact lenses that can be used to help. After surgery, conventional contact lenses do not always work due to the unusual shape that the laser corrective surgery creates. We custom fit a contact lens (or lenses) that will be comfortable to wear and will correct problems such as irregular astigmatism and to some degree correct night vision issues. See Post Laser Contact Lenses for more info.
Neovascularization is a condition where by the white part of the eye grows blood vessels into the clear cornea of the eye from contact lenses that were not fitted correctly, or are unable to supply sufficient oxygen. During contact lens wear, the amount of oxygen available to the cornea is reduced. The cornea will adapt to this condition by allowing the blood vessels to grow into the cornea. This condition can cause the cornea to warp and ulcerate upon occasion. Blurred vision and red painful eyes can be the end result. Several contact lens types are available to stop this condition or even have it recede and or disappear. The primary function of these lenses is to allow as much oxygen through as possible. An assessment is performed to see which of these lenses would be appropriate. See High Oxygen Contact Lenses for more info.
For the correction of corneas that have a cylindrical surface that does not fall on either the vertical or horizontal axis of the eye. Oblique astigmatisms commonly require a custom made contact lens to avoid rotation of the contact lens during wear. More rare are oblique astigmatisms that have a distorted semi cylindrical surface on the cornea as well. The corneas with distorted semi cylindrical oblique surface are often associated with Pellucid Marginal Degeneration.
Often misdiagnosed as Keratoconus, PMD is a rare condition whereby the lower cornea becomes thinner and the optic surface of the cornea becomes irregular and the vision becomes blurry. Special contact lenses correct the front surface of the cornea thereby restoring vision. See Pellucid Marginal Degeneration for more info.
Photophobia is a symptom of sensitivity to the sun and or bright light. Many patients suffering with photophobia will wear sunglasses even indoors to increase their comfort. Although they are many causes of photophobia, some types can be alleviated with specially tinted contact lenses, thus avoiding the use of sunglasses. See Cosmetic / Colored Lenses for more info.
Retinal detachments can be a debilitating event. More often than not, retinal detachment occurs in one eye only resulting in eyes with dissimilar prescriptions. Wearing special contact lenses after surgery may decrease the magnification error to acceptable levels. See Retinal Detachments for more info.
SPK is condition noted for many microscopic spots of inflamed or weakened cornea cells on the surface of the eye. The patient is generally light sensitive with irritated or painful eyes. If caused by dry eyes or allergic conditions, there are many contact lens and cleaning regimes that will greatly alleviate this condition.
SLK in its advance form is marked by splitting of the cornea where it connects to the white conjunctiva at the top of the cornea underneath the eyelid. Often associated with contact lens wear and allergic conditions, it can be alleviated with higher oxygen contact lenses and preservative contact lens cleaning systems. See High Oxygen Contact Lenses for more info.
Transient diplopia is when eyes cross and see double from a temporary ailment. Conditions such as thyroid orbitopathy can cause such a condition. Custom contact lenses can be designed to act as an eye patch to prevent one eye from seeing. The lens would be designed with a black pupil to obscure light. This would preclude the need for an eye patch and would be more cosmetically appealing for some individuals. The lens can be worn until treatment has been performed and stereo vision has been restored. See Cosmetic Contact Lenses for more info.
