Scleral Lenses in Santa Ana CA

What are Scleral Lenses?

Scleral lenses in Santa Ana CA are large-diameter, gas-permeable contact lenses that vault over the cornea and rest on the white part of the eye (the sclera). Unlike standard contacts, they create a tear-filled space between the lens and the cornea — keeping the eye constantly hydrated and protected.

They are custom-designed for patients with irregular corneas, severe dry eye, or advanced conditions like keratoconus.

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Who Needs Scleral Lenses?

Scleral lenses are ideal for patients who:

• Have been diagnosed with keratoconus, pellucid marginal degeneration, or corneal
  ectasia
• Have corneal scarring or post-surgical irregularities (like after LASIK or corneal
  transplant)
• Suffer from severe dry eye that makes regular lenses uncomfortable
• Have high or hard-to-correct prescriptions
• Struggle with standard contact lenses falling out or irritating the eyes

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How Do They Work?

Scleral lenses sit on the sclera and do not touch the cornea directly. Instead, they vault over it and trap a reservoir of sterile fluid underneath. This constant hydration improves comfort, corrects vision, and protects sensitive or damaged eye surfaces.

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Benefits of Santa Ana CA Scleral Lenses:

• Clear, stable vision for keratoconus and other corneal disorders
• Dramatic relief from symptoms of chronic dry eye
• Improved comfort compared to traditional gas-permeable lenses
• Custom fit for complex prescriptions and irregular eye shapes
• Long-lasting hydration that promotes ocular surface healing
• Excellent option for patients who were previously told they “can’t wear contacts”

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Interested in Scleral Lenses?

Call Santa Ana Optometry at (714) 662-7969 to schedule a scleral lens evaluation or book online today.