Advantages of scleral contact lenses over conventional contact lenses

 Scleral contact lenses are rigid gas permeable lenses. These are larger in diameter and typically range from 15 to 23 mm. With technological advancements and new improved materials, they provide great fitting and are considered as a good option for all contact lens wearer these days. The large size of diameter helps in correcting the ocular aberrations and provides great comfort, stability of fit and superior vision. They have proved a great option for people who are intolerant towards conventional rigid gas permeable lenses. Scleral contact lenses do not sit on the cornea and makes a space between the cornea and the lens. The back of the lens holds a fluid that keeps the cornea moist and your eyes comfortable. 

Special-effect scleral contact lenses 

The term scleral contact lenses are also used to describe special-effect lenses that completely change the appearance of the eyes and give them a dramatic look. These special-effect lenses are also known as theatrical contact lenses, costume contact lenses, Halloween contact lenses or gothic lenses. These soft lenses resemble only little to scleral contact lenses apart from their large diameter that covers the cornea. These costume lenses are not designed for vision correction as they are mostly used for cosmetic purposes only.

Some of the advantages of scleral contact lenses over conventional contact lenses are mentioned below:

Scleral and mini-scleral contact lenses are used for treating corneal complications and various other vision related defects. This is the reason they are designed in a way to rest on the less sensitive white part of the eyes; sclera.

People having severe dry eyes can also benefit by using scleral contact lenses. These lenses create a vault over the cornea and soothe the eyes with a constant layer of fluid. These lenses have a restorative function and can heal problem with dry eyes.

Scleral contact lenses also work for people having astigmatism as there are too sensitive for smaller lenses. In some eye conditions where regular lenses don’t work, rigid lenses work in a better way.

These lenses are stable on the eye surface and are perfect for people having active lifestyles. Even though they are large in size, still they are more comfortable than regular contact lenses.

Looking online to buy scleral contact lenses? You can consider buying from sclera-lenses, a leading online retailer. Sclera contact lenses have been exquisitely designed to make your upcoming Halloween party exceptionally entertaining and unique. Not only do they cover the whole eye but also give anyone who wears them a stunning and amazing look. They offer a wide range of sclera contact lenses at competitive prices for those crazy about Halloween. All their contact lenses bear a CE marking and are ISO certified. It is recommended that you wear them for the prescribed time duration only.