Speciality Contact Lenses

Unlike standard contacts, these innovative solutions are designed to address specific visual needs that conventional lenses cannot tackle. Whether you're dealing with a unique eye shape or a particular eye condition, specialty contact lenses may provide the comfort and clarity you've been seeking.

The realm of specialty contact lenses is diverse, encompassing a range of products to suit various preferences and conditions. It's about finding the perfect match for your eyes, ensuring that your lenses enhance your daily life.
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Common Eye Conditions that May Necessitate Specialty Contact Lenses

Many individuals live with visual impairments that standard eyewear cannot fully correct. These include keratoconus, presbyopia, dry eye syndrome, and post-surgical irregularities, among others. Each of these conditions presents unique challenges that require a specialized approach to vision correction.

Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease in which the cornea thins and bulges into a cone-like shape, distorting vision. Standard contact lenses often fail to provide adequate vision correction for this condition due to the irregular shape of the cornea. Similarly, presbyopia is an age-related condition where the eye's lens loses elasticity, making it difficult to focus on close objects. This condition typically affects individuals over the age of 40 and may not be fully correctable with standard lenses.

Dry eye syndrome is another prevalent issue that can make wearing contact lenses uncomfortable or even intolerable. This condition occurs when your eyes do not produce enough tears or the quality of your tears is poor, leading to irritation, redness, and a feeling of grittiness. Conventional contact lenses can exacerbate these symptoms, whereas specialty lenses are designed to retain moisture and provide relief.
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Different Types of Specialty Contact Lenses

There are several types of specialty contact lenses designed to address specific vision correction needs and ocular conditions. Here are some common types of specialty contact lenses:

Scleral Contact Lenses:

• Purpose: Scleral lenses cover a larger portion of the eye, resting on the sclera (the white part of the eye), and are often used for irregular corneas, such as in cases of keratoconus or corneal scarring.
• Benefits: They provide vision correction and comfort for individuals with irregular corneal surfaces and can also help maintain a healthy ocular surface by providing a reservoir of tear fluid under the lens.

Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) Lenses:

• Purpose: Ortho-K lenses are designed to temporarily reshape the cornea overnight, providing clear vision during the day without the need for corrective lenses. They are primarily used to correct myopia.
• Benefits: They offer an alternative to traditional eyeglasses or daytime contact lenses and can slow the progression of myopia in some cases.

Multifocal and Bifocal Contact Lenses:

• Purpose: Multifocal and bifocal lenses are designed to correct presbyopia, allowing individuals to see clearly at various distances, including near, intermediate, and far.
• Benefits: They reduce the need for reading glasses or bifocals, providing clear vision across different focal points.

Custom Toric Contact Lenses:

• Purpose: Custom toric lenses are designed to correct astigmatism, providing clear and stable vision for individuals with this refractive error.
• Benefits: They offer precise correction for astigmatism, ensuring clear vision and minimizing visual distortions.

Each type of specialty contact lens serves specific purposes and is tailored to address unique vision correction needs or ocular conditions. It's important for individuals to consult with an optometrist to determine the most suitable type of specialty contact lens based on their individual requirements and ocular health.
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Getting Fitted for Specialty Contact Lenses at Fresh Pond Eye Care

If you're considering specialty contact lenses, the first step is to get a professional fitting, and Fresh Pond Eye Care is an excellent place to begin this journey. The process of fitting specialty lenses is comprehensive and requires the expertise of experienced eye care professionals. At Fresh Pond Eye Care, you will receive personalized attention and care to ensure that your lenses are tailored to your unique visual requirements.

During your visit, Dr. Wu will conduct a thorough eye examination, which includes measuring the curvature of your cornea and assessing your eye's surface and overall eye health. This detailed analysis is critical to determining the correct type and fit of lens for your eyes. Fresh Pond Eye Care employs state-of-the-art technology to map the surface of your eyes and create lenses that conform precisely to the shape and size of your corneas.

Additionally, the team will provide you with guidance on how to properly care for and maintain your specialty lenses. We understand that adapting to new contact lenses can be a process, and they are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way. From insertion and removal techniques to cleaning and storage best practices, you can trust that you will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to make your experience with specialty contact lenses a success.
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Contact Fresh Pond Eye Care to schedule your specialty contact lens fitting and begin your journey to better vision.