Question 1

Why do I need to use preservative – free solutions to fill my scleral lenses?

Accepted Answer

There is minimal tear exchange when the lens is on the eye . Long – term exposure to preservatives can cause a sensitivity or toxicity to the cornea resulting in redness and irritation.

Question 2

How many hours per day is it safe for me to wear my lenses?

Accepted Answer

After the initial adaptation period , the lenses can be worn for a full day . Keep in mind that every person is different, and no lens should be worn if it becomes uncomfortable , painful, or if the eye becomes red and irritated . Ultimately , your wear time should be determined by you and your eye doctor.

Question 3

How do I know if there is an air bubble under the lens?

Accepted Answer

If you apply the lens and notice that your vision is blurry or the lens feels uncomfortable , you may have an air bubble trapped underneath . Sometimes you can see the bubble if you look in the mirror, but other times you cannot . If you think there is a bubble, remove the lens and reapply it.

Question 4

How long do my lenses last for?

Accepted Answer

If cared for properly , most scleral lenses are expected to last at least one year , and Hybrid lenses 6 months.

Question 5

I can see a ring where the lens was on my eye after I removed the lens . Is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this is normal . We call it an impression ring . Similar to when you remove a watch or a pair of socks, there is often an impression in the tissue due to the placement of the device . This is not a problem and should disappear within about 5 minutes. If , however, you are experiencing a significant amount of redness in the area after removing the lenses, especially if it persists after a few minutes ,please  contact your optometrist.

CONTACT LENS QUESTIONS

Can I change to a different contact lens solution without checking with the optometrist?

Who can wear contact lenses ? and what age can I start wearing them?

I have astigmatism. Can I wear contact lenses?

Do I need to clean and disinfect my lenses every night ?

Can I rinse my lenses with tap water?

Can I use eye drops with my lenses in?

What do I do if i can not remove my contact lenses from my eye?

Is it safe to sleep in my lenses?

SPECIALTY CONTACT LENSES

Why do I need to use preservative – free solutions to fill my scleral lenses?

How many hours per day is it safe for me to wear my lenses?

How do I know if there is an air bubble under the lens?

How long do my lenses last for?

I can see a ring where the lens was on my eye after I removed the lens . Is this normal?