Exploring the Benefits of Specialty Contact Lenses

When it comes to achieving clear, comfortable vision, one size doesn’t always fit all. For those with unique vision needs, specialty contact lenses offer a customized solution. At Drs. Hiura & Hiura Optometrists, we’re passionate about helping our patients discover the best options for their eyes.

What Are Specialty Contact Lenses?

Specialty contact lenses are designed for individuals whose vision needs cannot be met with standard soft contact lenses. These lenses are customized to address a variety of conditions, providing tailored vision correction and superior comfort. Specialty lenses are crafted to fit specific eye shapes, prescriptions, and conditions, ensuring the best possible vision and eye health.

Who Can Benefit from Specialty Contact Lenses?

Specialty contact lenses are ideal for individuals with unique vision challenges or eye conditions, such as:

•          Astigmatism: Difficulty achieving clear vision with standard lenses due to an irregularly shaped cornea.

•          Keratoconus: A progressive thinning of the cornea that causes it to bulge into a cone shape.

•          Severe Dry Eye: When traditional lenses exacerbate dryness and discomfort.

•          Myopia Management: Particularly in children and young adults.

•          Post-Surgical Eyes: Patients recovering from corneal surgery or with irregular corneas.

•          Presbyopia: Age-related difficulty focusing on close objects.

If you’ve struggled to find lenses that work for you, specialty contact lenses may be the answer.

Types of Specialty Contact Lenses

•       Toric Lenses: Designed for patients with astigmatism, toric lenses provide clear vision by aligning precisely with the irregular curvature of the cornea. They’re available in both soft and rigid designs.

•       Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lenses: RGP lenses are smaller, durable, and allow oxygen to reach the cornea. They offer exceptional clarity, especially for those with high prescriptions or irregular corneas.

•       Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) Lenses: Ortho-K lenses are worn overnight to gently reshape the cornea, providing clear vision during the day without the need for glasses or contact lenses. These lenses are particularly effective for myopia management in children.

•       Scleral Lenses: Scleral lenses are large-diameter lenses that vault over the cornea and rest on the sclera (the white of the eye). They provide excellent comfort and vision for patients with irregular corneas or severe dry eye.

Benefits of Specialty Contact Lenses

Specialty contact lenses offer numerous advantages, including:

•          Improved Vision: Tailored designs correct complex refractive errors more effectively than standard lenses.

•          Enhanced Comfort: Custom fits ensure a comfortable wearing experience, even for challenging conditions like dry eye.

•          Corneal Protection: Lenses like scleral and RGP protect the cornea and promote better eye health.

•          Freedom from Glasses: Options like Ortho-K provide clear vision during the day without corrective lenses.

•          Slowing Myopia Progression: Ortho-K lenses can help manage and slow down the progression of nearsightedness in children.

Discover the Perfect Solution for Your Vision Needs

At Drs. Hiura & Hiura Optometrists, we specialize in helping our patients find the best solutions for their unique eye care needs. Whether you’re struggling with an eye condition or seeking a more comfortable alternative to traditional lenses, our team is here to guide you.

Schedule your eye exam with Drs. Hiura & Hiura Optometrists and discover how specialty contact lenses can transform your vision and enhance your quality of life. Visit our office in San Francisco, California, or call (415) 792-1900 to book an appointment today.