Seeing Clearly: How Specialty Contact Lenses Can Transform Your Vision

Clear, comfortable vision isn’t one-size-fits-all. While standard soft contact lenses work well for many people, they simply can’t meet the needs of every eye. For those with unique eye conditions or vision challenges, specialty contact lenses can make all the difference. Whether you’ve struggled with finding the right fit, experienced discomfort with traditional lenses, or need a solution for a complex prescription, today’s specialty contacts can open up a whole new world of clarity and comfort.
 

What Are Specialty Contact Lenses?

Specialty contact lenses are crafted to meet complex vision needs and address eye conditions that standard lenses simply can’t correct. These lenses are tailored to the unique shape, health, and sensitivities of your eyes, ensuring a personalized fit. With today’s advanced lens technology, specialty contacts offer sharper, more comfortable vision - even for those who have had trouble with regular contact lenses before.
 

Who Can Benefit from Specialty Contact Lenses?

Specialty contact lenses are often recommended for patients with:

•          Keratoconus or other corneal irregularities

•          Severe dry eye disease

•          Post-surgical corneas (such as after LASIK or corneal transplants)

•          High astigmatism

•          Difficulty achieving clear vision with glasses or standard contacts

If you’ve been told you’re not a good candidate for regular contacts, specialty lenses may be the solution you’ve been waiting for.
 

Rigid Gas-Permeable (RGP) Lenses

RGP lenses are made from a firm material that allows oxygen to pass through to the eye. Unlike soft contacts, these lenses maintain their shape while worn, which helps provide clear, crisp vision for people with astigmatism or corneal irregularities. Since they let oxygen reach the eye, RGP lenses can be a healthy and lasting option for many patients.
 

Hybrid Contact Lenses

Hybrid lenses feature a rigid center (like an RGP lens) surrounded by a soft skirt. This design offers the clear vision of a rigid lens with the comfort and ease of handling of a soft lens. Hybrid contacts are a great option for people with keratoconus, astigmatism, or anyone seeking both sharp vision and comfortable wear.
 

Multifocal Contact Lenses

As we age, it’s common to experience presbyopia, which makes it harder to focus on close objects. Multifocal contact lenses are specially designed with multiple prescription zones in each lens, allowing you to see clearly at all distances - near, intermediate, and far. These lenses are an excellent option for people who want to reduce their reliance on reading glasses and enjoy seamless vision throughout the day. Multifocal lenses are available in a variety of specialty lens designs, including soft, RGP, and hybrid options, making them accessible for many different eye shapes and needs.
 

Scleral Contact Lenses

Scleral lenses are larger, vaulting entirely over the cornea and resting on the white part of the eye (the sclera). This unique design creates a tear-filled chamber that can provide outstanding comfort and hydration for dry or sensitive eyes. Scleral lenses are ideal for those with severe dry eye, irregular corneas (Keratoconus), or post-surgical eyes.
 

Finding the Perfect Fit at at Mission Family Optometry

Specialty contact lenses have revolutionized what’s possible for patients with challenging vision needs. Whether you have a complex prescription, corneal irregularities, presbyopia, or dry eye that makes regular contacts impossible, there is likely a specialty lens that can help you see clearly and comfortably.

Schedule a consultation at Mission Family Optometry and discover how Specialty contact lenses can transform your vision and your quality of life. Visit our office in Granada Hills, California, or call (818) 360-7522 to book an appointment today.