Scleral Lenses at Premier Eyecare Associates

What Are Scleral Lenses?

For some patients, scleral lenses are an excellent alternative to traditional contact lenses. Scleral lenses are a type of rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses that are specially designed to cover your entire cornea and rest on the sclera, the “white” of the eye. Because scleral lenses don’t rest directly on your corneas, they’re comfortable, breathable, and more stable on the eye, providing sharper vision correction for some patients.

Scleral lenses functionally replace an irregularly shaped cornea and feature a dome shape which can correct corneal irregularities, such as keratoconus. The area between the back surface of the lens and the cornea also acts as a reservoir for tears and eye fluid, which can help relieve dry eye symptoms.

A Comfortable, Breathable, and More Stable Alternative to Traditional Contact Lenses

Woman putting in scleral contact lenses at Premier Eyecare Associates

Could You Benefit from Scleral Lenses?

If you’re unable to wear contact lenses due to an irregular cornea or discomfort, then likely yes! Scleral lenses are also great for patients with the following conditions:

  • Keratoconus
  • Chronic dry eye
  • Irregular astigmatism
  • Severe ocular surface disease
  • Eyes that require RGP lenses for comfort

Why Choose Premier Eyecare Associates?

Premier Eyecare Associates are Missouri’s eye care experts, and we’re trusted for our knowledge and skill in addressing every vision need for you and your family. Our own Dr. Kelly Deering is the premier provider of scleral lenses in the region and uses her experience to customize and fit the lenses to each patient’s specific needs. If you need high-quality eyecare and specialty items like scleral lenses, Dr. Deering and the team at Premier Eyecare Associates are the experts you need to get the vision you deserve.

Dr. Kelly Deering from Premier Eyecare Associates

Meet Our Specialty Lens Providers

Our compassionate team doesn’t just practice in your community, we’re members of it too, and we care deeply about making you look, see, and feel your best. Learn more about them here.

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431 S Main St.
Brookfield, MO 64628
(660) 227-5864