Scleral Lenses
Our optometrists at Progressive Eye Care are scleral lens experts
Restoring Clear Vision for Patients with Keratoconus, Post-Lasik Complications, and Irregular Corneas
Increasing Comfort & Clarity for Dry Eye Sufferers
At Progressive Eye Care in South Jordan, UT we are pleased to serve patients from Draper to Salt Lake City and Park City to Herriman and beyond.
What is a Scleral Contact Lens?
Made of highly oxygen-permeable rigid lens materials, Scleral Contacts gently rest on the sclera (the white part of the eye) without touching the cornea, providing sharp vision and excellent comfort.
Scleral Lenses are Great For:
Keratoconus
Presbyopia
Post surgical corneas
Myopia & Hyperopia
Ocular surface disease (Dry Eye)
Other Irregular Corneal Conditions
Astigmatism
A Life Transformed
RON'S STORY
A graphic designer by training, due to his poor vision, Ron was working as a janitor when we first met.
Ron’s vision had become severely limited by keratoconus, a progressive thinning of the cornea that greatly distorts vision. A doctor in another state had told him his only hope was a corneal transplant, but he was reluctant.
We fit Ron with scleral lenses. For Ron, the results were nothing short of a miracle.
He and his wife were emotional as they described his wonder at being able to see again. He could see to drive again. He could see mountains, leaves on trees, his wife’s face, his daughter’s eyes, the lights at Temple Square in Salt Lake City. Tearfully, he said, “You have changed my life!”
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Finally Able to Wear Contacts Again
A DRY EYE SUCCESS STORY WITH SCLERAL CONTACT LENSES
Brooke is a Utah mom who had long given up on wearing contacts. For years her eyes had been too dry to tolerate the soft contacts or to consider Lasik.
When we met, her dry eye had become so severe that she was desperate. She was using artificial tears every hour all day long with no relief. Even after treating her dry eyes with typical measures, she had little improvement.
We decided to fit her with scleral lenses. With scleral contacts, saline and lubrication drops are placed inside the lens when inserting, which act to bathe the cornea all day long. The rigid lens design shields the eye from evaporation, greatly increasing comfort for patients with dry eye syndrome.
The result? Brooke was able to wear contacts all day with comfortable and clear vision. No more dryness complaints. No more fussing with a strong glasses prescription. Now, ten years later she’s still going strong!
… Another life transformed by scleral lenses.
The Scleral Lens Fitting Process
WHAT TO EXPECT
Transforming people’s vision with scleral lenses is one of the most satisfying parts of being and eye doctorDR. JEFF BROADHEAD
Your Customized Lens Fitting
Vision & Eye Health Exam
Visual acuity, refraction, and eye health are evaluated to determine if scleral lenses are right for you.
Specialty Eye Scans
Trial Lens Fitting
Follow-Up Care
"Best Eye Care My Husband and I Have Ever Had"
Gregory Stone
Comfortable and relaxing office. Friendly and courteous staff. Fancy high tech equipment. Knowledgeable and informative providers who inspire confidence.
Michelle Sivertson
Best eye care my husband and I have ever had! Dr Chism and Dr Broadhead as well as their staff are always fantabulous! I don’t have enough good things to say about Progressive Eye Care! We may have a 25 minute drive from where we live, but it is hands down worth it! Our eyes are most definitely in good hands!
Proven Technology - Proven Results
OCT images allow our doctors to maintain precise control over fit, function, vision, and comfort!
At Progressive Eye Care in South Jordan, we feature the latest technology from Optovue for precision with every scleral lens design.
This image shows a scleral lens (on the top), a space filled with tears, and the cornea (below). The Optovue Avanti OCT allows us incredible accuracy when designing customized scleral contact lenses.
Have You Ever Wondered?
Why Are My Contacts Always Blurry?
Blurriness with your soft contacts may mean the prescription is wrong or the lens is not fitting right.
If your soft contact lenses are never clear enough, even when your doctor makes adjustments, scleral lenses may be an excellent solution for you.
High myopia and high astigmatism are often best treated with a rigid contact lens design such as the Onefit scleral contact lens.
Why Consider Scleral Lenses
WHO CAN BENEFIT?
... When glasses and soft contacts just aren't clear enough
Blur from irregular corneal shapes can be difficult or sometimes impossible to correct with glasses or soft contacts.
Scleral lenses have the advantage of the crisp, clear optics and surprisingly great comfort!
... When LASIK or PRK leaves you with unsatisfactory vision
We’re big fans of laser corrective surgery! Nevertheless, occasionally LASIK patients are left with halos at night, or a quality of vision that leaves them frustrated.
Scleral lenses can restore sharper vision for post-Lasik patients who experience less-than-optimal results from laser surgery.
...When high prescriptions are not easily corrected
Patients with high myopia or high astigmatism often struggle to obtain clear, comfortable, and stable vision with glasses or soft contacts.
The sharp optics of a scleral lens are ideal for providing vision that is crisp, stable, and predictable.
Patients with high prescriptions are often eligible for medically necessary contact lens benefits through their vision plan.
What Do Scleral Lenses Cost?
Depending on the complexity of the fit and lens type required, scleral lenses can cost between $1,500 and $1,800 per pair.
Are Payment Plans Available?
Why Do Scleral Lenses Cost More than Soft Contacts?
Will My Insurance Help Pay for Scleral Contacts?
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Progressive Eye Care
Dr. Jeffrey Broadhead, OD and his team of optometry and ophthalmology providers offer comprehensive treatments to improve the vision of patients from our offices in South Jordan, UT. Our doctors are members of professional associations, including:
American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Optometric Association
American Board of Ophthalmology
Utah Optometric Association
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
American Academy of Orthokeratology & Myopia Control
To schedule an appointment at our South Jordan optometry practice, you can contact us online or give us a call at (801) 676-2020.
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South Jordan Office
- 10654 S River Heights Dr Ste 110 South Jordan, UT 84095