Exploring the Different Types of Specialty Lenses: Which One Is Right for You?

When it comes to vision correction, glasses and standard contact lenses aren’t the only options available. For patients with unique vision needs or those looking for more advanced correction solutions, specialty contact lenses can provide the clarity and comfort standard lenses can’t always achieve. At Rockford Family Eyecare, we offer specialty lenses designed to match your individual eye shape, lifestyle, and visual challenges.

What to Expect During a Contact Lens Exam and Fitting

Specialty lenses require a more in-depth exam than standard lenses. At Rockford Family Eyecare, our personalized process includes:

• A thorough eye health evaluation

• Precise corneal measurements and topography

• Discussion of your visual needs, lifestyle, and goals

• Trial lenses to evaluate fit and vision

• Customized lens orders tailored to your specific eyes

We take the time to ensure your lenses fit properly and comfortably while delivering the visual correction you need. Education on insertion, removal, and care is also part of your fitting, so you can feel confident using your lenses from day one.

Scleral Lenses

Scleral lenses are larger than traditional contacts and rest on the white part of the eye (sclera), vaulting completely over the cornea. This design creates a fluid-filled space between the lens and the eye, making them ideal for individuals with:

• Keratoconus or other irregular corneas

• Severe dry eye

• Post-surgical corneal conditions

• High refractive errors not correctable with regular lenses

Patients who wear scleral lenses often notice a dramatic improvement in comfort and vision clarity compared to traditional lenses.

Orthokeratology (Ortho-K)

Ortho-K lenses are specially designed rigid gas-permeable lenses that you wear overnight. While you sleep, they gently reshape your cornea to correct vision problems like:

• Myopia (nearsightedness)

• Mild astigmatism

One of the biggest advantages of Ortho-K is the ability to enjoy clear daytime vision without wearing glasses or contact lenses. It’s especially popular among children and young adults looking for a non-surgical way to manage progressive myopia.

Our Personalized Approach

Every eye is different, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to specialty lenses. That’s why our team at Rockford Family Eyecare prioritizes a customized experience. Whether you're managing a specific eye condition or simply seeking more freedom from glasses, we’ll work with you to find the right lens option that fits your life and vision goals.

Finding the Perfect Fit at Rockford Family Eyecare

Specialty contact lenses can offer life-changing benefits for those with unique vision challenges or those looking for alternatives to traditional correction methods. With options like scleral lenses and Ortho-K, paired with our expert care and personalized fittings, we’re here to help you see your world more clearly and comfortably.

Schedule your contact lens exam at Rockford Family Eyecare to explore specialty lens options. Visit our office in Rockford, Michigan, or call (616) 951-7115 to book an appointment today.