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How to Insert & Care for Your Scleral Lenses

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Scleral Lenses Candidates

Navigating the world of scleral lenses is vital in ensuring your eye health and optimal vision. At AccuVision Optical, we are committed to providing thorough training to help you effectively insert, remove, and maintain your scleral lenses. Below is a comprehensive guide designed to make your scleral lens experience seamless.

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Inserting Scleral Lenses

1. Clean Hands: The process begins with a thorough hand washing. Use mild soap and a lint-free towel to dry your hands. This step is essential to prevent tiny fibers or contaminants from adhering to your lenses.

2. Eye Examination: Before inserting your lenses, examining your eyes for any redness or secretions is essential. If you experience any discomfort or changes in vision while wearing scleral lenses, don't hesitate to reach out to our office to schedule an eye exam.

3. Follow Professional Guidance: The experienced scleral lens team at AccuVision Optical will provide specific instructions on the best insertion techniques during your visit to our clinic. Here's a general guideline:

  • Place a mirror flat on the table in front of you.
  • Examine the cleaned lens for any debris or cloudiness by holding it against the light.
  • Fill the lens bowl with your saline solution.
  • You can use your fingers or a specialized inserter tool for lens insertion. If you opt for using your fingers, the tripod method (employing two or three fingers) ensures stability and a flat lens placement on your eye.
  • Focus your gaze downward into the mirror, use one hand to hold your eyelids open, and gently insert the lens into your eye using your other hand. When you feel the saline against your eye’s surface, gently press and release. The lens will adhere  to your eye. Repeat the same process for the second lens.

If you experience discomfort, it could be due to an air bubble trapped beneath the lens surface. In such cases, remove the lens and reinsert it following the guidelines.


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Tips for Removing Scleral Lenses

Clean Hands: After thoroughly washing your hands, look straight ahead. There are two methods for removing scleral lenses:

  1. Using Your Fingers: Gently press on your eye and pull the lens upward and out.
  2. Using a Plunger: Attach the plunger to the lower third of the lens, gently press on your eye, and then pull the lens upward and out. With practice, lens removal will become natural and effortless.

General Tips for Scleral Contact Lens Care

Scleral contact lenses are an innovative solution for various eye conditions, but their maintenance is crucial for your eye health and visual comfort. Here are some essential tips to ensure proper care:

Follow Your Optometrist's Instructions: Abide by your eye care professional's recommendations for lens cleaning, disinfecting, and storage solutions.

Proper Lens Insertion: When inserting lenses, ensure they are debris-free.

Adequate Lubrication: Use lubricating eye drops or preservative-free artificial tears to maintain eye moisture while wearing scleral lenses.

Regular Cleaning: Clean your lenses daily with the prescribed cleaning solutions. Rub and rinse them to remove any debris or deposits.

Regular Check-ups: Schedule routine follow-up appointments with AccuVision Optical to monitor your eye health and lens fit.

Hydrogen Peroxide Care: If you use a hydrogen peroxide-based cleaning system, ensure the lenses soak for the recommended duration before insertion.

Minimize Water Exposure: Avoid exposing your lenses to water, including swimming or showering while wearing them.

Avoid Overwearing: Stick to the recommended wearing time, especially if you're new to scleral lenses. Follow your optometrist's instructions for gradually increasing wear.

Replace Accessories: Replace your lens case regularly and follow care instructions to avoid contamination.

Emergency Removal Kit: Keep a lens removal kit with a plunger, spare lenses, and necessary accessories for unexpected situations.

Cleanliness: Maintain a clean lens storage case. Rinse it with saline and leave it open to air dry during the day.

Travel Precautions: When traveling, ensure you have all the necessary lens care items and spare lenses, and follow security regulations for carrying liquids.

Never Use Tap Water: Always avoid rinsing your lenses with tap water to avoid dangerous pathogens that can cause corneal ulceration leading to permanent vision loss.  

Proper care and maintenance of your scleral lenses are essential to ensure a safe and comfortable experience. Always follow your optometrist's guidance for the best practices tailored to your needs.

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- Dec. 07, 2024
My wife and I both had eye exams at Accuvision. we both felt that the staff at Accuvision went abov... e and beyond to make sure that everything was to our liking and that we were satisfied with our visit. From the exam, to the fittings of contacts and glasses. Everything was just as it should be. Other vision centers could learn something from the way Accuvision operates. Thank you
- Dec. 07, 2024
Christine and Harmony were friendly and helpful. Dr. Marotte was thorough, and took the time to expl... ain test he did. He asked if I had any questions after every explanation. Having worn glasses for over fifty years, I have never had an eye doctor that was as good.
- Dec. 05, 2024
Came in without an appt with a slight emergency. Quick to accommodate, extremely reasonable, profe... ssional. Highly recommended
- Nov. 08, 2024
sincere and caring staff!!!!
- Oct. 14, 2024
Excellent place for an Eye Exam!!! They are very thorough and Dr explains results of tests in terms... I could understand. Very personable, friendly and efficient which I appreciate!
- Oct. 07, 2024
Fantastic optometrist - everyone is great there, and never have a long wait.
- Sep. 17, 2024
AccuVision provided timely, professional and efficient resolution of an acute eye issue. Saw me wit... hin one hour. I'm confident that they can resolve any eye issue that I might encounter in a timely manner.
- Aug. 26, 2024
I have been going to ACCU Vision Optical for two years now. Dr. Richard Marrotte is professional and... personable. He is excellent at educating his patients about the eyes and the care they need. I wouldn’t want to go to anyone else.
- Aug. 25, 2024
The staff was friendly and Dr.Tupps takes time to explain things and is very thorough
- Aug. 22, 2024
Eye exam by Dr. Marrotte felt like I'm in the best place for taking care of my vision
- Aug. 09, 2024
Everyone was friendly and professional! Eye exam was thorough and my new prescription is ideal. Glas... ses fit great and the progressive lens are easy to see through without tripping or falling.
- Jul. 24, 2024
The office staff and Dr. Marrotte are very friendly, attentive and professional. They measured and o... rdered progressive, gas permeable contact lenses for me and they fit perfectly. I highly recommend AccuVision Optical and Dr. Marrotte.
- Jul. 24, 2024
You will find the highest levels of professionalism, a welcoming staff and atmosphere, and phenomena... l subject matter expertise here.
- Jul. 13, 2024
Everyone from the receptionist to the doctor was capable, well informed and most helpful. I am extre... mely satisfied with the service and my eye glasses fit perfecty.
- Jul. 12, 2024
Great people, very knowledgeable and always friendly and professional
- Jul. 05, 2024
Very kind staff, and a very thorough exam. They let me take my time picking out glasses and were so ... helpful.
- Jun. 22, 2024
Great experience. Fast, friendly, and accurate.
- Jun. 14, 2024
Friendly staff and a knowledgeable and caring doctor.
- Jun. 08, 2024
The staff is great and find appointments for both my husband and I at the same time! Both Doctors ... are great and the optical staff are so helpful in selecting frames!
- Jun. 07, 2024
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