The optometrists at Dr. Dean S. Steinberger, O.D. & Associates are specialty lens fitters. In addition to the popular brands of soft, disposable contact lenses, they can fit you with scleral contact lenses, designed specially to fit over abnormal corneas.
Scleral lenses are custom designed to fit your eyes. They have a larger diameter and vault over your cornea to accommodate any abnormality.
Depending on the severity of your condition, your optometrist may also recommend additional treatment to repair your cornea, including:
- Intacs – A surgically implanted device that flattens your cornea
- Collagen cross-linking – Prescription eye drops and UV light strengthen your cornea to prevent additional bulging
- Corneal transplant – Your optometrist replaces your cornea with healthy donor tissue
Your treatment depends on the severity of your condition. Your optometrist will discuss your options with you in detail to help you make the best decision for your eye health.
If you’re concerned about your vision, call Dr. Dean S. Steinberger, O.D. & Associates or schedule an appointment online today.