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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 Oasis Vision Center, 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 Oasis Vision Center 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 Oasis Vision Center 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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- Nov. 19, 2024
Dr. Pieper and the team at Oasis Optometry were amazing! Kind, caring, and great with the kids, they... made the whole experience so easy. The office staff was friendly and super helpful. We love them and highly recommend!
- Nov. 02, 2024
Dr Pieper was so nice and calm with my 5year old daughter who needed glasses. The staff checking us ... in and out were very friendly!
- Nov. 01, 2024
The doctor and staffs are very friendly and explained things patiently.
- Oct. 15, 2024
I recommend Dr. Pieper to everyone. She is very thorough and explains issues very well.
- Oct. 03, 2024
This was the best vision experience I have ever had even though I was very nervous at first!! The s... taff took the time to explain things and made me feel very comfortable!!
- Sep. 23, 2024
Service provided by Oasis Vision Center was great. Thank you very much.
- Jul. 16, 2024
Great staff, awesome atmosphere! Dr Ng was so friendly and personable, makes a difference in the exp... erience. Definitely would recommend Oasis Vision Center to anyone.
- Jul. 06, 2024
There were a lot of frames to choose from and the staff was very friendly
- May. 24, 2024
Been using Oasis Vision Center for at least 15 years now. Every visit has been pleasant and Dr. Pipe... r really knows she stuff.
- May. 01, 2024
I am constantly impressed with this office. The optometrists are amazing and the staff is beyond pro... fessional. Neil was able to set me up with a new pair of glasses as well as contact set. He went above and beyond! He made sure that my glasses fit perfectly and searched for the best deals that the office had. He made me feel valued as a customer. I will definitely be back. I highly recommend this vision center!
- Apr. 12, 2024
If you need eye Care, this is where you should go, they are the best!
- Mar. 01, 2024
This was my first visit to this location. The staff was attentive and welcoming. Dr. Ng was very per... sonable and asked a lot of questions relating to my past eye history. I would highly recommend.
- Feb. 24, 2024
Love this office! Dr. Siegel is one of the friendliest doctors I’ve come across and the staff is w... elcoming and friendly.
- Feb. 21, 2024
Great staff great experience helping me get the glasses I needed appreciate it
- Feb. 08, 2024
Very Efficient office, great communication on the status of my eye health
- Feb. 08, 2024
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- Feb. 02, 2024
A wonderful place to receive care❤️
- Feb. 02, 2024
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- Jan. 05, 2024
This is a great team! Efficient and caring.
- Jan. 05, 2024
Dr.Ng took care of my kids and myself. She was very thorough and great with kids.

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