Rigid and Scleral Contact Lenses in Mexico City

Scleral Lens Specialists for Keratoconus, Corneal Transplants, and Complex Cases in Mexico City

When conventional glasses don't work, there's a specialized solution.

In our practice, we combine the expertise of a cornea specialist and a contact lens specialist to fit rigid and scleral contact lenses to patients with:

Keratoconus

• Corneal Transplants

• Previous Refractive Surgeries (LASIK, RK, PRK)

• Severe Dry Eye

• Complex Corneal Irregularities

• Poor Contact Lens Tolerance

• You've Been Told There's No Solution

Specialized Cornea and Contact Lens Unit

Diagnosis by a Cornea Specialist Ophthalmologist

Advanced Fitting by a Specialized Optometrist

Management of Complex Cases

What are scleral and rigid contact lenses?

Rigid gas permeable and scleral contact lenses are medical devices designed to:

• Correct corneal irregularities

• Improve visual acuity

• Protect the ocular surface

Scleral lenses, in particular, create a tear reservoir between the lens and the cornea, allowing for:

• Improved vision in irregular corneas

• Greater comfort than conventional rigid contact lenses

• Protection in cases of severe dry eye

Why choose a combination of Optometrist, Contact Lens Specialist, and Cornea Specialist Ophthalmologist?

Not all patients can be properly fitted at a conventional optician's.

This is where our difference lies:

Comprehensive Ophthalmological and Optometric Evaluation

Diagnosis of Corneal Pathology

Collaborative Work

Specialized Cornea Ophthalmology

Advanced Optometry for Contact Lenses

Personalized Fitting

Each lens is designed according to the patient's anatomy and pathology.

This is especially important in complex cases such as keratoconus or transplantation.

Rigid Contact Lenses in Corneal Diseases

Optical Precision in Early Stages and Selected Cases

Rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lenses are a fundamental tool in the visual rehabilitation of patients with corneal diseases, especially in early stages or when adequate corneal adaptation is still possible.

Thanks to their design, they create a regular optical surface on the cornea, improving visual quality by neutralizing corneal irregularities.

Keratoconus

In patients with mild to moderate keratoconus, rigid contact lenses are often an excellent first option.

They allow:

• Improved visual quality in the early stages of the disease

• Highly precise correction of irregular astigmatism

• Delaying the need for scleral lenses in some patients

• Maintaining good visual acuity in patients with adequate tolerance

They are especially useful in early stages, when the cornea still allows for stable corneal adaptation.

Corneal Transplant

After a corneal transplant, some patients may benefit from rigid contact lenses, particularly when the irregularity is moderate.

Rigid contact lenses allow for:

• Improved visual quality in selected cases

• Correcting corneal irregularities without the need for more complex lenses

• Maintaining good corneal oxygenation

However, in more complex irregularities, they may not be sufficient and scleral lenses may be required.

Pre- or Post-Refractive Surgery (LASIK, PRK, RK)

In cases of mild corneal irregularity after refractive surgery, rigid contact lenses can be an effective option.

They allow for:

• Improved visual quality in mild irregularities

• Compensation for minor corneal aberrations

• Avoiding additional procedures in selected cases

In more advanced irregularities or ectasia, they are generally less well-tolerated than scleral lenses.

Dry Eye

Unlike scleral lenses, rigid contact lenses do not have a therapeutic effect on the ocular surface.

In patients with dry eye:

• They may be less well-tolerated.

• They may increase discomfort.

• They require a thorough prior evaluation of the ocular surface.

Therefore, in cases of moderate to severe dry eye, other alternatives such as scleral lenses are often preferred.

Scleral Lenses in Corneal Diseases

Visual Rehabilitation in Complex Cases

Scleral lenses are an advanced tool in the visual rehabilitation of patients with corneal diseases, especially when conventional lenses or glasses do not provide adequate vision.

Thanks to their design, they create a regular optical surface on the cornea and a tear reservoir, improving both vision and the health of the ocular surface.

Keratoconus

In patients with moderate and advanced keratoconus, scleral lenses represent one of the best non-surgical options.

They allow:

• Significant improvement of visual quality in irregular corneas

• More precise correction of irregular astigmatism than other lenses

• Reduced dependence on poorly tolerated rigid corneal lenses

• Optimization of visual function in patients undergoing follow-up or after crosslinking

In many cases, they are the alternative before considering a corneal transplant.

Corneal Transplant

After a corneal transplant, it is common for the surface to remain irregular, limiting vision with glasses or conventional contact lenses.

Scleral lenses allow for:

• Recovering vision that is not achieved with traditional correction

• Improving optical regularity without further corneal surgery

• Protecting the graft by maintaining a hydrated and stable environment

• Reducing mechanical friction on the corneal surface

They are a key tool in post-transplant visual rehabilitation.

Previous or Subsequent Refractive Surgery (LASIK, PRK, RK)

In some patients, corneal irregularities or ectasia may appear after refractive surgery.

In these cases, scleral lenses:

• Represent the main non-surgical alternative

• Allow for the recovery of high-quality functional vision

• Compensate for irregularities of the corneal surface

• In many cases, avoid the need for additional procedures

Severe dry eye

Scleral lenses not only correct vision but also have a therapeutic effect.

They function as a "hydration chamber" by maintaining a constant tear film over the cornea.

This allows for:

• Reduction of symptoms such as burning, irritation, and fluctuating vision

• Protection of the ocular surface in severe cases

• Improved visual comfort during the day

• Promoting tear film stability

They are especially useful in patients with severe dry eye or ocular surface diseases.

Who is NOT a candidate?

Not all patients are immediate candidates.

Evaluation is required in cases such as:

• Active infections

• Poor eye hygiene

• Poor adherence to lens use

Patient safety is always our priority.

Services in Mexico City

We offer specialized evaluations in Mexico City, focusing on complex patients who require:

• Accurate diagnosis

• Advanced fitting

• Close follow-up

Who are we?

We are a specialized eye care unit in Mexico City, focused on corneal management, refractive surgery, and advanced contact lens fitting.

Our approach combines:

Highly specialized ophthalmology in cornea

Advanced optometry in contact lenses

Management of complex and individualized cases

Medical Specialization

The project is led by an ophthalmologist with national and international training:

Medical degree from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM)

Ophthalmology residency at the Gregorio Marañón University General Hospital

Advanced specialization in cornea and refractive surgery at the Conde de Valenciana Foundation Hospital

In addition, he holds certifications that validate his international expertise:

International Council of Ophthalmology

European Board of Ophthalmology

Mexican Council of Ophthalmology

This guarantees a practice based on international standards and scientific evidence.

Specialized Optometry

The optometric aspect focuses on:

Advanced contact lens fitting

Management of patients from pediatric to geriatric

Specialization in:

Rigid gas permeable lenses

Scleral lenses

Irregular corneas and ocular pathologies

Always working in conjunction with medical evaluation.

Our Differentiator

Unlike a traditional model (optics shop or isolated consultation room), we offer:

Medical diagnosis + advanced fitting in the same environment

This allows us to:

Accurately evaluate corneal diseases

Choose the best treatment (not just lenses)

Fit custom lenses in complex cases

Provide comprehensive patient follow-up

Our Philosophy

Not all patients are candidates for the same treatment

We prioritize diagnostic accuracy over volume

Each case is analyzed individually

We don't fit "fast" lenses

We don't seek generic solutions

We prioritize diagnosis, safety, and long-term results

The goal is not just to "put on lenses," but to

restore the best possible visual quality safely and with a personalized approach

Our Specializations

Keratoconus

Corneal transplant

Refractive surgery (LASIK, PRK, SMILE, ICL)

Severe dry eye

Complex corneal irregularities