Contact lenses

Contact Lenses in Optometry: Innovation and Specialized Care

Contact lenses represent one of the most dynamic and exciting areas of modern optometry. It's important to remember that they are medical devices. As a contact lens fitter, I offer personalized solutions that go beyond simple vision correction, integrating cutting-edge technology, eye health, and exceptional comfort to enhance the wearer's experience.

Types of Contact Lenses I Fit

1. Soft Lenses (Hydrophilic)

● Spherical Lenses (For myopia and hyperopia)

● Toric (For low astigmatisms).

● Multifocal (For presbyopia).

MiSight® Certified (Coopervision): Disposable lenses that slow myopic progression in children and adolescents.

2. Rigid Gas Permeable Lenses (RGP)

For irregular corneas (ectasia, post-surgical, post-transplant, trauma).

Custom designs (reverse geometry, aspheric, multi-curve) that improve visual acuity where soft lenses fail.

3. Scleral Lenses

Never the first choice, although the wearer can greatly benefit from this design. A solution for severe dry eye and highly irregular corneas.

They create a tear reservoir that protects and nourishes the ocular surface.

4. Hybrid Lenses

Rigid center for clear vision + soft edges for Greater comfort.

Ideal for patients with RGP intolerance but who require high optical quality.

5. Therapeutic Lenses

They protect the cornea in cases of recurrent ulcers or erosions.

They act as a biological bandage while the eye heals.

Why is a Professional Fitting Essential?

A poorly fitted contact lens can cause:

❌ Corneal hypoxia (lack of oxygen)

❌ Ulcers and infections

❌ Intolerance and discontinuation of use

My fitting process includes:

✅ Comprehensive evaluation of the ocular surface and tear production.

✅ Diagnostic lens fitting to confirm the ideal fit.

✅ Detailed instruction on handling and care.

✅ 24-hour, 1-week, and 1-month follow-up to ensure long-term success.

Special Clinical Cases

1. Keratoconus and Ectasia

Corneal lens fitting, Scleral or hybrid lenses that improve vision when glasses are no longer sufficient.

Teamwork with ophthalmologists for comprehensive management.

2. Post-Refractive Surgery (LASIK/PRK/Radiation Keratotomy)

Special lenses to correct residual aberrations and improve optical quality.

Management of post-surgical dry eye with appropriate lenses and lubrication.

3. Pediatric Patients

Myopia control with dual-action lenses (correct + slow progression).

Pediatric patients with high refractive errors may benefit most from contact lenses because they are easier to fully correct and ensure they continue with proper development.

Innovation and Research

As a clinical researcher:

I participated in studies on post-lens fitting corneal sensitivity presented at ARVO 2024.

"Modern contact lenses not only correct vision... they are medical devices that, when properly fitted, can improve quality of life, stop eye diseases and even change your perception of the world."