Not every patient can achieve clear, comfortable vision with standard contact lenses. If you have been told you are difficult to fit or have struggled with discomfort in the past, there may still be options available.
Lappen Eye Care specializes in fitting advanced contact lens designs for patients with unique vision needs. Our Pittsburgh eye doctors have the experience and technology to handle complex cases, helping patients find solutions that improve vision and comfort.
With four convenient locations across the Pittsburgh region, we make it easy to access consistent, high-quality eye care wherever you are.
For more than 40 years, Lappen Eye Care has served families across the Pittsburgh region with a focus on personalized care.
Specialty contact lens fittings begin with an understanding of your eyes. We take the time to listen to your concerns, review any past challenges with contact lenses, and evaluate how your vision affects your life.
Whether your symptoms include dryness, blurred vision, or difficulty wearing lenses for extended periods, your care is built around finding a solution that works for you.
Specialty contact lenses are designed for patients whose eyes require more than a standard lens can provide. These lenses use advanced materials and custom designs to improve how light enters the eye, creating more stable vision.
They are often recommended for patients with irregular corneas, sensitive eyes, or eye conditions that make traditional lenses uncomfortable or ineffective. By tailoring the lens to the shape and needs of your eye, specialty lenses can provide a level of comfort and clarity that many patients did not think was possible.
Scleral lenses are larger than standard lenses and rest on the white part of the eye rather than the cornea. This creates a smooth optical surface while holding a layer of moisture, making it an excellent option for those with sensitive eyes.
Hybrid lenses combine a rigid center with a soft outer edge, offering the clarity of a gas-permeable lens with the comfort of a soft lens. This design is ideal for patients who need sharper vision but prefer a more comfortable fit.
Gas-permeable lenses are durable, rigid lenses that provide crisp, stable vision. They are often recommended for patients who require precise vision correction or have not achieved the desired results with soft lenses.
Specialty contact lenses are often recommended for patients with conditions that make standard lenses uncomfortable. By creating a smooth, stable surface for light to enter the eye, these lenses can significantly improve vision quality and comfort.
They are commonly used to help manage conditions such as keratoconus, severe dry eye, irregular corneas, and high prescriptions. With the right design and fit, many patients experience clearer vision and greater comfort.
Fitting specialty contact lenses requires a more detailed approach than standard lenses. We begin with advanced measurements of your eye, followed by trial lenses to evaluate fit and performance.
Adjustments are often part of the process, allowing our Pittsburgh optometrists to refine the lens design until the right balance of comfort and clarity is achieved. Follow-up visits ensure your lenses continue to perform well.
If you have struggled with contact lenses or have been told you are not a candidate, it may be time to explore your options. Specialty lenses can offer a level of clarity and comfort that standard lenses cannot. Contact Lappen Eye Care to schedule your consultation and discover a solution tailored to your eyes.