Contact Lenses for Keratoconus
Soft contact lenses may be worn with early or mild keratoconus. Since soft contact lenses conform to the shape of the cornea. They are not able to eliminate visual distortion created by the irregular shape. For this reason, patients usually require the use of a rigid contact lens.
Rigid contact lenses (hard and gas permeable) create a stable surface upon which light can be focused into the eye. With mild or moderate keratoconus, a rigid lens can reduce or eliminate the distortion created by the abnormal corneal curvature.
Our optometrists at Visionary Ophthalmology fit patients needing any type of contact lenses on a daily basis. If you need a Contact Lens fit for either Soft or Rigid Contact Lenses, schedule a consultation at our offices.
