Scleral Lens Blog

Delve into the inspiring journeys of those overcoming keratoconus with Diamond Vision's specialized scleral lenses, supported by VSP insurance. Experience heightened visual clarity in Long Island and Rockville Centre.

Scleral lenses are becoming increasingly popular as an option for individuals with various eye conditions. These lenses are larger than standard contact lenses and sit on the sclera, the white part of the eye, rather than the cornea. They can correct refractive errors, manage irregular corneas, and treat eye diseases.

Switching from glasses to scleral contact lenses can take several weeks. your Long Island eye doctor will provide instructions on how to properly insert, remove, and care for the lenses, as well as how to monitor for any potential complications. Read on to learn more.

World Keratoconus Day is celebrated every year on November 10 to raise awareness of this rare eye condition. Read on to learn about keratoconus and how it’s treated.

Genetic testing can help determine whether you have a genetic variant that may put you or your children at risk for certain diseases. Read on to learn about genetic testing for keratoconus.

If you have corneal dystrophy, it will become increasingly difficult to wear standard contact lenses. Scleral lenses are an excellent choice for patients with many types of corneal irregularities, including most types of corneal dystrophy. Read on to learn how Scleral Lenses & Keratoconus Center At Diamond Vision can help.