Advanced technology has revolutionized the way practitioners approach contact lens fitting.
By Jason Compton, OD
Based on the July/August 2025 issue of Contact Lens Spectrum
When we talk about profilometry, we often focus on the technical benefits: improved first-fit success, better lens alignment, and fewer follow-ups. But as Dr. Jason Compton highlights in his recent article for Contact Lens Spectrum, one of the most powerful advantages of profilometry is far less discussed: its impact on the doctor–patient conversation.
“What if the real power of profilometry lies in its ability to engage and reassure the patient sitting in the exam chair?”
Here are some key takeaways from the article:
Jason Compton
OD
Turning Data into Trust
Profilometry has changed the dynamic in Dr. Compton’s specialty lens consultations. Instead of simply describing the patient’s condition, he shows them their elevation map, side by side with a scan of a healthy eye.
This simple comparison has proven to be a game-changer.
“When a patient sees their own profilometry scan… the conversation changes,”
Dr. Jason Compton explaining an ESP map to a patient.
By making the invisible visible, patients better understand their condition, the rationale behind the lens choice, and the need for specialty care.
From Commodity to Care
Patients often perceive contact lenses as a commodity. But when they see a 3D scan of their own eye and hear about the customized design required for their anatomy, that perception shifts.
“Profilometry helps elevate specialty lenses from something that’s nice to have to something that’s necessary,”
Dr. Compton shares.
This is not just beneficial for the patient experience; it’s a powerful differentiator for the practice.
A New Kind of Fitting Experience
Dr. Compton’s approach shows how profilometry can do more than optimize a fit.
At Eaglet Eye, we believe this is where technology meets human care. And we’re proud to support eye care professionals who are using the ESP not just to fit lenses, but to transform the patient journey.
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