New Soft Lens Designs for the ‘Not-So-Standard Eye’
By Sheila Morrison, OD
The unique challenges of fitting contact lenses for post-surgical corneas, such as those altered by LASIK or PRK, have led to innovations in lens design. A shift towards using detailed ocular shape data, like sagittal height, has proven essential for creating more comfortable and effective contact lenses. Profilometry technology, such as the Eye Surface Profiler, plays a crucial role in this advancement by allowing for precise customization of lenses, ultimately improving patient comfort and vision stability.
“Fully digital design is becoming more possible than ever using many tools on the market that are capable of comprehensively imaging the anterior eye.”
This article delves into the advancements in profilometry and its impact on contact lens technology, offering insights into how these innovations can enhance lens fitting practices.
Sheila Morrison, OD, MS, FAAO, FSLS
The Eye Surface Profiler and the use of profilometry represent a major advancement in contact lens technology. By enabling the creation of custom lenses that fit perfectly, they enhance comfort and vision for patients with unique corneal shapes after refractive surgery.
