Specialty Contact Lenses and Why Difficult Eyes Don’t Scare Us
Contact lenses are Dr. Alperin’s favorite part of eye care. After optometry school, she completed an additional year of advanced training through a Cornea and Contact Lens and Refractive Surgery residency at Southern College of Optometry, where the focus was fitting contact lenses and managing complex corneal conditions. That experience, and a genuine love for the work, define the specialty lens care at New View Eye Care. For patients with unique eye conditions or complex prescriptions, specialty contact lenses provide advanced solutions that can dramatically improve vision and quality of life.
Difficult Eyes Don’t Scare Us
Complex eyes are what we are trained for. Whether your cornea is irregular, your eyes are dry, you have a high prescription, or you have been told contacts are not an option, we welcome the challenge and will work to find a lens that fits. Specialty lenses can help with:
- Keratoconus and other corneal irregularities
- Post-surgical corneas (such as after LASIK or corneal transplants)
- High prescriptions or significant astigmatism
- Dry eye syndrome, where standard contacts may cause discomfort
- Presbyopia, to allow clear vision at multiple distances
These advanced lenses are carefully tailored to the unique shape and health of each eye, ensuring both clarity and comfort.
Some Types of Specialty Lenses
At New View Eye Care, we work with a variety of specialty lens technologies, including:
- Scleral Lenses: Large lenses that rest on the sclera, the white part of the eye, and vault over the cornea with a layer of fluid beneath. They create a smooth optical surface and are among the most important advances in specialty contact lenses, especially for keratoconus, irregular corneas, and severe dry eye.
- Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lenses: Small, firm lenses that deliver sharp vision on irregular corneas.
- Hybrid Lenses: A rigid center for clarity with a soft outer skirt for comfort.
- Multifocal and Bifocal Lenses: Correction for both distance and near vision.
- Toric and Daily Disposable Lenses: Precisely fitted everyday lenses for astigmatism and routine wear.
The Science and Art of a Great Fit: The Role of a Skilled Optometrist
Fitting a specialty lens takes both precision and judgment. We map the surface of your cornea, evaluate your eye health, and design a lens that matches the contour of your eye. Dr. Alperin enjoys every part of it, from the measurements to the fine adjustments that make a lens comfortable. Because specialty lenses often need refinement, follow-up visits are part of the process, along with guidance on lens handling and care.
A proper fit is essential not only for clear vision, but also for long-term eye comfort and health. Our team provides ongoing support, adjustments, and education so you can wear your lenses with confidence. Because specialty lenses often require fine-tuning, follow-up visits are an important part of the process, ensuring that your vision remains sharp and your eyes stay healthy.
Specialty Contact Lens Care in Berkley, Huntington Woods, Royal Oak, Oak Park, and surrounding communities
At New View Eye Care, we are committed to offering advanced solutions for patients who may have been told that contact lenses weren’t an option. Our expertise in specialty contact lens fitting, combined with compassionate, personalized care, allows us to help patients see clearly—even in challenging cases.
Whether you’re struggling with keratoconus, high astigmatism, or simply haven’t been comfortable in contacts before, our Berkley team can help. Schedule a consultation today and discover how specialty lenses, paired with expert optometric care, can transform your vision and your life.