Irregular Corneal Astigmatism and Scleral Lenses
If you have been diagnosed with irregular astigmatism, you may be wondering exactly what this means and how it will affect you going forward. Astigmatism is a common eye condition associated with an imperfectly shaped cornea. This type of astigmatism is usually correctable with eyeglasses or contact lenses. Irregular astigmatism, on the other hand, means that you have a distortion in your vision that neither spectacles nor traditional contact lenses can correct.
However, there is an alternative you might want to explore: scleral contact lenses. Scleral lenses are a great non-surgical solution for irregular astigmatism that can provide excellent vision correction, whether your vision problems were present at birth, caused by corneal surgery, or of some other origin. Scleral lenses can allow you to experience clearer vision and better comfort while keeping your eyes hydrated throughout the day as well.
