Specialty Contact Lenses in Pembroke Pines
Have you been told contact lenses aren’t right for you? Do you struggle with blurry vision, dry eyes, or irritation while wearing contacts? The Eye Center’s Cornea & Scleral Lens Clinic offers advanced solutions tailored to your needs.
Located in Pembroke Pines, our clinic specializes in custom-designed contact lenses that offer more than standard vision correction, delivering clarity, comfort, and improved eye health. Led by Dr. Sydney Madrigal, we use the latest diagnostic imaging and technology to help patients see clearly when glasses or standard contact lenses are not an option.
What Are Specialty Contact Lenses?
Specialty contact lenses are designed for individuals with unique eye conditions or complex prescriptions. Unlike traditional soft lenses, these lenses are tailored to the specific shape and needs of your eyes.
Are Specialty Contact Lenses Right for You?
- Are glasses or soft contact lenses no longer providing the clarity you need?
- Do you suffer from chronic dry eye?
- Has your vision changed since LASIK surgery or an eye injury?
- Is your child’s myopia getting worse every year?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, specialty contact lenses may be right for you.
Types of Specialty Contact Lenses We Offer
Corneal Gas Permeable (GP) Lenses
Corneal GP lenses are smaller, rigid lenses that rest directly on the cornea. They offer exceptionally crisp vision and are ideal for patients with high prescriptions or astigmatism that soft lenses may not fully correct.
Hybrid Lenses
Hybrid lenses combine the sharp vision of a rigid gas-permeable center with the soft, flexible comfort of a soft lens skirt. This design offers the best of both worlds for patients seeking clarity and comfort.
Myopia Control Contact Lenses
Myopia management lenses, such as orthokeratology (ortho-k) and multifocal soft lenses, are used to slow nearsightedness progression in children and teens. These lenses can lower your child’s risk of developing serious eye diseases later in life while providing clear vision throughout the day.
Scleral Lenses
Scleral lenses are large-diameter, gas-permeable lenses that vault over the cornea and rest on the sclera (the white part of the eye). They create a smooth optical surface and hold a fluid reservoir between the lens and the eye, providing enhanced comfort and hydration.
They are ideal for patients with keratoconus, severe dry eye, or other corneal irregularities.
Benefits of Specialty Contact Lenses
Our specialty lenses can restore vision and comfort in patients with:
- Keratoconus & Pellucid Marginal Degeneration – Corrects vision distorted by irregularly shaped corneas.
- Severe Dry Eye Syndrome – Offers a continuously hydrated environment for relief and healing.
- Post-Corneal Surgery (LASIK, corneal transplants) – Helps restore vision and comfort after eye procedures.
- High & Irregular Astigmatism – Provides clarity where glasses or soft lenses fall short.
- Traumatic Eye Injuries – Improves comfort and vision after ocular trauma.
Our Specialty Lens Fitting Process
At our Cornea & Scleral Contact Lens Clinic, we follow a structured, personalized process to ensure the best results:
1. Comprehensive Evaluation
We begin with a comprehensive eye exam and advanced imaging, including corneal topography, to precisely map the shape of your cornea and ocular surface.
2. Personalized Lens Selection
Based on your unique eye condition, lifestyle, and vision goals and needs, we’ll recommend the best type of specialty contact lens for you
3. Precision Fitting
Using diagnostic lenses, we will meticulously fit your custom lenses. Multiple visits may be required to achieve the perfect fit.
4. Application & Removal Training
Our experienced team will provide comprehensive, hands-on training on how to insert, remove, and care for your new contact lenses.
Meet Our Specialty Contact Lens Optometrist
Dr. Sydney Madrigal leads The Eye Center’s Cornea & Scleral Contact Lens Clinic with a passion for helping patients overcome complex vision challenges. She brings advanced training and hands-on experience in fitting specialty lenses for a wide range of conditions, from keratoconus and corneal transplants to high astigmatism and severe dry eye.
Dr. Madrigal earned her Doctor of Optometry from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Optometry, where her interest in specialty contact lenses began. She went on to complete a residency in Ocular Disease at the renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida, where she gained extensive experience diagnosing and managing corneal diseases.
With her expert knowledge, compassionate approach, and commitment to patient-centered care, Dr. Madrigal is dedicated to helping you see clearly and comfortably, no matter how complex your vision needs may be.
See Your World with Unmatched Clarity & Comfort
Don’t settle for blurry vision or discomfort. Our Cornea & Scleral Contact Lens Clinic in Pembroke Pines offers advanced solutions for complex vision needs. Call us today to book your personalized consultation.
FAQ About Specialty Contact Lenses
Are scleral or specialty lenses covered by insurance?
It depends on your plan. Some insurance policies may cover specialty lenses if they are deemed medically necessary. Our team can help you navigate your coverage and provide supporting documentation if needed.
How long does the fitting process take?
The full fitting process typically involves 2–4 visits. We begin with an initial evaluation and diagnostic fitting, followed by follow-ups to ensure the lenses provide optimal vision and comfort.
What’s the difference between scleral lenses and soft contact lenses?
Soft lenses rest directly on the cornea and are more commonly used for standard prescriptions. In contrast, scleral contact lenses vault over the cornea and rest on the sclera (the white part of the eye), making them ideal for irregular corneas, dry eye, or advanced eye conditions.
Can my child wear these lenses?
Yes! In fact, myopia management lenses like ortho-k and multifocal soft lenses are specifically designed for children and teens to help slow the progression of nearsightedness. We also fit specialty lenses for children with corneal conditions or injuries when needed.
Are specialty lenses uncomfortable?
While scleral and gas permeable lenses may feel different at first, many patients report excellent comfort after the initial adaptation period. This is especially true for those with dry eye, who benefit from the saline reservoir that scleral lenses provide.