Keratoconus Specialty Contact Lenses in Beverly Hills

Clear, Comfortable Vision for Keratoconus

If you have keratoconus, regular glasses and soft contact lenses often can’t give you clear vision. Visioncare Associates is a specialty contact lens practice in Beverly Hills. We design and fit custom lenses for keratoconus and other irregular corneas, and we help patients from across Los Angeles see clearly and comfortably again.

What Is Keratoconus?

Keratoconus is an eye condition in which the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye, becomes thinner and gradually bulges outward into a cone shape. This irregular shape bends light unevenly, which blurs and distorts vision. Keratoconus usually begins in the teens or twenties and can progress over time.

Common Symptoms

• Blurry or distorted vision

• Frequent changes in your glasses prescription

• Glare, halos, or streaks around lights, especially at night

• Sensitivity to light

• Eye strain or headaches

• Glasses or soft contacts that no longer give clear vision

If you notice these symptoms, schedule a corneal evaluation.

Specialty Lenses We Fit for Keratoconus

Every eye with keratoconus is different, so every lens fit is custom.

• Scleral lenses: Large-diameter lenses that vault over the entire cornea and rest on the white of the eye. A layer of fluid under the lens smooths out the irregular cornea, which often gives sharp vision and all-day comfort.

• Custom gas permeable (GP) lenses: Rigid, breathable lenses that create a smooth new optical surface over the cone.

• Hybrid lenses: A rigid gas permeable center for clear vision, surrounded by a soft outer skirt for comfort.
  

• Piggyback lenses: A gas permeable lens worn over a soft lens for added comfort.

• Custom soft lenses: Designed for some mild cases.

We also fit specialty lenses after corneal transplant, refractive surgery (LASIK, PRK, RK) and corneal cross-linking.

Your Keratoconus Visit

1. Corneal evaluation: We map the shape of your cornea using advanced diagnostic equipment.
2. Personal consultation: Dr. Shily explains your results and your lens options.
3. Custom lens design: We design lenses for the exact shape of your eyes.
4. Fitting and training: You’ll learn how to put in, remove and care for your lenses.
5. Follow-up care: We check your fit and vision and adjust the lenses as needed.

Working With Your Corneal Surgeon

Keratoconus care often involves a team. When appropriate, we coordinate with corneal specialists in the Los Angeles area for treatments such as corneal cross-linking or corneal transplant. We also fit specialty lenses afterward. Doctors can refer patients to us directly.

Insurance and Medically Necessary Contact Lenses

For many keratoconus patients, specialty contact lenses are considered medically necessary contact lenses. This can make them eligible for coverage under some vision or medical insurance plans. Coverage varies by plan. Our staff will help review your benefits before your fitting. Call (310) 271-3937 for insurance questions.

Can’t Wait to See the World Clearly?