Larissa with Keratoconus treated to amazing 20/20 vision with Scleral Lenses.

Keratoconus has devastated Larissa life for the past 15 years. She finally gets her life back with great vision after receiving scleral lenses from Dr. Sammy Hashemian and Dr. Thanh Mai of Islands Optometry and Insight Vision Center Optometry, respectively. The initial scleral lens fitting was challenging and led to mid-day fogging issues but once she was refit into a custom made scleral lens that was scleral topography guided (sMap3D) she could wear them all day long with no problems.
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Insight Vision Center Optometry offers a full range of optometry and ophthalmology services for both adults and children. We serve the Orange County region of Southern California. We offer services such as primary eye care, optical services, refractive surgery. Our optometrists also hold experience in a few other areas like vision therapy, orthokeratology, and keratoconus. If you are interested in a primary care optometrist or need specialty services, you may reach out by making an appointment or visiting our website. We look forward to meeting you!
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[@firebrozz8923]

I understand how you feel, I went through the same thing right through high school I had this problem since I was 14 you kind of suffer in silence . In the first year of university I dropped out cz I was struggling to see what the tutor was writing on the board even though I had corneal implants I still struggled to see. My confidence plummeted in doing anything. I stopped driving & I still get nervous when I'm out shopping on my own seeing this vid has prompted me into looking at these lenses and seeing a optometrist that I haven't seen one in 10yrs. Hope your living a happy & full life👍

[@unvcht5046]

How did your transplant go? I was looking into it. My left eye is 20/100 and right 20/60

[@noufaln3259]

Lencel aaanooo

[@noufaln3259]

@@unvcht5046 transplant done..

[@raniah4402]

كيف اصبح الحال معك

[@1akaye2]

I've had KC for over 30 years. Started around 1991 when I was 11. Unfortunately I haven't been very proactive in treatment/research, so after exhausting what I was told to be the only treatments available, I got a cornea transplant in 2010 when I was 30. That was the first time in years that I was able to see somewhat clearly with glasses. I didn't have the funds or insurance to properly take care of my KC, so I have just been getting new glasses every few years since the transplant. I recently made some life changes and am in a much better position to get proper treatment, so I just started researching what is available. I am excited to see if I can get better treatment and hopefully switch to contacts. I was told that I couldn't wear them after the transplant, but it sounds like there have been many changes and advancements in the last 13 years. Much of what I have been told since the beginning of this journey has changed. I'm glad to see that people with KC have much better options than I did when I was first diagnosed. I can't imagine how different my life would have been if I could have gotten crosslinking at the beginning.

[@heberfenderful]

So glad I found this, there is still hope ? I'm really not financially ready for a eye surgery!

[@BangChief_AllIsOne]

Neither am I. Gon check into these lenses. Diagnosed in 1992 and have had only 1 rgp synergize lense in My right eye. Left eye straight blurry for more than 3yrs. Godspeed to You. Salute

[@heberfenderful]

@@BangChief_AllIsOne hey I really appreciate that.

[@BangChief_AllIsOne]

@@heberfenderful Salute Bradda

[@unvcht5046]

How much is the surgery

[@1akaye2]

​@@BangChief_AllIsOne we were diagnosed around the same time. I can't believe all the changes since then. I had a transplant done around 2010 and it's still been a pain in the ass since. I pretty much gave up hope since then and just started looking into it again today. I hope they can help me reduce the struggles with KC.

[@sirendralashley3926]

I feel your pain mama I’m glad life is better for you I went through the same thing and the day I got my scleral lenses my life instantly changed for the better it’s truly a blessing. Anyone with this disease go find someone that fits scleral lenses asap your life will change.

[@decembersunita]

I feel you friend. I'm going through all this. I can feel your pain. I'm planning to try scleral lenses. Nothing else is helping me.

[@ms1406]

You can also use gp lenses they had my vision 20/20 but they kept faling out

[@BangChief_AllIsOne]

@@ms1406 You need the rgp lenses with the soft skirt. The only thing that would keep them in My eyes. Salute

[@callumgillan4182]

How did you get on? Currently in the same position and looking to try everything!

[@ionutcristian3199]

I'm in the same position, I wait for NHS to recognise my kera and help me get my lets...hope they will work on me too :)

[@ingridmartinez3839]

I’m so excited to get my scleral lenses

[@Shotbyfame]

Have you gotten them?

[@sirendralashley3926]

Everyone who has this disease find someone who fits scleral lenses there a game changer for vision. I was a 20/80 with glasses and after I got fitted with my scleral lenses I can see 20/15. Anyone living in New York contact DiNapoli opticians. There really good I got my lenses there.

[@joematters1982]

It’s all good. Let those tears 😭 come out. We are resilient

[@hsabzevari1]

Insight Vision Center Optometry Thanks a lot for sharing the insightful video. I was fine with Scleral lenses for 2 years but after that my lenses lost their moist. In the last few months I have been trying to fit new ones but no success yet. I am very scared since my keratoconus is very advanced. Base on your experience, is any chance that scleral lenses cannot work anymore for some eyes? Or, I have to look for a new optometrist? Thanks in advance!

[@Insightvisionoc]

Hello Kia! We can't say of it will work or not however you may want a second opinion from an experienced scleral lens doctor. sclerallens.org/find-fitter/ is a great resource to find those who are Fellows of the Scleral Lens Society who have demonstrated expertise in this area. Try to find one in your area... and if you are in Southern California absolutely we'd love to see you!

[@ameermadrid9684]

She made me cry 💔

[@oldmanbacala5571]

How is Your Depth Perception? I play Sports and I always wanted to now if they effect that.

[@mithunjr10]

My current vision •Left eye 6/6 • Right eye bcva 6/15.......so can I get back my old vision by wearing these scleral lenses..... please reply 😭🤦‍♂️

[@brano6333]

Hey I love your story! Iv had Keratoconus for 17 years now and iv been wearing piggyback lenses (soft&hard) for well over 15 years, I’m starting to get a lot of trouble with protein build up and ware time.Im searching for a new lens. Are these lenses any better? Thanks

[@Insightvisionoc]

Hi Brano! Every case is unique as you know. We will say that for most new patients with keratoconus we meet we are now fitting more scleral lens designs than piggyback design (Soft lens with a hard on top as you mentioned). However, the only way to know is to consult your eye doctor and have a discussion and potentially a trial fitting. If you are ever in our area we could certainly let you know! (we are in Costa Mesa, California).

[@brano6333]

Thank you very much for the advise. I wish I was in your area but I’m from England😂

[@BangChief_AllIsOne]

I've felt Your pain for almost 30yrs now. Godspeed. Salute

[@irfaanakoob4844]

Good day Will scleral lenses help with night vision halos and starbursts? I have done all operations for kerataconus but my night vision is still very bad Even though I wear glasses

[@Yol805]

@Irfaan Akoob Yes scleral lenses help with night vision. I just got my lenses about 2 weeks ago. I have 20/25 vision. I suffered so long. It started in my mid 20’s and I am 59 years old. I can drive at night. I can see clearly. I had a cornea transplant year ago. Didn’t help much. Eyeglasses didn’t help. I prayed to God to restore my vision. I went many doctors. I was introduced to Broward Eye Care by another Dr. I don’t want to ramble on scleral lenses work. I wanted to let you know if you are in the US medical insurance cover the lenses because it a medical condition. My lenses costed 2600 dollars. Only thing I paid was 55 dollars

[@1akaye2]

​@@Yol805your situation gives me hope. Sounds similar to mine, except I'm a tad younger @ 43 years old. However, I was diagnosed when I was very young. Can't remember exactly when but it was somewhere around 10 years old. Had a transplant done in 2010 and I pretty much gave up on it since then. I have just been struggling with new glasses every 2 to 3 years and not being able to see very well. I just started looking today to see what has changed since then and I can't believe all the new treatments available. Lot's of changes since the late 80's early 90's that's for sure. I'm hoping I can finally get some help and some relief. Sick of wearing glasses, sick of headaches, sick of feeling like theres constantly something in my eyes, sick of not being able to see well at night.

[@DeadlyRevenged]

What do you think about prk in subclinical keratoconus?

[@matiolamahammedi5940]

could you please tell us how much these special lenses cost for a pair?

[@Shotbyfame]

I live in Ga and was quoted $1000 per lens with $1300 fitting and follow exams fee

[@kevinalmaraz9657]

$900 for lens $600 for fitting and $300 for exam/consultation

[@josecavazos1869]

I totally wish I could wear lenses but im lens intolerant.

[@gomgomdarwin7577]

About $1500

[@sassoscrib]

These lenses are Beyond comfortable. sometimes I forget I have them on.

[@emk1911]

I have my scleral lenses for a few days now but i still see a shadow above. If i force my eyes a little bit it disappears. I study med school but I dont know if i can finish it because of my vision. Can the shadow above disappear? Is it just that the lens need to be remake? I hope you see this and help me docter its so depressing. I just want to be able to read without seeing the shadow above.

[@nirajanpokhrel5354]

Did you complete your med school? I am starting mine with keratoconus. How will mine go😶 ?

[@ayli04]

Hey I have same dream with keratoconnus 🤕

[@Matowix]

But after 5 days of wearing them she will want to rip her eyes out. She's crying cause it's like having sand in your eyes.

[@scoopypoop]

She's pretty 👍

[@scoopypoop]

I have this condition and two of my brothers have it, bloody disease skipped a generation, unlucky us. IT IS A CURSE..

[@unvcht5046]

It is man. I’m suffering with it too