Sclera Lenses | What are Scleral Contact Lenses?

Ever wondered what are Sclera Lenses? In this video, watch as Damon Ezekiel shares what they are. You'll learn why Tom Cruise used Scleral Lenses in the movie- Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation
Questions include:
What are Scleral Lenses?
Why did Tom Cruise wear them in the movie Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation?
What are Scleral Lenses often used for?
Are Corneal (RGP) or Scleral Lenses best?
How long do Scleral Lenses normally last?
What type of liquid sits behind a Scleral Lens?
Can you sleep in Scleral Lenses?
How long does it take to get Scleral Lenses?
How do I book an appointment?
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In this video, watch as Damon Ezekiel talks about Hard Contact Lenses, also known as RGP contact lenses.
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Who is Damon Ezekiel?
Damon Ezekiel is Principal Optometrist and owner of Ezekiel Eyes in Nedlands (Perth, Australia).
Damon is a contact lens consultant to research organisations and lectures and conducts workshops in contact lens practice. Damon fits all types of hard contact lenses, including:
Rigid permeable contact lenses
Orthokeratology lenses
Scleral lenses and
Soft contact lenses, including bifocal, multi-focal and cosmetic contact lenses.
Damon undertakes voluntary work in Vietnam and Cambodia on behalf of eye charity Sight For All.
Damon’s father, Don Ezekiel, Member of the Order of Australia, contact lens inventor and now retired Perth optometrist was awarded the Herschel Medal in 2005. Don invented and produced the world’s first gas permeable scleral contact lens.
Damon was elected President of the International Society of Contact Lens Specialists (ISCLS) in October 2018. This means more knowledge to make your contact lenses better.
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[@ezekieleyes4550]

What type of hard contact lenses do you wear?

[@gerardorodriguez9740]

Ezekiel Eyes what’s the difference between hard contact lenses the smaller ones that lay on the cornea

[@ezekieleyes4550]

@@gerardorodriguez9740 Thanks for your question! The smaller lenses, sometimes known as RGP lenses or corneal lenses, lay on the cornea. Hard contact lenses include these, but also larger lenses (e.g. miniscleral and scleral lenses). Usually, we aim to fit the smaller lenses first, and then fit the larger lenses if needed. Does this make sense?

[@gerardorodriguez9740]

Ezekiel Eyes I have keratoconus and I need to use the hard contact lenses, so I wold be able to use either or?

[@ezekieleyes4550]

Gerardo Rodriguez Yes, you may be able to wear RGP/corneal lenses, miniscleral lenses or scleral lenses for Keratoconus. Each of these types ‘smoothes’ our the surface of your eye, thanks to the normal tear layer over your eyes. Here’s more info at:

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[@liamd967]

Why aren't they for everyone? Are some people unsuitable for scleral lenses, and if so why?

[@ezekieleyes4550]

Hi Liam, Scleral Lenses are a great option because they give a new surface for the front of the eye. They are great for any distortion of the front of the eye. They give a comfortable micro-environment with tears over the cornea too. However, Scleral Lenses may not be right for you if you have a small eye socket. They are relatively large lenses- some people with small eyes may find them hard to put in and out. Scleral lenses are also a bigger investment than corneal rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses. For other people, Scleral lenses can give great comfort and eyesight. If you want to book an appointment, feel free to tap on the link in the Description near this video. All the best!

[@JavidShah_RD]

Hello. I'm a 35 year's old Keratoconus patient. I've have Keratoconus in both eyes, one worse than the other. Since I needed to see better to do my tasks, I went to fit GP contact lenses and Scleral lenses both, but the doctors couldn't fit the right lenses for me. In fact I see the results with GP lenses and Sclerals were worse then my glasses (the result was more blurry and with multiple vision with some shades around objects). Why this happens? May I have any chance with GPs or Sclerals at all?

[@ezekieleyes4550]

Hi Xum, We'd love to help you improve your eyesight. Please email [e-mail] and we can suggest a local expert. Kind regards, Ezekiel Eyes Team

[@momiji6287]

Is it suitable for someone with a cornea with 369 thickness and had a cross linking surgery?

[@cayman9815]

hello Sir how many hours a day can you use these lenses? same as soft lenses from early morning till night, or not ? can the eye still breath behind this big lens? any negatives or only positive news ? thank you

[@ezekieleyes4550]

Hi GT86 Thank you for your enquiry. All contact lenses wearing times vary depending on the person and their personal situation/environment/health issues. I have some patients wear their contact lenses all day and some only 8 hours. This is for soft, corneal rigid and scleral lenses. The lens material in the scleral lenses is a very healthy material that does breathe. There are pros and cons with all contact lenses and this is a conversation that needs to take place with the patient and understanding the individually of that patient. I hope this helps. Kind regards, The Ezekiel Eyes Team.

[@cayman9815]

Ezekiel Eyes thank you for reply I learned that this tick big lens still breathe (although difficult to believe when compared to soft daily lenses which are so thin .. ?) Regards

[@MikeBMW]

@@cayman9815 I wear my sclerals for 16 hours at times. No issues.

[@liamd967]

I have -18D in power and am wondering if these lenses would be a possible route to pursue when searching for contact lenses?

[@ezekieleyes4550]

Hi Liam, the great thing about scleral lenses is that they are customised for your eyes. There are almost unlimited powers available. -18D shouldn't be a problem. Feel free to give us a call to chat more about Scleral Lenses (see the Description near this video). Cheers!

[@ahmarsohaib1325]

What is recovery time of keratoconus through scleral lenses?

[@hsabzevari1]

Thanks a lot for the info. My eyes get red with a specific brand of scleral lenses. Another brand does not cause red eyes but provides blurry vision. Can the lenses material cause a kind of allergic reaction or can it be the solution which cause redness?

[@ezekieleyes4550]

Hi Kia, It is very unusual to have a reaction to the material of the gas permeable materials. It could be the solution you are using? I think you next step is to be evaluated and look at what your options are. Where do you live and hopefully I can recommend someone for you to consult with? All the best.

[@hsabzevari1]

@@ezekieleyes4550 Thanks for the kind reply. I changed my solution to Bausch & Lomb recently. It seemed a bit soother but not as was expected. I am now living in Europe (Belgium/Netherlands).

[@sam5605]

Sir your thoughts on ortho k after icl procedure? Would the ortho k lens be pressing too hard against the cornea and causing my cornea to touch the icl lens and result in endothelial cell loss?

[@ezekieleyes4550]

Hi Sam Many thanks for your question. The molding effects of orthok lenses is very minimal and effects the anterior portion of the conrea. I do not know of any endothelial loss from orthok lenses and implantable contact lenses Of course we are all individuals and close inspection of your eyes by your eyecare practitioner and continual monitoring is crucial for all patients. I hope this helps. Cheers Damon

[@ahmarsohaib1325]

Can scleral lenses permanently cure keratoconus

[@josecavazos1869]

This scleral lenses make my eyes extremely red.

[@loredanaxhafa6585]

nno

[@NoName-jo4cm]

Dont waste your money or time