Your eyes are uniquely shaped, and your vision needs are just as individual. While standard contact lenses work well for many patients, they aren’t always the best solution for those with irregular corneas, complex prescriptions, or specific eye health conditions. At Gregg Family Eye Care, our eye doctor in Secane, PA uses advanced technology and precise measurements to design custom specialty contact lenses that are tailored specifically to your eyes.

Why Eye Shape Matters More Than You Think

The surface of your eye is incredibly complex. While standard soft contact lenses work well for many people, they’re designed for “average” corneas. If your eyes fall outside that average - due to conditions like astigmatism, keratoconus, post-surgical changes, or dry eye - traditional lenses may feel uncomfortable or fail to provide sharp vision. That’s where specialty contact lenses come in. These lenses are custom-designed to match the exact contours of your eye, ensuring proper alignment, stability, and oxygen flow.

Advanced Eye Mapping and Measurements

Designing custom specialty lenses starts with precision diagnostics. During your exam, your eye doctor in Secane, PA uses advanced tools such as:

• Corneal topography to create a detailed 3D map of your cornea

• Wavefront analysis to detect subtle visual distortions

• Tear film evaluation to assess dryness and lens compatibility

These measurements go far beyond a standard eye exam. They allow your doctor to understand not just your prescription, but how light actually travels through your eye.

Identifying the Right Specialty Lens Type

Not all specialty lenses are the same. Based on your eye shape and vision needs, your doctor may recommend:

• Scleral lenses, which vault over the cornea and rest on the sclera for exceptional comfort

• Hybrid lenses, combining a rigid center with a soft outer ring

• Rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses, offering crisp vision for irregular corneas

• Custom soft lenses, designed for high prescriptions or unique parameters

At Gregg Family Eye Care, we carefully match the lens type to your lifestyle, visual demands, and eye health to ensure the best possible outcome.

Custom Lens Design and Manufacturing

Once your measurements and lens type are determined, your data is sent to specialized laboratories that manufacture lenses with extreme precision - often accurate down to microns. These labs customize:

• Lens diameter

• Base curve

• Power and optical zone

• Edge design for comfort

Fitting, Testing, and Fine-Tuning

After your lenses arrive, you’ll return for a detailed fitting appointment. Your doctor evaluates how the lenses sit on your eyes, how they move when you blink, and how well you see through them. It’s common to make small adjustments to ensure optimal comfort and clarity.

Ongoing Care and Support

Custom specialty lenses are an investment in your vision and eye health. Regular follow-up visits help ensure your lenses continue to fit properly and your eyes remain healthy over time. We partner with you long-term, providing education, maintenance guidance, and ongoing support.

Experience Advanced Contact Lens Care in Secane, PA

Custom specialty contact lenses are designed with precision, expertise, and personalization to deliver life-changing results for patients who need more than standard correction. Through advanced diagnostics, customized design, and expert follow-up, specialty lenses can provide comfort and clarity that truly fit your eyes.

If you’re struggling with uncomfortable contacts, blurry vision, or have been told traditional lenses won’t work for you, Gregg Family Eye Care is here to help. Schedule a consultation to learn more about specialty contact lenses. Visit our office in Secane, Pennsylvania, or call (610) 831-4300 today.