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How to Insert & Care for Your Scleral Lenses

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Scleral Lenses Candidates

Navigating the world of scleral lenses is vital in ensuring your eye health and optimal vision. At Bella Optical, we are committed to providing thorough training to help you effectively insert, remove, and maintain your scleral lenses. Below is a comprehensive guide designed to make your scleral lens experience seamless.

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Inserting Scleral Lenses

1. Clean Hands: The process begins with a thorough hand washing. Use mild soap and a lint-free towel to dry your hands. This step is essential to prevent tiny fibers or contaminants from adhering to your lenses.

2. Eye Examination: Before inserting your lenses, examining your eyes for any redness or secretions is essential. If you experience any discomfort or changes in vision while wearing scleral lenses, don't hesitate to reach out to our office to schedule an eye exam.

3. Follow Professional Guidance: The experienced scleral lens team at Bella Optical will provide specific instructions on the best insertion techniques during your visit to our clinic. Here's a general guideline:

  • Place a mirror flat on the table in front of you.
  • Examine the cleaned lens for any debris or cloudiness by holding it against the light.
  • Fill the lens bowl with your saline solution.
  • You can use your fingers or a specialized inserter tool for lens insertion. If you opt for using your fingers, the tripod method (employing two or three fingers) ensures stability and a flat lens placement on your eye.
  • Focus your gaze downward into the mirror, use one hand to hold your eyelids open, and gently insert the lens into your eye using your other hand. When you feel the saline against your eye’s surface, gently press and release. The lens will adhere  to your eye. Repeat the same process for the second lens.

If you experience discomfort, it could be due to an air bubble trapped beneath the lens surface. In such cases, remove the lens and reinsert it following the guidelines.


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Tips for Removing Scleral Lenses

Clean Hands: After thoroughly washing your hands, look straight ahead. There are two methods for removing scleral lenses:

  1. Using Your Fingers: Gently press on your eye and pull the lens upward and out.
  2. Using a Plunger: Attach the plunger to the lower third of the lens, gently press on your eye, and then pull the lens upward and out. With practice, lens removal will become natural and effortless.

General Tips for Scleral Contact Lens Care

Scleral contact lenses are an innovative solution for various eye conditions, but their maintenance is crucial for your eye health and visual comfort. Here are some essential tips to ensure proper care:

Follow Your Optometrist's Instructions: Abide by your eye care professional's recommendations for lens cleaning, disinfecting, and storage solutions.

Proper Lens Insertion: When inserting lenses, ensure they are debris-free.

Adequate Lubrication: Use lubricating eye drops or preservative-free artificial tears to maintain eye moisture while wearing scleral lenses.

Regular Cleaning: Clean your lenses daily with the prescribed cleaning solutions. Rub and rinse them to remove any debris or deposits.

Regular Check-ups: Schedule routine follow-up appointments with Bella Optical to monitor your eye health and lens fit.

Hydrogen Peroxide Care: If you use a hydrogen peroxide-based cleaning system, ensure the lenses soak for the recommended duration before insertion.

Minimize Water Exposure: Avoid exposing your lenses to water, including swimming or showering while wearing them.

Avoid Overwearing: Stick to the recommended wearing time, especially if you're new to scleral lenses. Follow your optometrist's instructions for gradually increasing wear.

Replace Accessories: Replace your lens case regularly and follow care instructions to avoid contamination.

Emergency Removal Kit: Keep a lens removal kit with a plunger, spare lenses, and necessary accessories for unexpected situations.

Cleanliness: Maintain a clean lens storage case. Rinse it with saline and leave it open to air dry during the day.

Travel Precautions: When traveling, ensure you have all the necessary lens care items and spare lenses, and follow security regulations for carrying liquids.

Never Use Tap Water: Always avoid rinsing your lenses with tap water to avoid dangerous pathogens that can cause corneal ulceration leading to permanent vision loss.  

Proper care and maintenance of your scleral lenses are essential to ensure a safe and comfortable experience. Always follow your optometrist's guidance for the best practices tailored to your needs.

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- Mar. 13, 2025
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- Mar. 12, 2025
They take care of you like family. Always courteous and respectful to your time
- Mar. 07, 2025
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- Mar. 06, 2025
Bella Optical has been my provider of choice for over a decade. They have a very unique office, alm... ost like a home, with the largest display of designer glasses that exist! The place is very well run, immaculate and they will always send reminders of when your next examination is due. Special thanks to Cheryl who has been there for years and taken great care of me. Always itemizing the costs before I schedule an appointment she understands a busy client needs that reassurance. She always researches the benefits you have and knows how to apply them correctly. And they always provide instructions on how to get your rebate! When you schedule a time to be seen you will be seen then, no waiting around endlessly. And no matter how busy they are I've never seen the staff anything less than calm and friendly. Thank you all!
- Feb. 28, 2025
Always such great customer service.
- Feb. 24, 2025
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- Feb. 06, 2025
Very kind and professional staff and the dr is awesome
- Feb. 05, 2025
I love Bella Opical. I have been comingto them.for years. Dr. Lee is very sweet and kind. She takes ... her time with you and if you have any questions or concerns she will answer them to the best of her ability. Cheryl is also amazing. She is so sweet and kind. All the staff I have encounter have been amazing. I highly recommend this place. 10 out of 10.
- Jan. 14, 2025
Been going to Bella Optical for years. The staff is great and very helpful!
- Nov. 14, 2024
I use a wheelchair. The help and attention I was given was outstanding.
- Nov. 13, 2024
Dr. Lee and the entire staff team spent valuable time with me and invested into my vision. With kind... ness and respect, they worked with me to get the vision requirements I needed for my career. I didn't feel like a number but a valued individual. I'm thankful the their time and appreciative of their ethics.
- Nov. 11, 2024
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- Oct. 18, 2024
Literally the best experience I’ve had while seeing a doctor. The staff was so nice and helpful an... d Dr. Lee was literally awesome. She was very patient and understanding as she completed my check up. Also shoutout to Cheryl, she was so kind and patient throughout my entire time there and also took the time to discuss my insurance and payment options. I highly recommend this clinic for your eye care needs.
- Oct. 13, 2024
Dr. Amir is very professional and explains everything about your eye exam in detail. He is very hon... est with his patients and keeps it real. His staff is very friendly and willing to help you in any way. I have been seeing Dr. Amir for years and am very pleased with his and his staff’s professionalism and service!
- Oct. 03, 2024
Been coming here for years, I would not go anywhere else!
- Sep. 28, 2024
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- Sep. 23, 2024
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- Sep. 14, 2024
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- Sep. 05, 2024
Bella Optical staff is cheerful and professional. I have never felt rushed at any time during my app... ointments. Both Dr. Amir and Dr Cummings are thoughtful, thorough and friendly. I love that there is also a large selection of nice eyeglass frames. 2024 is my sixth annual visit, I highly recommend Bella Optical.

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