Contact lenses are a great alternative to glasses if you have nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism (refractive errors). There are also contact lenses that can help heal damaged corneas and treat conditions such as dry eye or keratoconus (weakened corneal tissue that begins to bulge into a cone shape). When diagnosing patients with these types of vision conditions, our optometrists and ophthalmologists take time to explain what is happening to their vision and how specialty contact lenses can help. Specific prescription information can then be shared with our optometrists who can fill the order and provide contact lens fittings so the lenses are comfortable and effective.

At Skyline Vision Clinic & Laser Center, in addition to soft contact lenses, we are proud to offer patients the following specialty options at our offices in Colorado Springs and Cañon City:

• Rigid, gas permeable lenses that hold their shape on an irregularly shaped cornea
• Scleral lenses that are larger in diameter to vault and protect the cornea for conditions such as keratoconus, corneal transplants, severe dry eye and other corneal pathology or dystrophies 
• Hybrid lenses that are also larger in diameter but contain both a rigid, gas permeable center and a soft silicone hydrogel peripheral zone so they are more comfortable
• Bifocal or multifocal lenses for people who have refractive errors as well as presbyopia (the stiffening of the eye lenses that makes it difficult to see things clearly up-close)
• Toric lenses to treat astigmatism

• Lenses for severe dry eye that can keep the eyes hydrated
• And more

Some of these options are available as daily disposable lenses or extended wear lenses.

Our team would be happy to assess your eye health and make recommendations on the best types of contact lenses to improve your vision. Contact us today to schedule an eye exam in Colorado Springs or Cañon City.