Vision Therapy in West Chester

Scleral Lenses: A Revolution in Dry Eye Management

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Experience Lasting Relief from Dry Eyes

Dry eye syndrome can be more than just a minor inconvenience. For many individuals, it's a daily struggle that affects their quality of life. If you've been living with the discomfort of dry, irritated eyes, it's time to explore a revolutionary solution — scleral lenses.

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The Impact of Dry Eye

Experiencing dry eye symptoms can greatly affect your daily life and overall health. These symptoms can disrupt your work, hobbies, and even your ability to carry out everyday tasks comfortably.

Common signs include persistent dryness, itching, redness, and blurred vision. If you experience increased sensitivity to light and a constant feeling of foreign objects in your eyes, you might suffer from dry eye syndrome.

Ignoring dry eye symptoms can lead to worsening discomfort and potential complications. Chronic dry eye can damage the eye's surface and increase the risk of eye infections. It’s vital to seek professional guidance if you experience any of these symptoms.


Scleral Lenses vs. Traditional Dry Eye Treatments

The treatment landscape for dry eye syndrome (DES) has evolved significantly, going far beyond traditional methods like artificial tears and punctal plugs. While these conventional treatments provide temporary symptom relief, they do not address the underlying pathology or offer long-term solutions. The current standard in DES management involves a more holistic approach, emphasizing healing of the ocular surface and improved gland function.

This modern approach to DES includes prescription medications that enhance tear quality and quantity alongside mechanical lid treatments to stimulate meibomian gland function. These methods aim to alleviate symptoms and heal the ocular surface, providing long-term comfort and eye health.

Scleral lenses are a part of this advanced treatment spectrum. Unlike traditional methods, these lenses offer more than just symptomatic relief. Custom-designed to cover the entire corneal surface, they create a continuous tear reservoir, providing sustained hydration and protection. This approach addresses the immediate discomfort and the root causes of DES, making scleral lenses an effective option for comprehensive dry eye management.

These specialized contact lenses offer several advantages over traditional treatments:

  • Maximum Moisture

    Scleral lenses are larger and vault over the cornea, creating a saline reservoir that constantly bathes the eye, providing unparalleled comfort. 

  • Stable and Secure

    Scleral lenses provide a secure and stable fit by being custom-fitted to your unique eye shape, avoiding irritation caused by movement.

  • Reduced Friction

    Dry eyes are more susceptible to irritation from the mechanical friction of blinking. Scleral lenses reduce this friction, giving you clear vision without distractions.

  • Long-Lasting Relief

    Whether working long hours or enjoying outdoor activities, these lenses provide extended wear and lasting relief from dry eye symptoms.

Patient Reviews
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- Jun. 05, 2024
Dr. Reto is absolutely top notch. One of the most confidence-inspiring doctors I've known.
- Mar. 14, 2024
This is a great practice. Excellent care and customer service. Everyone is so professional and nice... .
- Mar. 11, 2024
The professionals at Clompus Reto and Halscheid have always been top notch. I appreciate the thorou... gh exams and honest conversations regarding eye care and general health.
- Jan. 24, 2024
Dr. Halscheid and staff are truly awesome. Highly recommend.
- Jan. 20, 2024
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- Jan. 11, 2024
Dr. Reto is wonderful. We've been going to him for years.
- Dec. 12, 2023
Professional and polite service A to Z.....would not hesitate to recommend to friends and family.
- Nov. 28, 2023
I have been very pleased for many years for the expert care Dr. Reto and his staff have provided to ... keep my vision crisp and clear, including recommendations for cataract surgery. Thank you.
- Nov. 21, 2023
Best eye care in Pa !!
- Nov. 01, 2023
CRH Vision Associates is such a great practice. Everyone in the office is pleasant & helpful. And do... n’t get me started on Dr. Reto! He is the nicest, most cheerful doctor I know! And, he knows his stuff! I came in w/a detached retina & he diagnosed it and got me in to see the retinologist w/in the hour. He saved my eyesight!!
- Oct. 12, 2023
Dr. Lehman is incredibly expert, thorough, and kind. Would highly recommend!
- Oct. 11, 2023
Everyone here is helpful, courteous, and respectful. It is a clean environment with a beautiful arra... y of eyeglass frame selections.
- Sep. 14, 2023
Kudos to Dr Lehman and everyone in the office with whom I interacted. I was seen both quickly and t... horoughly. All of my questions were answered and I was treated with kindness. Highly recommend!
- Aug. 30, 2023
As always Dr. Reto and the entire team were caring and professional. I don’t have the words to des... cribe my good fortune of being part of their practice. BRAVO
- Jul. 27, 2023
This is the friendliest doctors offices I have ever been to. Everyone from the check in to check out... is wonderful. I also get my glasses there and they are excellent too. Dr. Reto is the best and spends as much time with you as you need. I wouldn’t go anywhere else.
- Jul. 19, 2023
The entire staff is great. I highly recommend them. Lindsay in the Optical department is the best.
- Jun. 24, 2023
I had a great experience on my recent visit. Everyone was friendly. There was no waiting. Highly rec... ommend this practice.
- Jun. 07, 2023
I had a great experience at my yearly visit with Dr. Halscheid. He is very thorough and kind and I h... ave been seeing him and coming to this practice for 20 years. I recommend this practice to everyone!
- Jun. 03, 2023
The staff was extremely helpful in every possible way. Everyone I spoke with was so nice, and Dr. Ha... lscheid is an absolute gem. One even looked for ways to save me money on new glasses!
- Jun. 01, 2023
I was very pleased with my first appointment. Dr. Halscheid is thorough, professional, with a genuin... e interest in his patients. The entire staff follows his lead and is courteous and helpful.

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Scleral Lenses in West Chester

Our optometry practice in West Chester

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 12:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • Aetna
  • Davis Vision
  • EyeMed
  • VBA
  • VSP
  • BCBS Federal Employee Program
  • United Healthcare
  • Keystone 65
  • Medicare

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Get Your Scleral Lenses from Clompus Reto and Halscheid Vision - West Chester

At Clompus Reto and Halscheid Vision - West Chester, we understand the impact of dry eye symptoms on your daily life. Our experienced eye care specialists are committed to improving your eye health and comfort.

Contact us to schedule an appointment and explore how scleral lenses can transform your life by providing unparalleled relief from dry eye syndrome. Together, we can enhance your quality of life and well-being.

(610) 696-1368