At Eye Concern, we’re dedicated to turning life’s challenges into opportunities for transformation. By using scleral shells, we help you look beyond the surface of eye loss. We help you see a path toward regained confidence and independence.
Our scleral shells fit seamlessly, providing a solution to enhance your life.
What is a Scleral Shell?
A scleral shell is a thin prosthetic eye device designed to fit over an existing eye that may be discolored or disfigured. Crafted by board-certified ocularists, it functions as an ocular prosthesis and is carefully hand-painted to match the appearance of your natural eye.
How a Scleral Shell Works
At Eye Concern, our fitting technique ensures a scleral shell that feels just right. We carefully measure/duplicate the surface of the living eye to provide an optimal fit.
The scleral shell prosthesis is designed to conform to the contours of your living eye. This provides comfort similar to wearing a contact lens.
With careful color matching and intricate hand-painting, we create a prosthesis that matches your natural eye so accurately, that in most cases it’s virtually indistinguishable. It’s not just about making a scleral shell that fits. It’s about crafting a piece of art that reflects the real you.
The Benefits of a Scleral Shell
There are plenty of advantages to getting a scleral shell. These are a few that you’ll experience:
- Comfortable wear: Unlike contact lenses, the scleral shell is designed to cover the entire anterior surface of the globe (“eyeball”), offering maximum comfort for extended wearing time… in most cases, 24-7!
- Visual harmony: With our carefully fitted and painted scleral lenses, we ensure cosmetic matching that offers visual harmony to enhance your appearance.
- Improved confidence: A well-crafted scleral shell can boost your self-confidence, making you feel like yourself again.
- Protective cover: A scleral shell serves as a protective cover for a discolored or disfigured eye, shielding it from further environmental damage.
Is a Scleral Shell Right for You?
Deciding if a scleral shell is right for you involves considering your unique circumstances and needs. Scleral shells are ideal for individuals with an existing eye that may not see but still maintains some structure.
If you have a discolored or disfigured eye and desire a more natural look, a scleral shell could be an excellent solution.
The Eye Concern Approach to Scleral Shells
At Eye Concern, we believe in the power of personalization. Our board-certified ocularists work with you to understand your needs and create a scleral shell that is customized to those needs just for you.
We’re not just crafting ocular prosthetics. We’re helping you rediscover the confidence and comfort you deserve. Our approach involves meticulous fitting, detailed hand-painting, and a patient-focused environment that makes you feel valued.
Your First Scleral Shell Appointment: What to Expect
When you walk into Eye Concern for your first scleral shell appointment you can expect warmth, understanding, and professionalism. We’ll discuss your specific needs, complete an examination, and should you decide to move forward, set appointments to begin the process of fitting your scleral shell.
From designing the shell for an optimal fit to color matching and ensuring visual harmony, we are with you every step of the way.
Fitting Scleral Shells for Children
We understand the unique needs and considerations when fitting scleral shells for children. The process is gentle and done over time. This ensures the young patient’s comfort and promotes the growth and development of the eye socket.
Our ocular prosthetics specialists are trained to work with children, ensuring that as much as possible, they are at ease during the entire process.
Trust Eye Concern for Your Scleral Shell
Choosing to get a scleral shell can be life changing. It’s not just about restoring a natural look but also regaining your confidence. At Eye Concern, we ensure the journey towards this transformation is as comfortable and effective as possible.
Our board-certified ocularists are here to guide you every step of the way, ready to answer any questions and ease any concerns you may have. Ready to take the first step? Contact us today!
