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General Eye Doctor or Eye Doctor Trained in Fitting Contact Lenses? —Specialty Contacts in Costa Mesa, California

"Hard-To-Fit" Contact Lenses

In the realm of healthcare, there are many conditions that are treated by a specialized doctor, rather than a general practitioner. Eye doctors are no exception. When it comes to certain ocular conditions and complications, the most effective care is delivered by an eye doctor trained in a particular area of eye health. While a general practitioner will usually be familiar with the condition, it's still going to be the eye doctor with special training who has much greater experience and can therefore provide treatments and solutions that stand at the cutting edge of medicine and technology.

Hard-To-Fit Contact Lenses Patients

Individuals, such as people with corneal irregularities or sensitivities, require a custom or specialty contact lens. These “hard-to-fit” contact lens patients, for instance, are not candidates for wearing standard contact lenses and struggle with standard prescription eyeglasses. Fitting these advanced contact lenses requires a contact lens specialist, with the latest corneal imaging and topographic technology. At , our eye doctors are experts at fitting specialized and custom contact lenses in Costa Mesa. 

Are Your Eyes Hard-to-Fit With Contacts?

Do you find wearing contact lenses impossible, or been told that it's impossible? Are regular contacts painful or constantly uncomfortable? You aren't alone. There are many people who fall under that category of "hard-to-fit", whether due to corneal conditions, such as keratoconus, or other problems such as sensitivity or chronic dry eye. All too often, people in this category are incorrectly told that they can’t wear contact lenses. The truth is that most patients can be successfully fitted with specialized contact lenses, which deliver impressive visual clarity and unparalleled comfort.

    Conditions And Complications That Can Make Regular Contacts Unbearable

    • Astigmatism
    • Dry eyes
    • Giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC)
    • Keratoconus
    • Post-refractive surgery like LASIK
    • Corneal irregularity or corneal dystrophy
    • Post-Corneal Transplant

    Any of these problems will typically require advanced eye care beyond the scope of general care optometry.

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    What is an Eye Doctor Trained in Fitting Contact Lenses?

    This type of eye doctor has trained extensively in the techniques and technologies required to create and fit customized contact lenses. At The Scleral Lens and Keratoconus Center at Jeffrey H. Brown, OD, we provide hi-tech contact lens solutions to adults and children. Dr. Jeffrey Brown will assess your contact lens needs and recommend a contact lens solution that provides the comfort, stability, and clarity you need after a quick and comfortable fitting.

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    When Should I See an Eye Doctor for Scleral Lenses?

    If you have any corneal irregularity or visual disorder that prevents the use of regular contact lenses, or for effective non-surgical correction for myopia, schedule a consultation with Dr. Jeffrey Brown. The first step of any treatment is the assessment, which requires specialized diagnostic and digital imaging tools, including the ability to conduct corneal topography and to produce high-resolution corneal imagery. Getting a very detailed mapping of the contours of your eyes will allow us to create a custom-fit contact lens solution for you. The most common specialty contact lens used are Scleral lenses. Ortho-K lenses are typically worn by children for myopia control or adults who want a non-surgical alternative to LASIK.

    Scleral Lenses

    Scleral Lenses—sometimes referred to as ocular surface prostheses—are large-diameter gas-permeable contact lenses that rest on the sclera and create a tear-filled vault over the cornea. The lenses, therefore, sit over an irregular cornea and not on it. Sclerals provides a perfectly smooth optical surface to correct refractive errors with tremendous accuracy while retaining maximum comfort. Scleral lenses are also fixed in place to avoid discomfort and remain in place. These specialized Scleral Contact Lenses are often the ideal solution for patients suffering from:

    • keratoconus
    • chronic dry eyes
    • SjÖgren’s syndrome
    • sensitive eyes
    • corneal ectasia
    • Steven-Johnson syndrome
    • neurotrophic keratitis
    • aniridia
    • microphthalmia
    • higher aberration of the eye
    • pellucid degeneration
    • complications from eye surgery
    • sensitive eyes
    Ortho-K Lenses

    Your contact lens specialist may also recommend the use of Orthokeratology (Ortho-k) lenses for your vision. These are rigid gas permeable contact lenses that you wear overnight. They gently reshape the cornea so that you can enjoy corrected, accurate vision during the day.  Orthokeratology is a safe, effective, and non-surgical alternative to  LASIK or similar surgical procedures. The use of Ortho-k has also been demonstrated to effectively manage the progression of myopia in children.

    The corneal reshaping lenses quality of orthokeratology can be used to correct refractive problems such as near-sightedness, astigmatism, and hyperopia. In some cases, it can also be used to correct for presbyopia as well.

    Meet Our Contact Lens Specialist

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    Gini

    Back Office
    Gini started with us 2 years ago and helps Lidia keep all our many patient charts organized and up to date. She also works with all the frames to make sure they are displayed and arranged in an appealing manor. Her favorite thing to do in the office is helping...
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    Lidia

    Billing Manager
    Lidia has been with us the longest and has helped the office grow to where we are today. She recently had an opportunity to move to Texas but with her remote computer it’s like she still in the back office. She gets all our paperwork done while caring for 4...
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    Carlos

    Office Manager
    Carlos does an amazing job keeping the office running smoothly and making sure all of our patient’s needs are met. He has great organization skills and shows a kind and knowledgeable approach with patients navigating the challenge of finding the perfect pair of glasses. He lives in Huntington Beach with...
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    Vickie

    Back Office
    One of our two longest employed staff – 2005! – Vickie loves helping patients see better and has taught many first time contact wearers the skills to be lifelong successful and comfortable contact users. She lives in Costa Mesa where she enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter and granddaughter....
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    Rie

    Rie started with us August of 2019 and is the first smiling face you will see when you arrive at the office or voice you will hear on the phone. She enjoys greeting each of our patients each day and helping them through their insurance questions. She lives in Fountain...
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    Jeffrey Brown O.D.

    Dr. Brown is a graduate of Southern California College of Optometry and has been in private practice for over 25 years. He is a member of The American and California Optometric Associations, and involved in Sight for Students VSP. Dr. Brown lives in Costa Mesa with his wife, Maria and...
    Serving Patients From

    Costa Mesa | Newport Beach | Santa Ana | Fountain Valley | and the state of California

    If You’re Looking For A Eye Doctor Near Costa Mesa, California, Dr. Jeffrey Brown Of The Scleral Lens and Keratoconus Center at Jeffrey H. Brown, OD Is The Destination.

    Don’t let discomfort or a corneal condition prevent you from having clear, comfortable vision. Contact us to asses and fit you with the contact lens solution you need.

    Call 714-942-0880

    Book Online

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    Costa Mesa | Newport Beach | Santa Ana | Fountain Valley | and the state of California