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Scleral Lenses: Breaking Barriers for Sjogren's Syndrome

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Understanding Sjogren's Syndrome: An Autoimmune Condition

Sjogren's syndrome is an intricate autoimmune condition that launches an immune system attack on the body's own moisture-producing glands. While it can affect multiple organ systems, it commonly impacts the eyes and mouth.

The result? Persistent dryness in these crucial areas causes not only daily discomfort but also a host of potential complications, with the eyes being particularly vulnerable to its effects.

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Sjogren’s Impact on Daily Life

Living with Sjogren's syndrome is akin to waging a daily battle against one's own body. The dryness experienced in the eyes and mouth causes constant discomfort, affecting every facet of life.

Dry Eyes: The absence of tears leads to a gritty, burning sensation, making simple tasks like reading or blinking painful. Over time, it can damage the cornea — the eye's clear front surface.

Dry Mouth: Beyond affecting the enjoyment of food and drink, a dry mouth can hinder speech, alter taste, and trigger recurrent mouth infections. Saliva plays a crucial role in digestion and dental health, and its absence has far-reaching consequences.


How Scleral Lenses Counter Sjogren's Syndrome

Sjogren's disease can significantly affect the eyes, leading to persistent dryness, discomfort, and potential complications. Traditional approaches to vision correction, such as glasses or standard contact lenses, often don’t provide relief and can exacerbate symptoms. This is where scleral lenses offer a groundbreaking solution.

The unique design of scleral lenses allows them to arch over the cornea, forming a space that is filled with saline solution. This maintains ocular moisture and acts as a protective shield.

Scleral lenses are tailored to fit individuals’ eyes, ensuring optimal comfort and effectiveness. Think of it as wearing a perfectly tailored suit for your eyes, designed to match their unique contours.

Here are four compelling reasons why individuals with Sjogren's disease find relief and comfort with scleral lenses:

  • Increased Moisture

    Scleral lenses cover a greater portion of the eye's surface. This design ensures that the eye remains in a moisture-rich environment throughout the day, alleviating dryness and discomfort.

  • Optimal Comfort

    Scleral lenses provide superior comfort due to their unique design. They vault over the cornea, avoiding direct contact with sensitive areas of the eye.

  • Consistent Clarity

    Unlike traditional lenses, scleral lenses offer consistent vision clarity. Dry eyes can cause fluctuations in vision, but scleral lenses help maintain stable and clear eyesight.

  • Protection and Relief

    Scleral lenses act as a protective barrier, shielding the eyes from external irritants and reducing the need for excessive blinking or eye rubbing.


How Can I Get Scleral Lenses for My Sjogren's Syndrome?

Getting scleral lenses for Sjogren's syndrome is a journey toward comfort and an enhanced quality of life.

  • Step 1: Consultation with an Expert

    Begin your journey with a consultation with a scleral lens expert who will evaluate your symptoms, assess your specific needs, and determine if scleral lenses are the right option.

  • Step 2: Custom Fitting

    Scleral lenses are not one-size-fits-all; they are tailored to fit your eyes perfectly. Advanced technology takes precise measurements and maps your eye's surface.

  • Step 3: Trial and Adjustment

    Fitting scleral lenses is an iterative process that involves trying on a trial pair for assessment, with adjustments made to achieve optimal comfort.

  • Step 4: Training and Education

    Wearing scleral lenses requires training in insertion and removal and proper care and maintenance to ensure their longevity and effectiveness.

  • Step 5: Ongoing Care and Monitoring

    Scleral lenses require ongoing care and monitoring through regular appointments with your eye doctor to ensure they continue to fit well and meet your needs. At Northeast Eye Care Of Hugo, we support you on your journey to relief and comfort.

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- Dec. 09, 2024
Polite, professional, and friendly.
- Oct. 21, 2024
Top notch customer service! Becky was a true gem in helping me to pick out new glasses.
- Oct. 04, 2024
This is a friendly, caring eye clinic.
- Sep. 19, 2024
What a great experience for a first timer. You definitely have a lot of frames to choose from. I was... explained every step, and they took their time with me, I needed that.Thank you to the staff, for making me feel comfortable.
- Aug. 06, 2024
Very good service and dialogue with the Doctor and Staff members! Thanks
- Jun. 13, 2024
Love the friendly and kind staff.
- May. 21, 2024
Dr. Toler is very nice, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. My kids loved her as well. Overall, ever... yone we interacted with was kind.
- Apr. 29, 2024
Northeast Eye Care is an excellent place to get your eyes examined and get glasses. Every person th... ere is professional, caring, and exudes an energy that they really enjoy the job and the people they serve.
- Apr. 23, 2024
Best eye clinic with very knowledgeable doctors and staff.
- Apr. 19, 2024
The staff was Very friendly and through with all aspects of the appointment.
- Apr. 13, 2024
Staff is very helpful and kind. Very inviting atmosphere.
- Apr. 04, 2024
I could not ask for a better experience at NE Eye Care
- Mar. 12, 2024
Friendly, professional staff - thorough eye exam and questions welcomed and answered.
- Mar. 02, 2024
Everyone I encountered was friendly and efficient! Not having to put eye drops in to dilate your eye... s was definitely a bonus!
- Feb. 22, 2024
Everything from start to finish was done very thoughtfully. All the staff was warm and welcoming.
- Jan. 30, 2024
Highly recommend. The doctor and assistant were both kind and professional. The appointment was quic... k and to the point. The doctor discussed concerns and explained possible treatment or issues thoroughly .
- Jan. 14, 2024
When finding frames, she brought over 10-15 until I found the right one. So very helpful & seemed to... really enjoy it. I think her name was Becky. THANK YOU SO MUCH!
- Dec. 03, 2023
If you need glasses or contacts this is the place to go to.
- Nov. 25, 2023
Great people, great service!
- Oct. 19, 2023
Dr was great, but waited 25 minutes to be seen and felt like a disposable patient as front desk was ... not very attentive. If not for the wonderful care of the Dr I would not return.

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Experience Relief with Scleral Lenses from Northeast Eye Care Of Hugo

Scleral lenses have the potential to provide significant relief and comfort for individuals dealing with the challenges of Sjogren's disease. 

If you or a loved one has Sjogren's disease and is interested in exploring the benefits of scleral lenses, schedule a consultation with Northeast Eye Care Of Hugo today. Your journey to relief and visual comfort begins here.

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