Keratoconus Lenses and Treatment Colorado Springs
Keratoconus contact lenses are an effective vision treatment aid for Keratoconus, a non-inflammatory condition in which the clear dome of the eye called the cornea thins and becomes cone-shaped. Eye Care Center of Colorado Springs are trained and highly experienced in fitting contact lenses for patients with keratoconus eye conditions. Fitting and care of keratoconus lenses is a focus of Dr. Bro's eye care practice. Treatment of patients with contact lenses for keratoconus requires knowledge, ongoing studies and staying current with the latest innovations in custom designed lenses. Through this focus and attention in his practice, Dr. Bro is able to provide keratoconus treatment with lenses that provides comfortable and usable vision with lens wear in most cases. The result for these patients is an especially rewarding experience.
Dr. Bro works with each patient to determine the best keratoconus treatment options. The condition can cause the vision to become distorted, and most notably can cause light sensitivity, streaky vision and multiple images. The good news is that in many instances, with proper care and fitting of keratoconus contact lenses, patients can obtain greatly improved vision. Under Dr. Bro's care and treatment with keratoconus lenses, a patient may experience enough visual acuity to be able to continue to drive and perform other visual tasks.
Keratocunus Treatment
Usually affecting both eyes and first appearing in the second or third decades of life, Keratoconus may cause a progressive decrease in visual ability that leads to corneal transplant surgery in a small percentage of cases. Patients with Keratoconus require the fitting of appropriate contact lenses in order to maintain good eye health and optimal vision. Contact lens options for patients with Keratoconus may range from soft, gas permeable, or other hybrid lens designs.
In the early stages, the eye condition can cause the vision to act like astigmatism, and glasses or specialized contact lenses can be effective in keratoconus treatment. Our trained eye care providers can recommend the best contact lenses for keratoconus to meet your vision needs. We are able to match your needs with the several keratoconus contact lenses available. Individual consultation with your eye care professional will be able to determine the best treatment and lenses for keratoconus that will help to provide and retain adequate visual clarity to you.
Start Your Consultation Today
Keratoconus treatment is available from the Eycare Center of Colorado Springs. Offering knowledgeable keratoconus treatment options, the Eye Care Center is able to offer you the most current advice on which treatments will be most effective, and help you to comfortably improve your vision. Call today to set up an appointment.
