Specialty Contact Lenses

Specialty Contact Lenses in Spokane Valley

For many patients, standard soft contact lenses offer a quick and comfortable vision solution. However, if you have a high prescription, severe astigmatism, or a corneal irregularity, generic lenses can cause blurry vision, discomfort, or shift out of place.

At Frontline Vision we provide custom-tailored specialty contact lenses. These advanced options are engineered to overcome complex eye conditions, restoring crisp, stable vision to patients who were previously told they couldn't wear contact lenses.

1. Custom Corneal Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lenses

Commonly called RGPs or GP lenses, these are crafted from a durable, oxygen-permeable material that maintains its shape on the eye, unlike traditional soft contact lenses. Because they are smaller than the cornea, they sit directly on the front surface of your eye and are an excellent option for a wide variety of unique eye shapes and prescription needs.

Because these lenses do not bend, the microscopic space between the lens and your cornea naturally fills with your own tears. This creates a smooth optical surface that can dramatically clear up vision issues caused by astigmatism or corneal irregularities.

The prescription range for RGPs is incredibly vast, allowing those with extreme or highly unique vision requirements to achieve crisp, sharp sight that soft lenses simply cannot provide. Additionally, because RGPs are relatively small, they are often much easier to insert and remove for patients who struggle with larger lenses.

2. Custom Scleral Contact Lenses

While RGP lenses rest directly on the cornea, scleral lenses take a completely different approach. Scleral lenses are noticeably larger, custom-designed lenses that completely arch over the sensitive corneal surface and rest gently on the white part of the eye (the sclera).

By "vaulting" over the cornea, scleral lenses provide a completely smooth new surface for light to pass through, while offering unique benefits:

Life-Changing Dry Eye Relief: The gap between the back of the scleral lens and your eye traps a continuous reservoir of sterile saline and natural tear film. This fluid shield keeps your eye constantly bathed in moisture, providing unparalleled comfort for patients with severe dry eye syndrome.
Exceptional Stability & Visual Sharpness: Because of their larger size, scleral lenses do not center-shift or dislodge when you blink. This provides incredibly stable, reliable, and razor-sharp vision throughout the day.
Sizing Options Tailored to You: Depending on your eye shape and condition, we fit various sizes of these advanced lenses, including mini-scleral and full-scleral lenses to ensure perfect clearance and all-day comfort.

3. Hybrid Contact Lenses

Hybrid contact lenses offer the absolute best of both worlds: the crystal-clear, high-definition vision of a rigid gas permeable (RGP) lens combined with the familiar, all-day comfort of a traditional soft contact lens.

These advanced lenses are engineered with a specialized dual-material design. The very center of the lens is crafted from a crisp, durable, oxygen-permeable hard material that perfectly corrects vision irregularities. Surrounding that hard center is a soft, hydrating "skirt" made of gentle hydrogel material that rests comfortably on the eye.

This unique fusion ensures the lens stays perfectly centered, eliminates the standard "initial awareness" or adjustment period often associated with traditional hard lenses, and keeps debris from getting trapped underneath. It is the ultimate compromise for patients who refuse to choose between seeing clearly and feeling comfortable.

Who Benefits Most from Specialty Contact Lenses?

Specialty lenses are a premier choice for anyone seeking the absolute sharpest vision possible, but they are a critical necessity for individuals with specific ocular conditions:

Keratoconus & Corneal Irregularities: Conditions that cause the cornea to thin and bulge into a cone shape make glasses and soft contacts ineffective. Specialty RGP, hybrid, and scleral lenses correct this distortion beautifully.
Corneal Scarring or Post-Surgical Eyes: Prior eye injuries or complications from refractive surgeries can leave the corneal surface uneven. Custom lenses bypass these imperfections entirely to eliminate ghosting and glare.
Astigmatism & High Prescriptions: For patients who experience fluctuating, blurry vision with traditional toric soft lenses that constantly shift out of place, hybrid and RGP lenses lock into position to provide unshakeable visual stability.
Severe Dry Eye Syndrome: For those whose eyes drain tears too quickly or lack quality tear production, the built-in fluid reservoir of a scleral lens offers immense physical relief and moisture.

Experience the Difference of Custom Eyecare

You don’t have to settle for fluctuating vision or daily eye discomfort. Our specialized fitting process ensures your custom lenses match the exact contours of your unique eyes.