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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 North Range Eye Care, we support you on your journey to relief and comfort.

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- Mar. 16, 2025
I’ve been going to North Range for a long time The experience is always great, Drs are very unders... tanding of your concerns.
- Mar. 14, 2025
Really nice ladies
- Mar. 11, 2025
Dr Taylor was the best
- Mar. 09, 2025
Everyone here is absolutely amazing!! I love coming in to see them!
- Mar. 01, 2025
Nice facility, staff is professional & friendly!
- Feb. 27, 2025
North Range Eye Care did an amazing job fixing my vision, and I couldn’t be happier with the resul... ts. Thanks to their thorough eye exam and precise prescription, I can now play pool with perfect clarity and work on the computer without any strain. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable and made the whole process smooth, from testing to picking out the right lenses. Their expertise has truly improved my daily life, and I highly recommend them for anyone needing top-quality eye care!
- Feb. 26, 2025
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- Feb. 24, 2025
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- Feb. 10, 2025
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- Jan. 28, 2025
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- Jan. 25, 2025
This clinic has always had kind, caring and professional staff. They also have the latest technology... for your eye care. My previous eye doctor was living in the stone ages using air still to read eye pressure. My favorite doctor moved away but the current doctors have been great.
- Dec. 12, 2024
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- Dec. 08, 2024
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- Dec. 04, 2024
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- Nov. 28, 2024
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- Nov. 24, 2024
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- Nov. 18, 2024
Just excellent, caring, thorough, and every staff member was so helpful and professional. The office... is new, comfortable and a great selection of affordable eyeglasses. Great, diverse and compassionate staff. We went for my husband who has had bad experiences and now likes it, too, and I came away with two new pairs of eyeglasses, too, that I love.
- Nov. 09, 2024
I have been going here for the last 3 years since we moved to the area. I have always had a very pl... easant experience. Would recommend.

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Scleral Lenses in Commerce City

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Experience Relief with Scleral Lenses from North Range Eye Care

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 North Range Eye Care today. Your journey to relief and visual comfort begins here.

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