Keratoconus is an irregularity of the cornea (front of the eye) which usually leads to visual distortion and blurred vision. Most commonly a significant amount of astigmatism is found and Keratoconus patients tend to see significantly better in contact lenses as apposed to glasses.
Previously patients with Keratoconus relied on Hard/Rigid contact lenses for functional vision. Although this is still the more common route, patients with corneal anomilies or injuries have a wide array of choices such as soft lenses specificaly designed for Kerataconus such as the Novakone lens, hybrid lenses which are hard (gas permeable) in the centre and soft on the outside such as the Synergeyes and Ultrahealth lenses, Sclereal and minis scleral lenses which are large but often comfortable and cornea protective and being fitted with increasing frequency in addition to piggybacking which includes a Kerataconus hard lens sitting on top of a soft lens adding to comfort , wearability and stability.
Keratoconus is usually picked up during a comprehensive eye examination. Keratometry and Corneal Topography are the gold standards of assessing and evaluating Keratoconus and corneal irregularities. Topography is digital corneal imaging using a device that analyzes the corneal shape. Another test we perform is called pachymetry, measuring corneal thickness which is usually thin in patients wth Keratoconus.
We, the Doctors at Drs. Farkas, Kassalow, Resnick and Associates, P.C. (www.eyewise.com) have been specializing in the contact lens management of Keratoconus (KC) for more than three decades, Having more than 90 years of collective experience. We have many designs available and thousands of lenses on site streamlining and often shortening the fitting process. We have most lens designs at our disposal and with experience, patience and expertise do all we can to make it a comfortable and pleasant sight enhancing experience.
Please feel free to contact me, Dr.Kevin Rosin for any further information and contact our office 212-355-5145 to schedule a consultation and to find out what are the best contact lens options for you.
Sincerely,
Dr. Kevin D. Rosin
212-355-5145
30 East 60th St., Suite 201
New York, NY 10025
www.eyewise.com
Roslyn, LI office at 516-365-4500
