LASIK gives millions of people freedom from glasses — but a minority are left with lingering side effects: persistent dry eye, night-time glare and halos, or vision that never quite got sharp. If that's you, scleral lenses may offer a path back to comfort and clarity.
Why some eyes struggle after LASIK
LASIK reshapes the cornea by creating a flap and removing tissue. In most people this heals beautifully. But some experience reduced tear production, an irregular healing pattern, or — rarely — a weakening of the cornea called ectasia. The result can be dryness, fluctuating vision, glare, and halos, especially at night.
How scleral lenses help post-LASIK eyes
- For dry eye: The saline reservoir keeps the corneal surface continuously hydrated, countering the reduced tear production LASIK can cause.
- For irregular vision and glare: By vaulting over the reshaped cornea, the lens creates a smooth new optical surface, cutting glare and sharpening focus.
- For ectasia: Much like with keratoconus, sclerals provide clear, stable vision over a weakened, bulging cornea.
Will you have to give up going glasses-free?
Understandably, many post-LASIK patients are disappointed at the idea of wearing lenses again. The good news: scleral lenses are worn only during the day, are highly comfortable, and often deliver better vision than you had even with glasses — plus relief from the dryness that's been bothering you.
Careful fitting matters
Post-surgical corneas need precise measurement and thoughtful lens design. Dr. Salley evaluates the health of your ocular surface, maps your cornea, and fits a lens that restores both comfort and clarity.
If LASIK left you with dry, glary, or unstable vision, you have options. Request a post-LASIK consultation at CFE Memphis.