There are no guarantees how long a patient’s scleral lens will last. Patient care and handling are the most important factors when considering longevity.
Then, in 2019, Dr. Drexler switched Stephanie to BostonSight SCLERAL, a newer scleral lens brand, and “that’s where the miracle started,” she says. It took only a few appointments for Stephanie to reach her final fit with BostonSight SCLERAL.
This post is a general guideline. Always work with your eye care doctor to ensure you are following the protocols recommended for you. Scleral lenses have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their ability to provide clear vision and comfort for individuals with certain eye conditions. These lenses cover a larger portion of […]
We now have an Application and Removal Guide to provide to patients. This guide is a supplement to the Healthy Lens Habits Guide. Our goal is to provide the simplest yet most effective education for patients and to provide you with tools to support your success. Healthy Lens Habits Guide These miniature guides are shipped […]
One of the most important lens parameters is the material’s oxygen permeability or Dk value. Did you know that higher DK materials have a lower wettability? Patients with severe ocular surface disease may benefit from a lower Dk material and thus higher wettability. See below for BostonSight SCLERAL material options and their accompanying Dk value. Remember that Hydra-PEG significantly improves […]
Scleral lens impingement is caused when the lens fits too tightly and the haptic or landing zone digs into the conjunctiva. Long-term impingement can cause conjunctival hypertrophy (impression ring) and lead to increased discomfort and lens awareness for the patient. Thus, it is important to address impingement during the fitting process. Here are some tips […]
What’s a FitAssist voucher? A FitAssist Voucher is redeemable for a free BostonSight SCLERAL fitting for one patient in financial need. A voucher covers the cost of the fit charge (one or both eyes) but does not include non-refundable shipping charges, Hydra-PEG coating, and SmartSight HOA. How do I earn a FitAssist voucher? A voucher is […]
FTC Compliance is in the news again. Remember that prescribers are required to provide a copy of the lens prescription to the patient at the end of the lens fitting, even if the patient does not request it. It’s simple to print prescriptions directly from your FitConnect® account to provide to your patients. Go to FitConnect.
Which polymers are you choosing? There are different properties and customizations, depending on the material you choose. If you are using Contamac materials, and the lens has a hydrophobic spot, Contamac recommends soaking the lens longer than usual when cleaning, up to 48 hours. This extra long soak helps with wettability, as dirt and grease […]
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Phone: 888-SCLERAL (888-725-3725)
For every 12 patients fit with BostonSight SCLERAL, your practice receives a voucher for a free fitting for one patient in need. FitAssist vouchers expire 24 months from issue date.
Your first fit is free when you become a BostonSight SCLERAL provider and place your first fit order within 30 days of receiving your FitKit™ or signing up with Smart360™ empirical fitting.
It’s easy to participate. We manage the process for you! We provide a baseline survey with the initial lens shipment along with a postage paid return envelope. When your patient completes the survey, you receive an individual patient MyFitReport™ and your patient receives a complimentary scleral lens emergency kit.
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