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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 Trinity EyeCare, we support you on your journey to relief and comfort.

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- Jun. 30, 2025
Dr Pang is THE BEST!!!
- Jun. 18, 2025
Have been seeing Dr Pang for over 30 years. Very happy with his services every time. An excellent an... d thorough eye doctor who provides consistent great service & care.
- Jun. 05, 2025
Trinity eye care has the most thoughtful, friendly, accommodating staff. I went on the wrong day for... our appointment and Kristina still found a way for us to be seen. Aileen is so sweet and explains everything in detail and Dr. Pang is so dedicated to his patients welfare and explains everything in layman terms.
- Jun. 02, 2025
Dr. Pang is amazing and Kristina is very friendly. Highly recommend to come here!
- May. 16, 2025
We have been patients since 1996. That alone should say it all. We are always treated courteously an... d professionally, as well as like family. We can't say enough about Dr Pang, Aileen and the staff. Keep up the great work!
- Apr. 29, 2025
As a new patient, this was probably the most thorough exam and explanation of the results that I hav... e ever had from ANY doctor. She is very attentive, has excellent explanations, and takes all of the time you need. Never felt rushed at all. The staff was very friendly and on time. They also have all of the very latest equipment for eye examinations, no cutting corners. OUTSTANDING!
- Mar. 23, 2025
Excellent customer service! They made me felt as if I was a person and not just a customer. Randy wa... s especially nice. I felt welcomed and the prices were comparable to other eye services. My glasses and contacts came quickly too!
- Feb. 14, 2025
Dr. Youngblood is an amazing doctor. If you need someone to discuss your eye health with and get the... right testing and assessments I recommend Trinity Eye Care. They are patient and very thorough. Caution to review rebate fine print if you decide to make a purchase here or anywhere else. Sometimes your items won't qualify and it's best to verify with the paperwork prior to purchase. Trinity Eye Care staff is friendly! Our family will continue to visit this office. 🙂
- Jan. 31, 2025
Very nice staff and office.
- Jan. 23, 2025
very nice optometrist and would recommend Albert as your doc 🙂
- Jan. 18, 2025
From the minutes I called to set up a new appointment, arrived, quickly was brought it to complete t... he evaluation , and get my glasses fit, was incredible. Dr Pang spent plenty of the time carefully evaluating my complex eye issues and explained the challenges in great detail. Everyone was friendly and very professional. I will have everyone in my family start using Trinity Eye Care!!
- Dec. 06, 2024
Dr. Pang has helped solved many years of vision/vertigo type issues for me. He quickly and efficient... ly diagnosed me with BVD and has gotten me frames that have already made a huge difference! Not to mention he's just such a kind man and his staff is amazing!!
- Dec. 04, 2024
Trinity Eye Care provides excellent services. These are the nicest people
- Nov. 16, 2024
This was my first visit and from the time I walked in the door, every staff member was super friend... ly. I like the new machine diagnose my eyes. Dr. Youngblood was very thorough and explained clearly. I am completely satisfied.
- Nov. 07, 2024
Great experience, Dr. Youngblood was very thorough and explained everything. Whole staff is very fri... endly and helpful. They are quick too! I was in and out in less than an hour
- Oct. 28, 2024
I had a great experience here today! EVERYONE was delightful and knew what they were doing. Dr. Pang... was very patient with me and has a great sense of humor.
- Oct. 23, 2024
Best eye doctor ever.. He is a cut above the rest in knowing about the eyes! He is very thorough, a... nd really is so cordial in explaining many things, and making accurate assessments!
- Oct. 17, 2024
This sounds crazy, but Dr. Pang and his staff seriously changed my life for the better. Went in for ... a routine exam. Dr. Pang was so thorough, he realized I had a condition that would be greatly improved by prism glasses. I had no idea so many of the physical challenges I was experiencing were a result of my vision. Cannot thank them enough. The world would be a different place if all doctors were this caring and thorough.
- Oct. 12, 2024
A great experience every visit, the staff is super friendly and knowledgeable, the Optometrist Dr.Yo... ungblood is phenomenal and you can tell she has a true passion for what she does. Overall I don’t see my self going anywhere els but here for my eye care.
- Sep. 25, 2024
Excellent care!

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Experience Relief with Scleral Lenses from Trinity EyeCare

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 Trinity EyeCare today. Your journey to relief and visual comfort begins here.

(972) 378-0707