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Is This the New Norm?: 
Is the End of Specialty CL Labs the New Norm?

Practitioners are fortunate that large lens manufacturers provide correction options for most patients, but a significant number of individuals still require specialized lenses.

By: Mile Brujic, OD, FAAO, DAVID L. KADING, OD, FAAO
Contact Lens Spectrum May 1, 2026 Vol 41, Issue May-June 2026 Page(s): 41

Clinical Scorecard: Is This the New Norm?: Is the End of Specialty CL Labs the New Norm?

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key Mechanisms
Target PopulationPatients with keratoconus and other conditions requiring specialized lenses for vision correction.
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • Follow-up visits are crucial for assessing lens fit and visual acuity improvements.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

    • Consider specialty lenses such as scleral lenses for patients with keratoconus, especially in moderate to severe cases.

    Monitoring & Follow-up

      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        Scleral lenses can provide significant visual acuity improvements and enhanced comfort for patients with keratoconus.

        Clinical Best Practices

        • Educate patients on the risks of improper lens fitting and the importance of follow-up care.

        References