What is keratoconus?
Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition where the normally round cornea thins and bulges into a cone shape. That irregular shape scatters light and distorts vision in ways glasses and standard contacts cannot fully correct. Early signs include blurred or distorted vision, increased sensitivity to light and glare, frequent prescription changes, and difficulty driving at night.
Who should book: Anyone with a keratoconus diagnosis, a family history of it, frequent unexplained prescription changes, or distorted vision that glasses do not resolve.
Diagnosis and monitoring
We diagnose keratoconus with corneal imaging and topography, which map the surface of the cornea in fine detail to detect the condition early and measure its severity. Because keratoconus can progress, we monitor the cornea over time so changes are caught and managed promptly.
Specialty lenses for keratoconus
Most keratoconus patients see clearly again with specialty lenses fitted to the irregular cornea:
- Scleral lenses vault over the cornea and rest on the white of the eye, holding a fluid reservoir that delivers sharp, stable vision and all-day comfort
- Rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses create a smooth optical surface over the cone
- Custom and impression-based options (including EyePrint) for advanced or highly irregular corneas
Our scleral and specialty fittings use detailed corneal mapping so each lens is designed for your exact eye shape.
Coordinated care
When keratoconus is progressing, corneal cross-linking can help stabilize the cornea. We coordinate with corneal specialists and ophthalmologists for cross-linking and surgical care when it is the right step, and we manage your day-to-day vision with specialty lenses throughout.
Where to get care
Keratoconus diagnosis, monitoring, and specialty lens fitting are available at all four SD Eye Care locations in Edmonton, including West Edmonton Eye Care inside West Edmonton Mall, open 7 days a week.