Scleral Contact Lenses in Apple Valley

Scleral Contact Lenses in Apple Valley

Have astigmatism, keratoconus or severe dry eye? Consider scleral lenses!

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Enjoy Comfortable & Clear Vision With Scleral Lenses

Can't wear contact lenses due to severe dry eye or keratoconus?

Looking for an alternative to soft lenses that provides clearer, more stable vision?

Custom-fit scleral lenses offer superior vision and comfort

Contact Apple Valley Eye Care in Apple Valley to find out how they can help you see clearly and comfortably—day in, day out.

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4 Benefits of Scleral Contact Lenses

  • Cost-effective

    Because they're custom fit, the cost of scleral lenses is usually higher than standard contact lenses. However, because sclerals last up to 2 years, they're more cost-effective in the long term.

  • Eye protection

    Sclerals are larger than other types of contacts, which allows for better protection from debris, dust and allergens that may irritate or injure your eye.

  • Extra-stable vision

    Their extra-large diameter keeps the scleral lenses centered and steady on your eye. If you play sports or have an active lifestyle, their size, shape and customized fit will prevent them from popping out of your eye.

  • Superior hydration

    Scleral lenses form a pocket that fills with artificial tears as they vault over your cornea. This lubricating cushion provides an extremely comfortable wearing experience for all-day hydration.

With scleral lenses, you'll experience vision comfort and excellent optics like never before!


Scleral Lenses FAQs

Do scleral lenses help with dry eyes?

Scleral lenses can provide immense relief to dry eye patients.

These custom-designed lenses vault over the cornea and rest on the scleral while avoiding the irritated cornea. The liquid reservoir between the lens and the cornea provides a continuous moist environment that protects the cornea and provides relief for those with dry, itchy and burning eyes.

Are scleral lenses more comfortable than standard contact lenses?

Scleral lenses are custom-fit to your exact corneal measurements. This, along with the lenses’ extra-large size, makes the lenses both extra-comfortable and extra-stable on the eye.

Does insurance cover scleral lenses?

This will largely depend on the type of insurance you have. Not all insurances are the same. Some plans will cover the exam and the lens fitting, but will not cover the lenses themselves. Others will agree to pay part or all of the cost, but usually, after other treatment options have been exhausted.

Patient Reviews
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- Feb. 27, 2026
Dr Annika is wonderful. She is so knowledgeable and caring and I trust her judgment and treatment co... mpletely. The staff is great . I have been a patient for almost 10 years.
- Feb. 27, 2026
If it weren’t for the high tech instrumentation and ability to take a picture of my retina without... dilation, they never would have caught my retinal tear. I was going to deny the dilation because I had to drive and work. Luckily they didn’t need it!
- Feb. 25, 2026
The staff are very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.
- Feb. 25, 2026
Amanda and all the staff were friendly kind and helpful!
- Feb. 23, 2026
very professional
- Feb. 20, 2026
Great care for the entire family. Dr. McMullen is especially kind, knowledgeable, and professional. ... Great selection of eye glasses and wonderful customer service.
- Feb. 02, 2026
I drive across town to receive the best eye care the Twin Cities has to offer. State of the art equi... pment. Professional doctors and clinic setting. Qualified to manage both vision and many types of eye issues.
- Jan. 06, 2026
Exceptional service and I trust Apple Valley Eye Care 100%
- Aug. 23, 2025
I first walked in last Friday thinking that possibly they would be able to do a walk-in, but they do... n’t do that. So I looked over their glasses selection found a pair I liked and then put in my information and got an appointment scheduled. Today when I walked in, everything was easy and went very well. I’m a type two diabetic and they were able to help check me for eye issues for that. I think the whole situation probably only took about 45 minutes. The only thing I can say bad about them is that the intake form that I filled out online wasn’t necessarily working well when it came to taking my insurance card. But other than that, the staff was wonderful and the whole overall look of the office was nice and immaculate.
- May. 06, 2025
I broke my eyeglass frames that I bought from AVEC, so I took them back in. I was told they are not ... fixable, and AVEC doesn't sell that brand anymore. The girl at the eyeglass counter was nice enough to show me where to find the info to order them online. When I got the new frames, I took the old lenses back in and AVEC put the old lenses in the new frames with no question. Such great service!! I've never had a bad experience or bad service from anyone there--they are all great!
- Apr. 19, 2025
I had a great first visit to Apple Valley Eye Care. Lauren and Dr. McMullen listened to my concerns ... and made me feel comfortable. There was no pressure to purchase glasses or contacts.
- Apr. 11, 2025
Dr. Pat is knowledgeable and kind!
- Apr. 11, 2025
Always great professional service with Apple Valley Eye Care! Thank You!
- Apr. 11, 2025
I was very impressed. Everyone I worked with enjoyed their job, and it shows.
- Feb. 19, 2025
Dr. Anderson is extremely knowledgeable and thorough. I’m grateful.
- Feb. 19, 2025
Quick and efficient staff were very accommodating
- Jan. 27, 2025
The staff at Apple Valley Eye Care are second to none! I have been a patient since the 1980s. Got ma... rried, had two kids who are now grown up- I don’t know why we would go anywhere else!
- Jan. 11, 2025
Very friendly and customer oriented eyecare team. It was my first time visiting this office, but I s... ensed the courtesy and respect between clients and providers. I would strongly recommend this office to anyone seeking quality eyecare and topnotch eyeglass frames.
- Dec. 04, 2024
Great staff. Very professional. Found cataracts and referred me to a good surgeon.
- Nov. 20, 2024
Doctor Wellik has been my doctor for years and I love him. Differently a "A" in my book.Also everyo... ne is very nice and helpful.

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Scleral Lenses in Apple Valley

Our optometry practice in Apple Valley

Photograph of Annika Anderson
Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8AM-6PM Every Wed. 9AM-6PM 3rd of the Month
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Saturday 8AM-12PM 2nd Sat. of the Month
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Spectera
  • Davis Vision
  • EyeMed
  • UMR
  • Superior Vision
  • Medica

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