| Scleral lens | |
|---|---|
 Side view displaying vaulted area of a scleral lens. | |
| Other names | Scleral contact lens, ocular surface prostheses |
A scleral lens, also known as a scleral contact lens, is a large contact lens that rests on the sclera and creates a tear-filled vault over the cornea. Scleral lenses are designed to treat a variety of eye conditions, many of which do not respond to other forms of treatment.