Finding the right supplies can be overwhelming. Letβs break it down:
These are all quality products that I recommend for a variety of conditions. However, this is not an exhaustive list.
The information written here is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor for your particular situation. We are not sponsored by any of these products. This page contains some affiliate links where I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Preservative-Free Saline Drops
Used to fill the bowl and for rinsing of scleral and hybrid lenses. For an extensive list of options and reviews, see here.
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ScleralFil
10 ml vials of buffered, preservative free saline. Some patients report a βcoolerβ sensation with this saline.
Can be purchased online here.
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Nutrifill
10 ml vials of preservative-free buffered saline with electrolytes. 35 in a box.
Premium saline that some users report helps decrease fogging. Only found online .
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AddiPak
3 or 5 ml preservative-free, unbuffered saline. 100 in a box.
Budget friendly. Prescribed and sent to the pharmacy of your choice. Can also be found at online retailers.
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VibrantVue
5 ml preservative-free, unbuffered saline. 100 in a box.
FDA approved for scleral lens usage. Can be setup as an auto-delivery for a subscription and save discount. Found online only here.
Cleaning and Disinfecting Solutions
For an extensive list of scleral lens and RGP cleaner options and reviews, see here.
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Tangible Clean
Cleaner and conditioner to store soft, gas permeable, hybrid and scleral lenses in. Maintains coating of lenses with minimal residual film. Nonabrasive cleaner. No sting.
Can only be purchased online or on Amazon. Use code βTANGIBLE25β for 25% off any order with no limits and no minimums. Subscribers receive bundle discounts and free shipping.
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Unique pH
Cleaner and conditioner for gas permeable and scleral lenses. Nonabrasive cleaner that is compatible with coated lenses. No sting.
Can only be purchased online. Can be purchased at a 10% discount with our store code (014-319-W) here or from amazon here. Please note that our discount code can only be applied to one order - you may want to save it for a larger one.
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Clear Care
Disinfecting and cleaning solution for overnight storage. Lenses MUST be stored in solution for a minimum of 6 hours. OK to use for soft, gaspermeable, hybrid, and scleral lenses. Limitations on large sized scleral lenses - discuss with your provider to determine if appropriate. Do NOT use to rinse. WILL BURN.
Over-the-counter product easily found in most stores or online.
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Boston SIMPLUS
All-in-one simple cleaner and conditioner for gas permeable and scleral lenses. Nonabrasive cleaner that is compatible with coated lenses. No sting.
Over-the-counter product found in most stores or online. Boston sells a few different solutions in similar packaging - make sure to check which version it is.
Scleral Lens Tools
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DMV Insertion Plunger
Tool used to insert scleral lenses or hybrid lenses.
Found online or available for purchase in our office for $4.
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DMV Removal Plunger
Tool used to remove scleral lenses and gas permeable lenses.
Found online or available for purchase in our office for $3.
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Lighted Scleral Lens Insertion Stand
A stand with its own rechargeable light source.
Can be purchased from Tinker Turtle.
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Artificial Tears
For an extensive list of drop options and reviews, see here.
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Retaine MGD
Preservative free, oil based lubricant eye drop for longer lasting relief. Do not use over contact lenses unless otherwise indicated.
Available OTC in stores or online.
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Thera Tears
Popular preservative-free lubricant eye drop. Do not use over contact lenses unless otherwise indicated.
Available OTC in stores or online.
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Optase
Preservative-free, intense lubricant eye drop approved for use over soft, gas permeable, hybrid, and scleral lenses.
Can only be purchased from online retailers.
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Genteal Gel
Thick gel drop for longer lasting relief without being greasy. Not for use over contacts. CONTAINS PRESERVATIVE.
Available OTC in stores or online.
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Refresh for Contacts
Popular lubricant eye drop approved for use over contact lenses. CONTAINS PRESERVATIVE.
Available OTC in stores or online.
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Refresh PM Ointment
Popular ointment for nighttime protection and eye coverage. Preservative free. Not for use over contacts.
Available OTC in stores or online.
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Refresh Celluvisc
Preservative-free, viscous lubricant gel. Used off-label in the bowl of scleral lenses for a boost in comfort.
Available OTC in stores or online.
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TheraTears Liquid Gel
Preservative free gel drops. Use in the bowl of the scleral lens to prevent midday-fogging.
Available OTC in stores or online.
Allergy Eye Drops
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Alaway
Anti-histamine eye drop used to alleviate itchiness and to prevent eye rubbing. Do not use over contact lenses. Contains preservative.
Found online or available for purchase OTC.
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Zaditor
Anti-histamine eye drop used to alleviate itchiness and prevent eye rubbing. Not for use over contact lenses. Contains preservative.
Found online or available for purchase OTC.
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Pataday
Anti-histamine eye drop used to alleviate itchiness and prevent eye rubbing. Not for use over contact lenses. Contains preservative.
Found online or available for purchase OTC.
Miscellaneous Recommendations
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Tangible BOOST
A prescription only product that "boosts" the coatings on gas permeable and scleral lenses to maintain wettability and longevity of the lens.
Can only be purchased online with a valid prescription. Please contact us to register as a patient through our internal portal to see if you qualify for a prescription.
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Progent
An extremely heavy duty cleaner that will strip everything off of lenses to leave them squeaky clean. Removes protein and deposits build up. Only for use with gas permeable and scleral lenses.
Found online. Can be purchased at a discount with our store code (014-319-W) here.
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Optical Soap for Handling Contact Lenses
With contact lens wearers, especially scleral lens and gas-permeable lenses, itβs important to avoid moisurizing hand soaps to prevent residue, fogging, and film on the lenses.
Available online here.
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Hand Spray for Contact Lens Users
An effective no-rinse hand cleanser for contact lens wearers on-the-go when hand-washing is not an easy option.
Available online here.
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Everday Scleral Lens Case
Designed by a scleral lens wearer, the TinkerTurtle, these robust cases are your alternative to flimsy zip-lock bags and cheap plastic pouches. They are designed with dedicated spaces for tools, your contact lens case, saline solutions, and even hand sanitizing wipes β ensuring you have everything you need, neatly organized, wherever your lenses take you.
Included with the case are: 1 DMV Ultra removal tool, 1 DMV scleral cup tool, 1 hard contact lens case, a Purell wipe, a small circular attached mirror & lens case sizing inserts.
Available online with our discount code or at our office.
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Emergency Scleral Lens Case
Also designed by the TinkerTurtle, these emergency cases are designed to be pocket or purse sized, containing only the essentials (plunger tools & saline) for on the fly insertion and removal of your scleral lenses.
Available online with our discount code or at our office.
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Keychain Pill Case
Recommended by one of my patients to store their DMV insertion and removal plungers while on the go. Never be without your tools in case you need to remove your lenses.
Available online here.
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STAEDTLER Black Pen
If your scleral lens dot keeps wearing off (or if you want to enlarge the dot), use this pen to safely re-dot it.
Can be purchased online.
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Double Sided Contact Lens Travel Kit
Recommended by one of my patients to store their backup glasses and contact lens supplies with ease.
Available online here.