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EyePrintPRO

The Highest Performance Scleral Lens Available

EyePrintPRO

- Beyond the Limits of Standard Scleral Contact Lenses

The majority of patients who come to the Charlotte Contact Lens Institute are unable to see well with traditional soft contact lenses, glasses, or even conventional scleral contact lenses. For patients who require specialty contact lenses, scleral contact lenses are typically recommended. EyePrintPRO offers the highest level of customization and performance out of any scleral contact lens that is available. Although they are the ultimate in performance, EyePrintPRO is not always necessary and many times there are other options available to patients. During the initial comprehensive exam, the doctor will utilize advanced technology and her in-depth experience in order to advise whether EyePrintPRO is a “need to have” or a “nice to have.”

Our doctors have established themselves as experts in the specialist area of contact lenses, and have treated hundreds of patients in custom contacts including EyePrintPRO, free-form scleral lenses, corneal gas permeable (GP) lenses, specialty soft contacts, and more. A typical initial exam is 1.5 to 2 hours of one-on-one time with the doctor, and during this time you will be presented with a variety of treatment options, including EyePrintPRO if there is a reason to consider it for your eyes.

What is EyePrintPRO? EyePrintPRO is not just a specialized free-form scleral contact lens; it’s a groundbreaking prosthetic scleral device that accounts for the uniqueness of each individual’s ocular structure. With the understanding that no two people have the same eye topography, EyePrintPRO offers a custom solution, especially beneficial for patients with complex ocular conditions.

How Does EyePrintPRO Work? The EyePrint technology utilizes an impression-based method where a semi-liquid mold is gently placed on the patient’s eye, accurately capturing the distinct shapes of both the cornea and the sclera (the white part of the eye). Patients often describe this painless process as feeling like a cool liquid being applied to the eye. This detailed impression is then used to craft a one-of-a-kind contact lens using state-of-the-art 3D scanning technology to perfectly match the eye’s contours. The accuracy of EyePrint lenses is incredibly precise, up to 2 microns (with 1 micron being one-thousandth of a millimeter), ensuring an exceptionally tailored fit.

The precision of EyePrintPRO technology is evident in its ability to fit 95% of patients within the first two fittings, a remarkable achievement considering it’s often used in special scenarios and advanced cases where traditional scleral lenses fall short.

When Can EyePrintPRO Be Used? EyePrintPRO is adept at treating a wide range of conditions, such as keratoconus, corneal grafts, severe dry eye disease, and other forms of corneal irregularities. It’s particularly effective for those with unique eyes or specific conditions, offering a level of precision and comfort unmatched by traditional scleral lenses. EyePrintPRO can also be used for patients with glaucoma blebs or stents due to its ability to precisely match the elevation changes related to these glaucoma procedures.

EyePrintPRO exemplifies how advanced technology can transform lives by offering improved vision and comfort. It embodies our commitment to employing state-of-the-art solutions for the best possible patient care. Whether you’re dealing with a complex ocular condition or seeking a more comfortable and effective vision solution, EyePrintPRO could be the answer.

Doctor performing specialized clinical eye examination for EyePrintPRO fitting
Patient smiling during consultation for custom EyePrintPRO scleral lenses

EyePrintPRO Certified Doctors in North & South Carolina

In the Southeast United States there are only a handful of doctor’s offices who are certified to fit EyePrintPRO. Of these offices, Charlotte Contact Lens Institute is the only EyePrintPRO certified fitter who is known to exclusively treat specialty contact lens patients. Remarkable customer service, advanced technology, and atypical access to the doctor are three ways in which our office is special. Patients can expect to not only spend 100% of their exam time one-on-one with the doctor, but they will also have the ability to contact the doctor with questions after their appointment.

We are available for a free phone consultation, and can be reached at (704) 800-5230 or hello@charlottecontactlens.com.

What makes EyePrintPRO fundamentally different from conventional scleral lenses?

Conventional scleral contact lenses are manufactured using standardized rotational or toric curves based on trial fitting diagnostic sets. While effective for standard irregularities, they cannot account for localized elevation spikes, severe asymmetry, pingueculae, or post-surgical scars. EyePrintPRO creates an exact physical impression of your ocular topography, replicating the distinct contours of both cornea and sclera down to 2 microns with complete geometric freedom.

How is the ocular impression taken, and does the process hurt?

The impression process takes just two minutes per eye and is completely gentle and painless. A soft, biocompatible compound is applied over the eye with a dedicated impression tray. Patients consistently describe the experience as a refreshing, cool sensation. After setting in roughly 60 to 90 seconds, the mold is gently lifted away and scanned with 3D optical elevation scanners to generate your custom lens.

Can EyePrintPRO be fitted over glaucoma drainage devices or filtering blebs?

Yes. Individuals who have undergone glaucoma trabeculectomy or shunt tube surgery are often disqualified from conventional scleral lenses because rigid landing edges compress the elevated filtering bleb, risking mechanical erosion or surgical failure. Because EyePrintPRO captures exact 3D elevation maps, the lens is custom-vaulted to contour smoothly around blebs and tubes with zero localized pressure.

Why do 95% of EyePrintPRO patients achieve their final fit in two visits?

Conventional scleral fittings on complex irregular corneas can involve months of trial-and-error re-orders. With EyePrintPRO, the custom prosthetic shell is carved directly from a 3D digital elevation scan of your physical eye mold. Computerized diamond-lathes produce a precise match on the first design, allowing 95% of patients to reach optimal fit, visual acuity, and all-day comfort within just two appointments.

Why the Charlotte Contact Lens Institute for EyePrintPRO Custom Scleral Lenses?

Certified for EyePrintPRO and EyeFitPRO

Certified for EyePrintPRO and EyeFitPRO

In addition to EyePrintPRO and EyeFitPRO products, we have a deep understanding of other available options. We can tell you when EyePrintPRO is a “nice to have” vs. a “need to have.”

Advanced Technology

Advanced Technology

Our office is one of a few practices in the country that is equipped with the Pentacam AXL Wave and Optovue Solix OCT, which aid in the design and (potential) adjustment of EyePrintPRO customized scleral lenses.

Unlimited Answers

Unlimited Answers

We allow for enough time for thorough comprehensive exams, and plenty of time for answering questions. No rushing in and out here.

Specializing in Custom Contacts

Specializing in Custom Contacts

We do not offer traditional eye exams for “normal” eyes, and instead, a large percentage of our patients come to looking for advanced and customized scleral contacts, for which EyePrintPRO is the most advanced option available.

Access to the Doctor

Access to the Doctor

Our doctors are available to answer questions you have after your exam, and will make sure you have the information needed in order to ensure the best possible outcome.

Affordability

Affordability

We keep our overhead costs low and offer very competitive prices as a result. We have monthly payment options available and also accept Cherry™, HSA, & FSA.

Summary

EyePrintPRO offers the highest performance scleral contact lenses available and our doctors are nationally recognized for their expertise in fitting specialty contact lenses, including mold-based scleral contacts such as EyePrintPRO. Our doctors regularly present at both local and national meetings and conferences, where they share the latest research and fitting techniques for scleral lenses.

Additionally, Dr. Cerenzie has been honored with the distinction of Fellow of the Scleral Lens Education Society (FSLS), which is bestowed on advanced level practitioners within the specialty lens industry. In fact, currently there are only approximately 300 members worldwide of this elite group of specialty contact lens doctors.

During an initial comprehensive exam our doctors will discuss all available treatment options, and will determine whether EyePrintPRO mold-based scleral lenses are the right treatment option for your situation. One of the benefits of visiting the Charlotte Contact Lens Institute is the amount of one-on-one time with the doctor, which allows for plenty of time to ask questions and evaluate all options.

Doctor reviewing corneal and scleral diagnostic scans with patient

Clinical Impression Molds & Prosthetic Scleral Lens Designs

Physical 3D ocular surface impression mold capturing corneal and scleral elevation

3D Elevation Impression Mold

High-precision mold capturing every micro-elevation and contour of the cornea and sclera within minutes.

Sub-micron CNC lathe manufacturing of custom prosthetic scleral shell

Sub-Micron Lathe Fabrication

Manufactured directly from 3D scan data to create an exact prosthetic scleral shell with 2-micron precision.

Slit-lamp examination verifying vault clearance and edge contour of EyePrintPRO lens

Slit-Lamp Clearance & Fit

Biomicroscopic assessment confirming uniform fluid reservoir clearance and pressure-free scleral alignment.

Finished EyePrintPRO customized prosthetic scleral lens in sterile case

Finished Prosthetic Scleral

Final custom prosthetic scleral lens delivering restored visual acuity and all-day comfort for complex eyes.

Ready for Clear, Comfortable Vision with EyePrintPRO?

Schedule an unhurried 1.5 to 2-hour evaluation with our certified specialty contact lens doctors in Charlotte, NC. Discover whether custom EyePrintPRO prosthetic sclerals are the right solution for your eyes.