Michigan's Contact Lens Specialists

Conditions We Treat

Dr. Shira Kresch examining a patient at Michigan Contact Lens in Southfield

Many of our patients arrive after being told “there’s nothing more we can do.” Complex corneas and severe ocular-surface disease are exactly what we specialize in — using custom scleral lenses and advanced specialty lens designs to restore clear, comfortable vision when glasses and standard contacts no longer work. Select your condition below to learn how we can help.

Close-up of an eye with keratoconus showing a cone-shaped cornea

Keratoconus

Progressive corneal thinning that distorts vision — from corneal cross-linking to custom scleral lenses.

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Irregular Astigmatism

When the cornea's uneven shape scatters light and glasses can't fully correct it.

Eye showing pellucid marginal degeneration

Pellucid Marginal Degeneration

A rare thinning of the lower cornea, often mistaken for keratoconus.

Eye showing corneal ectasia with bulging cornea

Corneal Ectasia

A weakening and forward bulging of the cornea that blurs and distorts vision.

Eye after LASIK with corneal irregularity

Post-LASIK Ectasia

Irregular corneas or ectasia that develop after refractive surgery.

Eye after a corneal transplant with graft sutures

Post-Corneal Transplant

Sharp, comfortable vision when a transplant leaves the cornea irregular.

Close-up of a red irritated eye with severe dry eye disease

Severe Dry Eye Disease

All-day relief when drops and standard lenses are no longer enough.

Dry irritated eye representing Sjogrens syndrome

Sjögren's Syndrome

Lasting comfort for the profound dryness of this autoimmune condition.

Inflamed red eye representing ocular graft-versus-host disease

Graft-vs-Host Disease (GVHD)

Relief for ocular GVHD after a bone-marrow transplant.

Clear scleral contact lens balanced on a fingertip

Hard-to-Fit & Lens Intolerance

Custom solutions when standard contacts have never felt right.

Close-up of an eye with neurotrophic keratitis showing a hazy cornea

Neurotrophic Keratitis

A cornea that has lost its sensation — protected and healed with custom scleral lenses.

Close-up of an eye with corneal dystrophy showing cloudy deposits within the cornea

Corneal Dystrophies

Inherited clouding of the cornea — custom scleral lenses restore clearer, more comfortable vision.

Close-up of an eye with a corneal scar showing a whitish opacity on the cornea

Corneal Scarring

See clearly through a scarred cornea — scleral lenses build a smooth new optical surface.

Close-up of an eye affected by Stevens-Johnson syndrome with ocular surface scarring

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome

Chronic dry eye and surface scarring from SJS — soothed and protected with therapeutic scleral lenses.

Dr. Shira Kresch’s Specialty in Scleral Lenses & Keratoconus Care

Dr. Shira Kresch specializes in fitting scleral lenses for patients with keratoconus, severe dry eye, irregular corneas, and other complex vision conditions. Her experience in specialty contact lenses allows patients who could not wear regular contacts to achieve clear and comfortable vision with custom scleral lenses.

At Michigan Contact Lens, many patients are referred specifically for scleral lens fitting in Michigan because of Dr. Kresch’s advanced training in corneal disease, specialty lens design, and hard to fit contact lens cases. She regularly works with patients who need scleral lenses after corneal transplant, post LASIK complications, irregular astigmatism, and ocular surface disease.

Patients travel from Southfield, Troy, Birmingham, Detroit, and across Metro Detroit to see Dr. Kresch for scleral contact lenses and keratoconus treatment. Each scleral lens fitting is customized using detailed corneal measurements to ensure the best possible vision, comfort, and long term eye health.

If you are searching for a scleral lens specialist in Michigan, Michigan Contact Lens provides advanced evaluation, custom lens fitting, and ongoing care for patients who need more than standard contact lenses.

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