It is satisfying when a scleral fit orients on an eye as designed. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. For one reason or another corneoscleral profile data can be erroneous and the lens will follow the path of least resistance and settle where it will. Fortunately, so long as the misorientation is consistent, fitting issues can be overcome.

An Overview of the Regulatory Responsibility of Eye Care Professionals that Perform Modification of GP Contact Lenses, a Q and A

The core goal of LEAN is to minimize waste. Many organizations would benefit if they applied a broader and less literal definition to the term “waste”.

It’s obviously beneficial to any manufacturing organization to identify and correct problems in their processes that create nonconformities. This will maximize their yield, and minimize the costs associated with wasted materials and time.

Valley Contax, Inc. is proud to announce a major milestone in the world of optometry podcasts: the release of the 300th episode of Try Not 2 Blink. This exciting achievement marks six years of engaging conversations, expert insights, and a growing community of passionate listeners, cementing the podcast’s place as a trusted resource for those in the optometry field.

So your doctor says you can’t wear contact lenses…

Earlier this month, when seeing patients, I had three back to back with almost the exact same story. They were new patients and had come in for their annual eye exams. Mid 50s, active, healthy, and previous contact lens wearers that had dropped out of lenses a few years prior. Anytime a patient drops out of lens wear, I always ask them the reason behind their decision. These patients all gave almost the exact same answer, “My doctor told me I can’t wear lenses anymore.”

Scleral profilometry is a game-changer for designing scleral lenses, offering precision measurements that can significantly enhance lens fit and comfort. However, obtaining reliable data can be challenging.

Here's a deeper look into the process, its benefits, and tips for success.

In 2023, only 33% of employees in the U.S. were engaged in their work and workplace, according to a recently conducted Gallup poll. This poll also estimates that the lack of employee engagement costs approximately $1.9 trillion in lost productivity nationally.

Valley Contax in partnership with Contamac, US are pleased to award one student in the graduating Class of 2025 or 2026 with a travel grant in the amount of $1500.

Valley Contax in partnership with Contamac, US are pleased to award one student in the graduating Class of 2025 or 2026 with a travel grant in the amount of $1500.

We are constantly investing in technology and infrastructure in an effort to promote clinical success and patient satisfaction. We are really excited to move to our new building in Eugene, Oregon but most of all we can't wait to start using our brand new, state-of-the-art lathe.

Our goal as a company is to be more than a custom lens manufacturer – it’s to make a better world through vision. This story is very inspiring, and we’re really proud we were able to be a part of it.

Designed to boost and optimize your practice’s custom lens fitting with in-depth training and consulting in all essential topics.

When you choose Valley Contax for your lenses, you're not just getting exceptional quality – you're also getting peace of mind. 🧘🏽

Our goal as a company is to be more than a custom lens manufacturer – it’s to make a better world through vision. This story is very inspiring, and we’re really proud we were able to be a part of it.

Valley Contax was proud to have their flagship product, the Custom Stable scleral lens, used as part of a clinical study performed by Ferris State University Michigan College of Optometry's Vision Research Institute.

Valley Contax is proud to announce that we recently received 510(k) clearance by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for our Custom Stable line of scleral contact lenses indicated for the therapeutic management of several ocular conditions.

Valley Contax recently introduced their new Total Cost Guaranteed warranty policy.

Valley Contax recently released their new Boost Marketing Program that provides practitioners with complimentary professionally designed and custom branded marketing pieces.

Valley Contax recently created a professional services team to support the company’s rapidly expanding network of eye care professionals.