Helping Optometrists Help Patients: See-Green Scleral Lens Insertion Products in Training and Practice

For many patients, scleral lenses can feel like a miracle: restoring clarity, comfort, and quality of life when other options fail. But there’s one hurdle that often gets in the way: learning how to insert them.

That’s where See-Green® steps in. Not just for patients, but for the optometrists who guide them.

Cutting Down Training Time

Scleral lens insertion can be intimidating. Misalignment which causes pain, spillage, or trapped bubbles are common during early attempts. Clinics across the country have discovered that using See-Green Scleral Lens Insertion products during training sessions reduces patient frustration and speeds up adoption.  

By focusing on the green LED light, patients instantly learn where to align their eye. That visual cue helps them succeed in fewer tries, building confidence before they even leave the office.

Real-World Success in Clinics

• “I use See-Green to train almost all my new patients. For those with arthritis, tremors, or poor vision, it makes insertion so much easier. It’s indispensable in my practice.” — Dr. Emmylou Swartz, OD, FAAO, FSLS

• "Genius!  We had the patient today and worked with your device. Success! Everybody was betting 'no' when I told them what I was trying – can you believe that?! I really appreciate you taking the time to fill out our paperwork and your prompt delivery. Thank you again." -- Dr. James Williamson, OD, Memphis VA

• “For a decade, I’ve been recommending the See-Green Light to patients struggling with scleral lens or RGP insertion. It swiftly guides them to their target, making insertion easier and more efficient.” — Dr. Nate Schramm, OD, FSLS

•      "Thanks for producing a great product! I share their utility with all the medical students and optometry students and residents who come through my clinic, so they are also aware of tools available for scleral lens insertion." –Dr. Gloria B Chiu, OD, FAAO, FSLS

• “Great product and easy to use for my patients that have dexterity issues and insertion difficulty. Highly recommended!” –Dr. Zachary Heinrich, OD

Supporting Difficult Cases

See-Green is especially valuable for patients with:

• Low vision: the green light cuts through blur, offering a clear target (see our other blog posts about why we chose green!)

• Tremors, arthritis, smaller eyes: the stand frees up both hands to hold eyelids open.

• Anxiety about insertion: focusing on the light reduces stress and flinching.

A Teaching Tool That Sticks

Training with See-Green doesn’t just solve the problem in the clinic, it creates habits patients can replicate at home leading to fewer follow-up visits and more success. The visual guidance and muscle memory established during training sessions translate into smoother, more confident self-care routines.

A Win-Win for Doctors and Patients

For optometrists, See-Green means shorter chair time, higher patient satisfaction, and fewer frustrated phone calls. For patients, it means independence and confidence. Together, that makes for better long-term success with scleral lenses.

At See-Green, our mission has always been to help eye care professionals help their patients. With the right tools, combined with our prompt and personal service, everyone wins.