Global scleral lens market size was valued at USD 300.38 million in 2023. The market is anticipated to grow from USD 343.45 million in 2024 to USD 1,035.37 million by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 14.8% during the forecast period.
The widespread use of these lenses by patients suffering from keratoconus and many other corneal irregularities, as they provide higher stability compared to conventional gas-permeable lenses, is fostering scleral lens market growth. The constant increase in the prevalence of ocular disorders and awareness among patients about the numerous advantages of scleral lenses over soft lenses are also factors propelling the market’s growth. For instance, according to PubMed Central, the prevalence of keratoconus is up to 5% of the population in some regions of the world.
Additionally, the rising number of clinical trials due to the growing efforts of private and government agencies towards supporting various projects related to lenses and the focus of key market companies on introducing new products with enhanced capabilities and features will also bode well for the market.
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Moreover, scleral lenses are being widely used to correct various vision defects such as myopia, ocular surface disease, irregular cornea, hyperopia, astigmatism, refractive error, and presbyopia. Thereby, the increasing incidences of these diseases and continuous increase in spending on ophthalmic products like scleral lenses will propel the market’s growth.
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Increasing prevalence of vision-related disorders and adoption of advanced solutions fostering the market growth
There is an increase in the number of people with vision-related issues worldwide as a result of unhealthy lifestyle adoption and a significant increase in screen time due to the influence of social media, games, and videos, creating substantial demand for effective treatments or solutions for eye disorders like scleral lenses.
For instance, according to a report by Exploding Topics, on average, people spend 6 hours and 58 minutes on screen per day globally, which has increased from nearly 50 minutes per day since 2013. The Gen Z population averages about 9 hours of screen time per day.
Technological advancements to spur market growth
The rising proliferation of technological advancements and innovations has led to increased demand for advanced or innovative solutions by consumers to manage their eye disorders; rising scleral lens market demand is growing drastically.
For instance, in November 2023, Pegavision announced its plan to develop new smart contact lenses with the aim of becoming a global leading brand in the lens market.
High cost of scleral lens limits its adoption and hampers the market growth
The high cost associated with scleral lens procedures, including lens charges, fitting charges, and refitting costs, which limits its adoption among low-income customers, are the factors restraining the market’s growth.
The market is primarily segmented based on type, application, end-user, and region.
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Mini-scleral lenses segment accounted for the largest market share in 2023
The mini-scleral lenses segment accounted for the largest market share. Segment's growth is attributed to regular advancements and improvements in these lenses' capabilities and features coupled with its distinct benefits over soft contact lenses like better comfort and wearability and higher stability.
The corneoscleral lenses segment is also projected to grow significantly. This growth is attributable to its ability to fill the void left by both rigid and soft contact lenses, along with the rising focus of key market players on integrating new technologies like digital imaging that lead to more accurate measurements of these lenses.
Ocular surface disease segment held a significant market share in 2023
The ocular surface disease segment held the maximum market share and is likely to hold the same dominance over the scleral lens market forecast period. Segment’s dominance is driven by a rapid increase in the prevalence of various ocular surface diseases such as dry eye syndrome, keratoconus, and many others and growing awareness among patients regarding the potential benefits and availability of advanced treatment options for ocular surface diseases like scleral lens. Apart from this, increasing acceptance of scleral lenses by eye care professionals globally to effectively manage ocular surface diseases is also playing a significant role in boosting segment market growth.
For instance, as per a report by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, alone in the U.S., nearly 20 million people & 344 million people worldwide suffer from dry eye disease, and the number is continuously growing among both old and young people.
Eye clinics segment is expected to witness the highest growth during the forecast period
The eye clinics segment is expected to grow at a significant growth rate. Segment's growth is due to the increasing number of independent practitioners globally and their easy accessibility and reach for local consumers. In addition, the presence of skilled professionals and the adoption of a patient-tailored approach by eye clinics across the globe to provide patients with a seamless treatment experience is further escalating the segment market growth.
The hospital's segment led the market. This growth is attributed to exponential growth in the global healthcare sector and the development of hospital infrastructure, including the integration or incorporation of the most advanced technologies and equipment for accurate measurement of eye disorders coupled with the wider reach of hospitals compared to eye clinics, which result in a larger number of patients.
North America region dominated the global market in 2023
The North America region dominated the global market. The region’s supremacy is accelerated by the region’s drastically growing patient pool suffering from various vision-related disorders and increasing implementation of research & development activities to bring more innovative products into the market.
For instance, in February 2023, Visionary Optics announced the launch of its new scleral lens with a simpler or easy fitting process, which will help eyecare providers in order to address a common challenge of achieving the optimal fit.
The Asia Pacific region is anticipated to emerge as the fastest growing region, owing to increasing regional awareness about the availability and benefits of scleral lenses over traditional content lenses and the rise in the number of people gradually shifting towards the lenses from spectacles in the region. Also, an increasing number of awareness programs initiated by government authorities promoting the diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease further fueling the demand for these lenses.
New product development and use of advanced technologies driving market competition
The scleral lens market development is moderately competitive in nature with the presence of numerous rivals in the global space. The key players are competing on factors such as improving lens design & comfort, customization of products, affordability of quality products, and incorporation of advanced technologies. For instance, in October 2023, Acculens, introduces its NewVision SC Daily Wear Ortho-K Corneo-Scleral Lens. It is specially developed for temporarily reducing myopia of range up to 5.00D in non-diseases eyes.
Some of the major players operating in the global market include:
The scleral lens market report emphasizes on key regions across the globe to provide a better understanding of the product to the users. Also, the report provides market insights into recent developments, trends and analyzes the technologies that are gaining traction around the globe. Furthermore, the report covers an in-depth qualitative analysis pertaining to various paradigm shifts associated with the transformation of these solutions.
The report provides a detailed analysis of the market while focusing on various key aspects such as competitive analysis, type, application, end user, and their futuristic growth opportunities.
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Market size value in 2024 |
USD 343.45 million |
Revenue Forecast in 2032 |
USD 1,035.37 million |
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14.8% from 2024 – 2032 |
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2023 |
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2019 – 2022 |
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2024 – 2032 |
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Revenue in USD million and CAGR from 2024 to 2032 |
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