Ortho-K

 

Orthokeratology, or Ortho-K, is a type of treatment that uses specially designed contact lenses to gently reshape the cornea, which is the clear outer layer of your eye. Unlike regular contact lenses that you wear during the day, Ortho-K lenses are worn while you sleep. While you sleep, these lenses gently reshape the cornea to correct your vision, so you can see clearly without needing glasses or contact lenses during the day.

 

One of the primary benefits of Ortho-K is that it can correct refractive errors. Ortho-K lenses can temporarily improve these vision issues by reshaping the cornea, allowing for clear vision all day long without the need for glasses or daytime contact lenses.

Convenient for sports and activities
Popular choice for children and teens
Non-invasive alternative to LASIK
Provides clear vision during the day
Reversible; cornea returns to original shape
Safe and flexible option for vision correction
No need for glasses or daytime contacts
Offers clear, comfortable vision without surgery

Who is Eligible?

 

Mild to moderate myopia (nearsightedness) – Ortho-K is typically most effective for individuals with mild to moderate levels of myopia. Severe myopia may not be fully correctable with Ortho-K.

Astigmatism – Ortho-K can also correct mild to moderate astigmatism in some cases. However, the effectiveness may vary depending on the severity of the astigmatism and other factors.

Age – Ortho-K is suitable for people of various ages, including children and adults. It is often considered for children and teenagers as a non-surgical option to manage myopia progression.

Good eye health – Candidates for Ortho-K should have healthy eyes, free from conditions such as keratoconus, severe dry eye, or active eye infections. A comprehensive eye examination by an eye care professional is necessary to determine suitability.

Commitment to compliance – Since Ortho-K lenses need to be worn consistently during sleep to maintain the corneal reshaping effect, candidates should be willing and able to adhere to the wearing schedule prescribed by their eye care provider.

Initial Consultation: Your optometrist will conduct a comprehensive eye examination to assess your vision, eye health, and determine if you’re a suitable candidate for Ortho-K. They’ll also discuss your lifestyle, vision goals, and answer any questions you may have.
Fitting: If you’re deemed eligible for Ortho-K, your optometrist will take detailed measurements of your eyes to choose a lens. The lenses will be specifically designed to reshape your cornea overnight.
Trial Period: You’ll be given a trial pair of Ortho-K lenses to wear overnight. During this period, your optometrist will monitor your progress and make any necessary adjustments to ensure proper fit and comfort.
Corneal Reshaping: As you wear the Ortho-K lenses overnight, they gently reshape the cornea to correct your vision. You may experience some initial discomfort or awareness of the lenses during the adjustment period, but this typically improves over time.
Clear Vision During the Day: After wearing the Ortho-K lenses overnight, you’ll remove them in the morning and enjoy clear vision throughout the day without the need for glasses or daytime contact lenses. It may take a few days or weeks for your vision to stabilise and reach its optimal correction.
Follow-Up Visits: Your eye care provider will schedule follow-up appointments to monitor your progress, evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment, and make any necessary adjustments to the lens fit or prescription.
Long-Term Maintenance: To maintain the corneal reshaping effect and optimal vision correction, you’ll need to continue wearing the Ortho-K lenses as prescribed by your eye care provider. Regular follow-up visits are essential to ensure the ongoing health of your eyes and the effectiveness of the treatment.

Ortho-K can provide clear, comfortable vision without the need for glasses or daytime contact lenses, offering a convenient and reversible option for vision correction.

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