Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) is a non-surgical treatment for myopia (nearsightedness) that involves wearing specially designed gas permeable contact lenses overnight. These lenses reshape the cornea temporarily, allowing for clearer vision during the day without the need for glasses or contact lenses. Ortho-K lenses are worn while sleeping and removed upon waking, providing temporary correction that lasts throughout the day. This treatment is often used in children and adults who want to reduce their dependence on glasses or daytime contact lenses. It's important to note that Ortho-K is reversible, and regular use of the lenses is necessary to maintain the corrected vision. Additionally, proper care and follow-up with an eye care professional are essential for the success and safety of Ortho-K treatment. Request your eye exam and meet our fatanstic team today!

HOW DO ORTHOKERATOLOGY LENS WORK?

Ortho-K works by using specially designed gas permeable contact lenses to gently reshape the cornea while sleeping. These lenses apply controlled pressure to the cornea, flattening its curvature temporarily. This reshaping process corrects refractive errors like myopia (nearsightedness) by altering how light focuses on the retina. Upon waking and removing the lenses, the cornea retains its reshaped form, providing clear vision throughout the day without the need for glasses or daytime contact lenses. Regular nightly wear of Ortho-K lenses maintains the corneal reshaping effect, and consistent use is necessary to sustain the corrected vision. The temporary nature of Ortho-K means that if lens wear is discontinued, the cornea gradually returns to its original shape, necessitating ongoing nightly wear for sustained vision correction. Request your eye exam and meet our fatanstic team today!