Orthokeratology

What the research says...

Reduces the Progression of Vision Loss

The progression of myopia (nearsightedness) can be reduced through a mix of axial length growth reduction and corneal flattening Ortho-k reduced myopia progression by ~45% as compared to glasses [ortho k: 0.42 di opters/year growth; glasses: 0.78 diopters/year growth] [R1]

Works Best for Kids and High Prescriptions

Ortho-k slows the progression of myopia best for both younger children [R 2,3] patients with large prescriptions [R4]

Safe + FDA Approved

Ortho-k is a saf e FDA approved treatment for myopia [R5]

Proper Lens Care is a MUST !

Long term success of orthokeratology treatment requires Cleaning the lenses daily exactly as instructed, coming in for all follow-ups in a timely manner, reporting any complications right away Ortho-k lenses have been shown to be safe and very low risk in children, however as with any lens, a small risk of infection exists and must be reported right away [proper lens care drastically reduces any risk] [R6]