Understanding Ortho-K: A Comprehensive Guide to Vision Correction

If you are looking for a non-surgical way to correct your vision, Ortho-K may be the solution you have been searching for. Short for orthokeratology, Ortho-K uses specially designed contact lenses worn overnight to temporarily reshape the cornea. This allows you to enjoy clear vision during the day without needing glasses or daytime contact lenses.

What Is Ortho-K?

Ortho-K involves the use of gas permeable contact lenses that gently reshape the cornea while you sleep. By altering the curvature of the eye’s surface, these lenses help light properly focus on the retina, leading to improved vision. In the morning, the lenses are removed, and the reshaped cornea allows for clear vision throughout the day.

Who Can Benefit from Ortho-K?

Ortho-K is ideal for individuals with mild to moderate myopia, also known as nearsightedness. It can also help those with astigmatism and, in some cases, hyperopia. One of the most exciting applications of Ortho-K is in myopia management for children. Research has shown that it can slow the progression of myopia, helping to protect long-term eye health.

The Ortho-K Process

The first step in starting Ortho-K is a comprehensive eye exam at Marshall EyeCare. We will measure the shape of your cornea and evaluate your overall eye health. Using these measurements, we will design custom Ortho-K lenses tailored to your eyes. You will receive detailed instructions on how to insert, remove, and care for the lenses.

Once you begin wearing the lenses overnight, many patients notice an improvement in vision within a few days, with full correction typically achieved in one to two weeks. Continued nightly wear is necessary to maintain the vision correction.

Is Ortho-K Safe?

Yes, Ortho- K is safe when properly fitted and maintained. Because the lenses are worn overnight, it is important to follow all hygiene instructions and attend regular follow-up visits to ensure optimal results. At Marshall EyeCare, we prioritize your safety and comfort at every step of the process.

The Benefits of Ortho-K

• Clear daytime vision without glasses or contacts

• Non-invasive and reversible

• Ideal for active lifestyles and athletes

• Effective for slowing childhood myopia progression

• Comfortable overnight wear

Get Started at Marshall EyeCare Today

Ortho-K offers a life-changing solution for patients seeking freedom from glasses and daytime contacts. With proper care and professional oversight, it provides a reliable and convenient approach to vision correction and myopia management.

To find out if Ortho-K is right for you or your child, schedule a consultation at Marshall EyeCare and take the first step toward clear, glasses-free vision. Visit our office in Aberdeen, New Jersey, or call (732) 837-0988 to book an appointment today.