The formal name for the procedure known as Ortho-K is orthokeratology. Night lenses, dream lenses, and sleep lenses are other names for Ortho-K. Their brand names may also be familiar to you.
So, how exactly does Ortho-K aid me?
The primary concern should be why utilize Ortho-K. The benefits of Ortho-K can be determined after a discussion with your optometrist about your lifestyle. We must also think about the reasons why it could not work.
With Ortho-K, you won't need to rely on corrective lenses during the day. There are a variety of reasons why someone might be unable to use contact lenses during the day. The most prevalent cause of daytime contact lens failure is irritation from dry, irritated eyes. Long periods of time spent reading or using a computer might exacerbate this problem. Furthermore, many people can attest to the fact that office air-conditioning dries up their skin. Think about how much dust and smoke there is where you work. For example, if you operate in an environment where there are chemical vapors that might react with your contact lenses. In certain cases, orthokeratology can be used as a viable alternative to correct eyesight.
Ortho-K is also a great option for those who like physical activity. There's no need to keep an eye out for your glasses or contact lenses while you swim. Since, let's be honest, nobody likes having to wear goggles when surfing or lounging on the beach. Those who ride mountain bikes or dirt bikes often will also find that not having grit beneath their contacts is a huge plus. When it comes to playing sports, orthokeratology can provide you with the most flexibility.
Finally, there is evidence that ortho-k can mitigate the worsening of myopia. Myopia regulation, or the maintenance of normal distance vision, is one of the most promising areas of research at present. Thanks to the fact that it is currently the primary focus of contact lens studies, we may expect to keep learning new things in this field. Up to this point, there has been a lot of research showing that orthokeratology helps people's eyes.
Management of Myopia
Myopia, sometimes called nearsightedness or shortsightedness, is a condition in which one has impaired vision because their eye is longer than average. Distances appear blurrier because the longer eye causes them to focus "short" on the retina (the eye's receptors). Our eye power guide has further information on the various eye shapes and sizes.
Increases in myopia tend to worsen visual clarity. The longer the eye becomes, the more the retina is stretched. Retinal tears and detachments become far more likely with such an extension. Increased glaucoma risk and macula damage are also possible. All of them can result in irreversible eye damage or perhaps total blindness.
Goals of myopia management include decreasing prevalence of nearsightedness. Ortho-K is among the most efficient methods for preventing myopia from worsening.
What's the Deal with Ortho-K?
Accurate measurements of the eye's shape are required for successful orthokeratology treatment. Our state-of-the-art corneal topographer at InFocus Optical allows us to create a detailed map of your eyes. Each lens is made specifically for the wearer's eyes by including data about the wearer's eyesight and the eye's shape. The lens may be worn overnight to carefully direct the reshaping process. Other than spectacles, Ortho-K lenses gradually reshape the cornea's outermost layer.
Flattening functions similarly to how laser eye surgery does. Ortho-k, on the other hand, does not permanently alter the front surface of the eye. This prevents potentially permanent issues including dry eyes, halos, and blurred vision, all of which can occur with laser treatment. When compared to laser eye surgery, the non-permanent, non-invasive procedure known as Ortho-K has several advantages.
