Ortho-K For Kids

Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) lenses provide significant benefits for children. These lenses are clinically proven to slow the progression of myopia, reducing the risk of long-term eye health issues like retinal detachment or glaucoma.

Worn overnight, Ortho-K lenses allow parents to supervise their use, ensuring proper hygiene and handling. This approach builds confidence in their safe and effective use.

By eliminating the need for daytime lenses, Ortho-K reduces risks such as dryness, discomfort, and exposure to dust, which are common with lenses worn during the day.

Additionally, their custom-made design ensures a precise fit for each child’s corneal shape, making them ideal for children with irregular corneas or complex prescriptions.

These features make Ortho-K a versatile and effective option for children’s vision correction and long-term eye health.

Children with progressive myopia (nearsightedness) can benefit greatly, as ortho-k lenses have been shown to slow the progression of myopia effectively.

Kids who are active in sports or outdoor activities also benefit. Since ortho-k lenses are worn overnight, they provide clear vision during the day without the need for glasses or daytime contact lenses, allowing children to participate in their favorite activities (including swimming) without restrictions.

Children with irregular corneas or complex prescriptions, such as those with mild astigmatism, may find ortho-k lenses especially beneficial. The custom-made design of these lenses ensures a precise fit tailored to each child’s corneal shape, offering better vision correction than standard soft contact lenses.

Although this isn’t a common complaint among children, there are some instances where special environmental or medical circumstances could make standard daytime contact lenses difficult for the patient. Ortho-K is a good solution for patients with dry eye syndrome in this case.

Finally, kids who are responsible enough to follow nightly lens care routines, with some parental supervision, are well-suited for Ortho-K, as proper hygiene is crucial for safe and effective use.