Can Ortho-K Lens correct astigmatism?

Astigmatism is one of the refractive errors that can be corrected with the use of Ortho-K. Ortho-K is a great option for people who wants to be free from eyeglasses, and are seeking for a non-surgical approach, or those who are too young or did not pass their LASIK screening.

What is Astigmatism?

Astigmatism occurs when the cornea and the lens produce a blurry image due to its shape. Traditionally, eyeglasses and contact lenses are the common way correct the vision of someone with Astigmatism.

What is Ortho-K?

Ortho-K, which is short for Orthokeratology, is the process of correcting vision by using a Contact Lens that is used while sleeping. While sleeping, the Ortho-K lenses corrects vision, and the user removes the lenses after waking up with clearer vision.

Advantages of Ortho-K

Glasses-free lifestyle

Say goodbye to eyeglasses all-day. With Ortho-K lenses you will no longer need to wear any eyeglasses, making everyday life easier without the limitation of eyeglasses.

Myopia control

Aside from correcting vision, Ortho-K lenses can slow down the progression of Myopia in children, giving them freedom from eyeglasses and lowers the chance of being Highly Myopic.

Non Surgical

Ortho-K is non-surgical. It simply corrects vision by using the lenses while sleeping. The wearer notices a difference in their vision as soon as they remove their eyeglasses as soon as they remove their lenses after waking up.

Conclusion

Ortho-K is an effective way to correct vision and be free form eyeglasses and daytime contact lenses. Great for people who are too young for refractive surgeries like LASIK and ICL, and for children who have Myopia and needs to be slowed down. It is also an alternative for people who wishes to have a non-surgical way to be free from eyeglasses.