Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) — Clear Vision All Day, With Nothing on Your Eyes

Glasses that slide during practice. Contacts that dry out by 3pm. For kids and adults who are done managing lenses all day, Ortho-K offers something different — corrective lenses worn only while you sleep.

What Is Ortho-K?

Ortho-K uses custom-fit, gas-permeable lenses worn overnight. While you sleep, the lens gently reshapes the surface of the cornea. In the morning, you remove the lens and see clearly throughout the day — no glasses, no daytime contacts. The effect is temporary and reverses gradually if lens wear stops, which is part of why it’s considered a safe, non-surgical option.

Who Should Consider Ortho-K?

• Young athletes and swimmers who don’t want to manage glasses or contacts during activity

• Children not yet ready for the responsibility of daytime contact lens care

• Adults who dislike wearing glasses or contacts but aren’t LASIK candidates, or want a non-surgical option

• Patients whose dry eye makes daytime contact lens wear uncomfortable

Is It Safe?

Ortho-K lenses have been FDA-cleared for corneal reshaping since 2002 and are considered safe, effective, and reversible when properly fitted and cared for. As with any contact lens worn overnight, following the prescribed cleaning routine is essential — most complications trace back to improper lens care rather than the treatment itself.

What to Expect

Most patients notice a vision improvement after the first night, with full effect typically developing over one to two weeks of consistent wear. Some mild lens awareness in the first few nights is normal and typically resolves quickly.

Backed by Objective Monitoring

Ortho-K patients on our myopia management program are also tracked on the Topcon MYAH, which measures axial length — the clearest indicator of whether the eye's growth is actually slowing. It's a required step before fitting and a routine part of every follow-up visit.

Which Path Is Right for Your Child?

Every child is different. Let Dr. Wong assess your child’s prescription trend, lifestyle, and candidacy — then recommend the treatment most likely to succeed for your family.

Schedule a Myopia Management Consultation today!