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Orthokeratology (Ortho K)Orthokeratology (Ortho K, corneal reshaping), is a vision correction treatment that can be used to eliminate the need for daytime contacts and glasses in people with nearsightedness (myopia).
Orthokeratology uses contact lens devices that are worn overnight while you sleep and reshape the surface of the eye similar to LASIK. Corneal Reshaping (orthokeratology) is a safe and effective alternative to LASIK for people who do not want to elect for surgery. It costs less than 1/3 the price of LASIK surgery and is completely reversible, so if you decide you want to do LASIK down the road, simply discontinue the use of the overnight contact devices. |
A notable advantage of Ortho K is its proven ability to slow or even stop the progression of nearsightedness in children and teens. Not only will orthokeratology eliminate the need for daytime glasses in these children, it will prevent them from becoming increasingly myopic, which is linked to increased risk for eye diseases as they age such as glaucoma, early cataract and retinal detachment.
This is a breakthrough in the fight against myopia, which has increased 66% in the US since 1971. Call Dr. Andrew Biondo at Kirkwood Eye Associates and come in for a FREE corneal reshaping screening to see if you qualify for this affordable opportunity to get rid of your daytime glasses and contacts.
This is a breakthrough in the fight against myopia, which has increased 66% in the US since 1971. Call Dr. Andrew Biondo at Kirkwood Eye Associates and come in for a FREE corneal reshaping screening to see if you qualify for this affordable opportunity to get rid of your daytime glasses and contacts.