Ortho-K: The Overnight Solution to Myopia Control

If you or your child has been struggling with worsening nearsightedness, you’re not alone. Myopia is becoming increasingly common, especially in children. The good news? There’s a way to manage it without daytime glasses or contact lenses. Orthokeratology—better known as Ortho-K—offers a non-surgical, overnight solution to help control myopia progression.

What is Ortho-K?

Ortho-K is a specially designed gas-permeable contact lens that gently reshapes the cornea while you sleep. By the time you wake up and remove the lenses, your eyes have temporarily adjusted, allowing you to see clearly throughout the day without the need for glasses or daytime contacts.
 

Unlike traditional contact lenses that sit on the eye all day, Ortho-K lenses do their work overnight, giving you freedom from eyewear during the day. This makes them an appealing option for children, active individuals, and anyone looking for a non-invasive way to slow myopia progression.
 

Why Consider Ortho-K for Myopia Control?

For many people, myopia doesn’t just mean needing stronger glasses every year—it can increase the risk of serious eye conditions later in life, including retinal detachment, glaucoma, and myopic maculopathy. Ortho-K is not just about clear vision; it’s about long-term eye health.
 

By gently flattening the cornea, Ortho-K alters how light enters the eye, helping to slow myopia progression in children and teenagers. Research has shown that Ortho-K can significantly reduce the rate at which myopia worsens, making it one of the most effective options for managing nearsightedness early on.
 

Who is Ortho-K For?

• Children and teens with progressive myopia

• Adults who want to be free from glasses or daytime contacts but aren’t interested in LASIK

• Athletes and active individuals who prefer not to wear corrective lenses during the day

• People with dry eye who struggle with regular contact lenses
   

What to Expect with Ortho-K

Getting started with Ortho-K is a straightforward process. During an initial consultation, Dr. Wu takes precise measurements of your cornea to ensure a perfect fit for your custom lenses. The adjustment period varies from person to person, but most people notice significant improvement within the first few nights of wear.
 

Regular follow-ups ensure your vision stays clear and that the lenses continue to provide effective myopia control. Since Ortho-K is a non-surgical and reversible treatment, it’s a flexible option for growing children whose vision is still changing.
 

A Clearer Future Without Daytime Lenses

Myopia control is about more than just vision—it’s about protecting long-term eye health. Ortho-K offers a practical, non-invasive way to slow myopia progression while providing clear, glasses-free vision during the day.
 

If your child is dealing with worsening nearsightedness, Ortho-K might be the right solution. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Wu at Fresh Pond Eye Care to learn more about how this innovative treatment can fit into your lifestyle. Contact our office in Ridgewood, New York, by calling (646) 481-8579 or Click here to get in touch with us.