Ortho-K in short for Orthokeratology, is the fitting of specially designed rigid gas permeable contact lenses that can be safely worn overnight.
Why children are great candidates for Ortho-K?
Ortho-K is suitable for children as a myopia control option, and reversible. While the child is asleep, the lenses gently reshape the front surface of the cornea so the child can see clearly the following day after an overnight wear. No eye glasses or contact lenses are needed during the day after treatment is taken place. Children make great Ortho-K wearers. They are highly motivated and learn how to care for their contact lenses quickly, even children as young as aged of 7 years. The contact lenses are placed on the eyes right before bed. The mild contact lens sensation disappears as soon as the eyes close for sleep, so children are not afraid to wear their contact lenses.
How do I know my child is suitable to wear Ortho-K?
Optometrist will conduct a pre-assessment before suggesting to the young patient as myopia control option. The assessment covers a strict clinical regimen to find out whether your child is suitable.
How often should my child replace contact lenses?
Optometrist will suggest the replacement of contact lenses. Frequent follow up visits with the optometrist are important to monitor the contact lenses and cornea health of the child.
What is the cost of the treatment?
Optometrist in our eye care centre will suggest the total cost of the contact lenses after pre-assessment is completed. The cost of orthokeratology ( Ortho-K ) contact lenses ranges from SGD $2000-$2800.
What if my child is not suitable?
Optometrist will recommend other options like multifocal contact lenses and multifocal eye glasses, if the child is not a suitable candidate. For more of our services, click here