Orthokeratology lenses are custom-made lenses that your child has to use overnight. When your child wakes up they can see clearly and be free of contact lenses and glasses throughout the day.
There are currently 3 different therapies that have been studied and shown to slow the progression of myopia. The doctors at Ridgeview Eye Care prescribe all 3 therapy options and can recommend which option might be best for your child.
Orthokeratology lenses are custom-made lenses that your child has to use overnight. When your child wakes up they can see clearly and be free of contact lenses and glasses throughout the day.
These are specially designed lenses that have concentric rings with the center part focusing for distance.
Atropine eye drops are the simplest solution for myopia treatment. It is a pharmacological eye drop that has to be instilled in the eye right before bedtime.
This is a brief overview of each therapy. More detailed information can be found on the website and in future blog posts. If you have any questions, please contact our office.
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