Orthokeratology, also called ortho-k, is part of our myopia management care for children and teens. These custom overnight lenses provide clear daytime vision without glasses and can help slow myopia progression when used consistently.
What Is Ortho-K?
Orthokeratology uses specially designed rigid contact lenses worn during sleep. The lenses gently reshape the surface of the cornea overnight so your child can see clearly during the day without glasses or daytime contact lenses.
Because ortho-k is part of myopia management, our focus is not only clear vision today. The goal is to slow how quickly nearsightedness increases over time, supported by steady follow-up and careful measurement.
Why Choose Eye Rx — Stone Ridge for Ortho-K?
Families choose Eye Rx - Stone Ridge because care is medically focused, calm, and guided by clear explanations. We take time to help parents understand myopia progression, review options, and choose a plan that fits a child’s routine and comfort.
Dr. Jennifer Sun has a special interest in pediatric vision and myopia management and brings extensive experience helping families navigate next steps with confidence. Ortho-k is offered as part of a broader approach to long-term eye health, not as a one-time solution.
How Ortho-K Helps with Myopia
Ortho-k provides clear daytime vision by reshaping the cornea overnight, but it can also support myopia management goals by changing how light focuses on the retina. This is one reason ortho-k is often considered for children whose prescriptions are changing year after year.
At our Stone Ridge office, we use corneal topography to carefully measure the eye and monitor changes. This supports safety, comfort, and a clear understanding of how your child’s eyes are responding.
Who May Be a Candidate for Ortho-K?
Ortho-k may be a good fit for children and teens who need clear daytime vision and whose myopia is progressing. Candidacy depends on prescription, corneal shape, eye health, and readiness to follow lens wear and care instructions.
Ortho-k can be a strong option for:
- Children or teens with progressing myopia who want freedom from daytime glasses or contact lenses.
- Active children who play sports and prefer not to wear glasses during activities.
- Families who want a structured myopia management plan with consistent follow-up.
What to Expect from an Ortho-K Evaluation
An ortho-k evaluation includes a detailed review of your child’s vision history, a careful assessment of eye health, and precise measurements to determine whether ortho-k is appropriate. If your child is a candidate, we design custom lenses and provide clear training for insertion, removal, cleaning, and safe wear.
Families receive straightforward guidance on what the adjustment period may feel like and what follow-up visits are needed to confirm fit, comfort, and progress.
Follow-Up and Safety
Ortho-k is a medical contact lens program that requires routine follow-up. These visits allow your doctor to evaluate eye health, confirm that the lenses are performing as intended, and make adjustments when needed.
We review hygiene, wear schedule, and comfort at each step. If ortho-k is no longer the best fit, we will guide you toward another myopia management option that supports your child’s long-term vision goals.
Ortho-K within a Larger Myopia Plan
Ortho-k is one option within myopia management at Eye Rx — Stone Ridge. Some children do best with specialty soft contact lenses, while others prefer myopia-control glasses such as Stellest® lenses. Your eye doctor will help you compare options and choose a plan that fits your child’s needs, routine, and comfort.
Questions Families Commonly Ask About Ortho-K
Is Ortho-K safe for children? Ortho-k can be safe when a child is properly evaluated, fit with custom lenses, and monitored through regular follow-up. Safe wear and hygiene are essential, and our team provides clear training and ongoing guidance.
Will my child still need glasses later in life? Ortho-k corrects vision when worn as directed and may support myopia management goals. Myopia management is designed to slow progression, not eliminate the need for vision correction permanently.
How soon will my child see clearly during the day? Many children notice improved daytime vision early in the process, but results vary. Your doctor will explain what to expect and will confirm progress during scheduled follow-up visits.
If your child’s prescription is changing often and you want a clear plan for myopia management, our team is here to help. Schedule a consultation to learn whether ortho-k is a fit and what options make sense for your child.