Myopia Management
What is Myopia (Short-Sightedness)?
Myopia occurs when the eyeball grows fast and becomes too long, or the cornea is too thick, causing images that should focus on the retina to focus in front of it.
The incidence of myopia in children, globally, is expected to rise significantly due to the change of lifestyles. One significant factor is the increase in near-work activities like using digital devices, studying, reading and spending less time outdoors. Hereditary, behavioural, and environmental factors also play a part. Currently, myopia is affecting around 30% of the world’s population.
Scientists are predicting that myopia will affect 50% of the global population by 2050. By managing myopia from a young age, we aim to slow down the progression of myopia to ensure your child is getting the very best vision possible and reduce the risk of long term eye conditions linked to myopia.
Ortho-K (Orthokeratology)
These revolutionary highly permeable contact lenses have been designed to work overnight while you sleep, so you are able to see during the day without the need for spectacles or contact lenses. The lenses work by gently reshaping the cornea by applying the lightest of pressures to the front surface of the eye.
The visual correction provided by Ortho-K will, as a minimum, last the duration of a full day. Ortho-K offers the freedom of visual correction during the day for adults and is a safe and effective method for reduce the rate of myopia progression in children.
Benefits of Ortho-K
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Visual correction without the need for glasses or contact lenses during the day.
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A proven way to slow down the rate of myopic progression.
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Reduced risk of eye conditions caused by myopia.
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Reduced risk of infection compared to ordinary contact lens wear.
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Simple reversibility within a few days by discontinuing the wear.
Are You Suitable For Ortho-K?
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Yes, if your myopia ranges from low to mid, no matter your age.
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Yes, if you have considered laser eye surgery but are worried about the risks.
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Yes, if you partake in water and contact sport.
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Yes, if your spectacles or contact lenses are a hindrance during leisure activities.
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Yes, if you long for clear daytime vision without the requirement of spectacles or contact lenses.
Speak to us today to see if Ortho-K is right for you!
MiYOSMART by Hoya
MiYOSMART cutting edge research, conducted by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, showed that myopia progression can be managed by providing clear vision and constant myopic defocus simultaneously.
These innovative spectacle lenses provide a unique approach to myopia management which is safe, non-invasive, and easy to use. They can be used in place of ordinary glasses worn every day, or in addition to myopia management contact lenses.
MiYOSMART spectacle lenses use innovated D.I.M.S. Technology by incorporating a treatment zone that targets the progression of myopia. This treatment zone consists of hundreds of small segments which provide additional correction. Your child will be able to have the beauty of clear vision while the spectacle lenses work their magic.
*To find out more about myopia and MiYOSMART lenses, follow this link: MiYOSMART by Hoya.
MiSight by CooperVision
These clever one-day soft contact lenses utilise ActivControl technology. This special optical design can provide clear vision while reducing the signal that is telling the eye to grow too long. The permeability of the lens design allows for an increase in oxygen flow, which provides your child’s eyes with the best possible comfort throughout the day. These lenses are clinically approved for children from the age of 8 and offer no fuss maintenance due to being single use. To achieve the optimum results, it is recommended that MiSight contact lenses are worn for at least 8 hours in the day, for at least 5 days of the week.
The importance of treatment has increased significantly since myopia is worsening faster in younger children than ever. Early treatment is key!
