The Growing Concern of Childhood Myopia
More children today are developing nearsightedness (myopia) at younger ages, and parents want to know how to stop it from getting worse. Two popular options are myopia control glasses (special lenses like DIMS or Stellest) and Ortho-K (orthokeratology) lenses. Both can help, but they work in different ways.
What is Ortho-K?
Ortho-K lenses are worn at night while your child sleeps. These custom-designed lenses gently reshape the cornea so that, in the morning, your child removes them and sees clearly all day without glasses or contact lenses. Ortho-K is non-surgical, safe, and reversible, making it suitable even for younger children.
Ortho-K vs Myopia Control Glasses
Here’s a simple comparison for parents:
- Vision Freedom:
○ Ortho-K: No glasses or lenses during the day, perfect for sports and swimming.
○ Myopia Control Glasses: Worn all day; can still slip, fog up, or break during activities. Myopia Control Effectiveness
○ Ortho-K: Studies show a 40–60% reduction in progression.○ Myopia Control Glasses: Studies show a 30–50% reduction in progression.
- Comfort & Adaptation
○ Ortho-K: Worn only at night; takes a few days to adapt.
○ Myopia Control Glasses: Easy adaptation, just like regular glasses. - Age Suitability
○ Ortho-K: Safe for children as young as 6–7 years with parental supervision.
○ Myopia Control Glasses: Suitable for almost all ages. - Lifestyle Fit
○ Ortho-K: Ideal for active children who play sports, swim, or dislike glasses.
○ Myopia Control Glasses: Better for children not comfortable with contact lenses.
Why Parents in Hyderabad Choose Reform Vision
Both Ortho-K and myopia control glasses are effective at slowing myopia progression. The
choice depends on your child’s lifestyle and needs:
● If your child is active, dislikes glasses, or wants full freedom in daily life → Ortho-K is the better option.
● If your child is young, not ready for contact lenses, or prefers the simplicity of glasses → Myopia control glasses may be more suitable.
Which Should Parents Choose?
At Reform Vision Hyderabad, we specialize in both Ortho-K and myopia control strategies. Using advanced corneal topography and lens technology, we provide customized solutions that fit each child’s lifestyle and eye health needs.
Final Takeaway
For long-term eye health, both Ortho-K and myopia control glasses work. The right choice depends on your child’s comfort, activities, and vision goals. Our team at Reform Vision helps families decide what’s best for their children.
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