Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) is a non-surgical, reversible vision correction method. You wear specially designed gas-permeable contact lenses overnight while you sleep. The lenses gently reshape the cornea (the front surface of your eye) so that light focuses accurately on the retina.
When you wake up and remove the lenses, you enjoy clear, unaided vision throughout the entire day. No glasses. No daytime contacts. Just clear, natural sight.
Ortho-K is also clinically proven to slow myopia progression in children and teenagers, making it a popular choice for parents seeking long-term myopia control.
Discover how Ortho-K fits seamlessly into an active Singapore lifestyle.
Wake up with clear, sharp vision. No reaching for glasses or inserting contacts first thing in the morning. Enjoy your whole day with naturally unobstructed sight.
Sports, swimming, outdoor activities, with no risk of losing or breaking glasses. Ortho-K gives you the freedom to move without worrying about your eyewear.
Ortho-K creates a positive defocus zone that reduces signals for eyeball elongation, clinically proven to slow myopia progression in children and teens.
Unlike LASIK, Ortho-K does not permanently alter your eye. If you stop wearing the lenses, your cornea gradually returns to its original shape.
Lenses are worn only during sleep, so your eyes remain naturally hydrated throughout the day — a great option for those who find daytime contacts uncomfortable.
For children and adults alike, navigating the world without visible eyewear can have a meaningful positive impact on self-esteem and daily performance.
Our optometrist conducts a detailed corneal mapping and refraction test to determine whether you are a suitable candidate for Ortho-K and to gather measurements for your custom lenses.
Your Ortho-K lenses are precision-crafted based on your corneal topography. Each pair is unique to you, ensuring a comfortable fit and effective reshaping.
Insert the lenses before sleep. While you rest, they gently and safely mold the front surface of your cornea so light enters your eye correctly.
Remove the lenses in the morning. Most patients notice improved vision after the very first night. Full effect typically stabilises within 1–2 weeks of consistent wear.
We schedule follow-up appointments to monitor your progress, verify corneal health, and adjust your lenses if needed, ensuring the best and safest long-term outcome.
Ortho-K is particularly beneficial for young patients whose myopia is still progressing. It corrects vision while simultaneously slowing down the rate of myopia increase.
Ideal for those who play sports, swim, or work in dusty environments where wearing glasses or daytime contacts is inconvenient or uncomfortable.
A great non-surgical alternative for those who want clear daytime vision but are not yet eligible for or comfortable with refractive surgery.
Ortho-K is generally suitable for people with mild to moderate myopia (up to approximately -6.00D). Our optometrists will assess your corneal shape, prescription, and lifestyle to determine the best approach for you or your child.
These are some of the transformations our patients have experienced at Eyecare Studio.
Sarah had worn glasses for years but found them limiting her active lifestyle. Within weeks of starting Ortho-K, she noticed a clear improvement in her vision. Now she enjoys full 20/20 clarity during the day without any daytime correction.
Mark struggled with nearsightedness that held him back from his favourite sports. After fitting with Ortho-K lenses, he woke up with improved visual acuity and could play freely without glasses or contacts, boosting both performance and confidence.
Emily needed a strong glasses prescription and dreamed of seeing clearly without them. After just 2 months of consistent Ortho-K wear, she achieved 20/20 vision, excelling in academics, athletics, and extracurricular activities with newfound confidence.
Ortho-K is commonly suitable for children and adults. However, a consultation with our optometrist is recommended to determine individual eligibility based on corneal shape and prescription.
Some patients experience improved vision after the very first night. Full results typically stabilise within 1–2 weeks of consistent nightly wear.
No. Ortho-K has been shown to slow down the progression of myopia, making it a beneficial option for myopia control, not a risk factor.
Most patients adapt comfortably after an initial adjustment period of a few days. Some mild awareness of the lenses is normal at first and typically subsides quickly.
Ortho-K is fully reversible. If you stop wearing the lenses, your cornea gradually returns to its original shape and your natural prescription resumes.
Our team will guide you through the cleaning and storage routine. Gas-permeable lenses require a specific cleaning solution and case. We provide full instructions and ongoing support at every follow-up.
Our optometrists will assess your suitability and walk you through the next steps.
