Manage Myopia with Ortho-K Lenses in Commerce, GA

Imagine your child waking up with clear vision; no glasses, no daytime contact lenses, and no surgery. Orthokeratology (ortho-k) lenses are contact lenses worn overnight that gently reshape the surface of the eye to temporarily correct myopia.

At Commerce Family Eyecare, we offer ortho-k as a convenient alternative to glasses and a proven way to slow the progression of nearsightedness in children. For active kids and busy families, it’s one of the most effective tools in long-term myopia management.

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What Are Ortho-K Lenses?

Ortho-k lenses are custom-fitted, oxygen-permeable contact lenses that work while your child sleeps. Made from rigid, breathable materials, they’re carefully shaped to mold the surface of the eye, correcting vision without surgery.

Each pair is tailored to your child’s unique eye shape and prescription. The result? Clear vision by morning and the added benefit of slowing the progression of their nearsightedness.

How Ortho-K Helps Control Myopia

As your child’s eyes grow, the shape of the eye can elongate, which increases the degree of nearsightedness and raises the risk of developing serious eye diseases later in life.

By gently reshaping the front of the eye each night, ortho-k treatment slows this elongation process. Clinical studies show that ortho-k lenses can reduce the rate of myopia progression in children when worn consistently.

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Who Can Benefit from Ortho-K?

Ortho-k lenses are ideal for children, teens, and even some adults who want to be free of glasses. You or your child may be a great candidate if:

  • They have mild to moderate myopia (nearsightedness)
  • Their vision prescription has increased more than once in the past year
  • They lead an active lifestyle or play sports
  • They frequently lose or damage glasses or contact lenses
  • They want a non-surgical alternative to LASIK
  • They experience dry eyes with soft contacts
  • You want to reduce your child’s long-term risk of eye diseases linked to high myopia

Because ortho-k lenses are worn overnight and removed in the morning, they offer an excellent solution for kids who want all-day vision without having to manage lenses or frames at school, on the field, or during play.

Ortho-K Treatment at Commerce Family Eyecare

We’re proud to be one of the few practices in Georgia offering advanced myopia management tools like ortho-k lenses. Our eye doctors are experienced in fitting these lenses and use cutting-edge corneal mapping technology to ensure every lens is custom-fit for comfort and effectiveness.

As the first provider to bring myopia control treatments to families in Commerce, we understand the importance of staying ahead of vision problems. From advanced diagnosis to personalized follow-up care, we make long-term vision protection accessible and close to home.

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Step 4: Follow-Up Visits

In the first few weeks, we’ll bring your child in for regular follow-ups to ensure the lenses are working as expected and that the eyes are responding well. Once the fit is confirmed and vision is stable, we’ll continue monitoring myopia progression every 6–12 months.

Understanding The Treatment Process

Managing myopia is a hands-on process, but most families find it easy to incorporate it into their routine once the lenses are fitted. Here’s how it works:

Step 1: Eye Mapping and Fitting

We start with a comprehensive eye exam and corneal topography, which creates a 3D map of your child’s eye surface. These measurements enable us to design ortho-k lenses tailored for optimal comfort, fit, and effectiveness.

Step 2: Custom Lens Ordering

Once we’ve confirmed ortho-k is a good match, we’ll order your child’s lenses. These aren’t off-the-shelf contacts; each pair is made to match the unique shape and prescription of your child’s eyes.

Step 3: Wear Lenses Overnight

After training you and your child on how to insert, remove, and clean the lenses, your child will begin wearing them while they sleep. The reshaping effect occurs overnight, giving them clear vision the next day.

Ready to Explore Whether Ortho-K Can Help?

 Schedule a comprehensive myopia evaluation at Commerce Family Eyecare. Our team will assess their current vision, measure eye growth, and walk you through the best options for long-term myopia control, including whether overnight lenses like ortho-k are a good match.

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