Ortho K

LENSES BY NIGHT, CLEAR SIGHT BY DAY.

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A simple guide to Ortho K:

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• Ortho K offers you freedom from glasses and additionally from all daytime contact lenses.

• It is completely reversible.

• It can correct moderate short-sighted prescriptions and some astigmatism.

• It is also recommended for children as it can slow short-sighted progression.

• Custom-made, highly gas-permeable lenses are worn each night.

• It is a great alternative to laser eye surgery.

• If you require any more information please have a look at the manufacturers website here.

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Who can consider OrthoK?

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• Low to Medium short-sighted prescriptions (ask us if your prescription is within the treatable range).

• Contact lens wearers who find they can’t get the comfort their lifestyle demands.

• Those whose activities aren’t ideal for glasses or contact lens wear.

• People who’ve considered laser treatment but are concerned about the risks or can’t be treated.

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What is the procedure?

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• A current glasses prescription is needed to start the trial which can be our eye examination or we accept other opticians prescriptions.

• Images are taken of the cornea using a Topographer which bounces light off the front of  the eye.

• Custom-made lenses are worn only at night to gently reshape the front of the eye using it’s tear layer.

• We show how to insert, remove and care for the lenses.

• Further images are taken and prescription re-measured at each visit.

• The number of visits to get full effect varies (usually between 3 and 6 over a period of 1 to 3 months).

• Wear can be ceased at any time and the eyes then return to their previous prescription within a few days.

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How much does it cost?

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• £100 on first ordering lenses.

• £100 by direct debit 1 month later.

• £45pm by direct debit after that.

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What does this provide?

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• All appointments including future full eye examinations.

• New lenses automatically every 6 months.

• All solution to clean the lenses.

• Unlimited replacement lenses if damaged.

• One pair of replacement lenses a year if lost.

• Discounts on sunglasses and other accessories.

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Any  Questions?

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• To learn more about ortho k, please ask our optometrist (Tom Jackson) using or directly on 07976 278064.

• To ask about the scheme or book an appointment please contact us.