Risks and Benefits of The Gentle Vision Shaping System
Advantages to OrthoKeratology
- Safer than refractive surgery
- Works while you sleep
- Much better solution for patients with dry eyes
- Studies show it
prevents the progression of
nearsightedness in children
- It’s reversible
- Proven technique for over 30 years
Disadvantages to OrthoKeratology
- Risk of eye infection similar to that of traditional contact lens wearers, though many times less than the complication rate experienced by LASIK patients
- Possible halos at night
- Fluctuating vision
It is good to know that because ortho-K is reversible symptoms that you may experience such as halos and fluctuating vision are reversible.
Schedule your free consultation with the Dr. Driscoll the OrthoKDoctor at Total Eye Care online or call
817.416.0333 817.431.4900
Colleyville Keller