Myopia Management
Myopia also known as nearsightedness, is a vision condition in which you can see clearly up close but objects at a distance appears blurry. With nearsightedness, the shape of your eye prevents light from bending properly, so that light is aimed in front of your retina instead of on your retina.
Factors that can increase the risk of Myopia
- Abnormal eye growth
- Habit-acquired activities: Some studies have shown that constant working, studying at close distance, or lack of outdoor activities can increase the risk of developing myopia.
- Family history or genetics: Ethnicity, age, and one’s environment are also factors that increase the risk of myopia
While myopia cannot be completely reversed, there are effective ways to slow its progression. There are many ways to manage myopia such as the use of glasses, MiYOSMART lenses, Ortho-K, or Japanese EDOF lenses.
Consult with your doctor to determine which approach would be the most viable treatment for you.
What are
Ortho-K Lenses?
Ortho-K lenses or Orthokeratology is a non-invasive treatment that helps manage myopia in children and adults.
Ortho-K is a special gas permeable lens designed to be used overnight and removed the next day to experience clear vision without interruption to your lifestyle. These overnight lenses work by flattening the center of the cornea, changing how light is bent as it focuses on the retina. This reshaping is temporary and requires regular use of the Ortho-K lenses.
This treatment option is recommended for:
- Those with myopia, astigmatism within the treatment threshold of Ortho K lenses (under 10 diopters for myopia and under 3 diopters for astigmatism).
- Children and young adults who may need an alternative to refractive surgery.
- Children and young adults that have myopia as a means to slow down myopia progression.
- Those with difficulty or discomfort in wearing framed glasses or regular contact lenses
Treatment Effects
Ortho-K contact lenses are prescribed for two purposes:
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To correct refractive errors (primarily myopia and astigmatism). By wearing Ortho-K for 6-8 hours overnight, the patient is able to see clearly throughout a certain period of time during the day without wearing glasses or other contact lenses.
- To slow myopia progression in children: This lens acts to inhibit growth of myopia and it can be applied to children with rapid myopia progression.
Features of Ortho-K Lenses
It is worn overnight
- Unlike normal contact lenses, Ortho K is worn while you are asleep and removed when you wake up.
Restorability
- The corneal reshaping is temporary, so you will need regular Ortho-K lenses. In case you stop wearing them, your corneal shape and eye’s refractive index will be restored.
It's most effective for mild to moderate myopia
- Depending on the lens manufacturer, the treatment threshold of Ortho K can be up to -10 diopters of myopia and -3 diopters of astigmatism. However, it is most effective for eyes of low to moderate myopia (from -1 diopter to -4 diopters) and mild astigmatism (no more than -1 diopter).
It takes time to get maximum effect
- Ortho K lenses take some time to reshape the cornea, so depending on your initial refractive index, your maximum vision will be reached after 1 to 4 weeks on average. For eyes with low myopia, the maximum vision can be reached after a few days. Until your eyes are fully adjusted, they may get blurred vision, glared, and halos around the lights. In some cases, you may need to wear glasses with a lower refractive index in daytime during the orthopedic procedure to support your vision.
What are MiYOSMART Lenses (Eyeglasses)?
Miyosmart lenses are cutting-edge myopia control lenses that combine the latest in optical science with advanced technology to help manage and slow down myopia progression.
These lenses use Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (DIMS) technology, which creates a unique design that reduces the eye's excessive elongation—a key factor in the development of myopia. By wearing Miyosmart lenses, children and young adults can experience clearer vision while actively controlling the progression of their myopia.
Recommended for:
Children aged 6-18 years. Suitable for children with mild to moderate myopia and can be prescribed by an eye care professional after a comprehensive eye exam.
What are EDOF Japanese Lenses?
Extended Depth Of Focus is a non-invasive treatment that helps manage myopia in children and young adults.
EDOF is a soft contact lens design to use in daytime that seamlessly harmonizes precision and flexibility, catering to the evolving needs of wearers with emerging near vision requirements and eye care professionals alike. This lens delivers exceptional visual performance across all distances.
Recommended for:
Children and young adults with myopia and some presbyopes. During your consultation, our experts will determine if EDOF lenses are the right choice for your specific visual requirements.
Meet our expert doctors!
Dr. Cristita Pamen-Amansec, O.D.
クリスティータ・パメン - アムナセク
Dr. Lyn Panganiban- Botalon, O.D
シャーマイン リン パンガニバン ボタロン
Dr. Ingrid Valerie G. Cruz, O.D
イングリッド・ヴァレリー・G・クルーズ
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