Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is becoming increasingly common among both children and adults. At Drizik Eye Care, we offer advanced Myopia Control solutions designed to help slow the progression of nearsightedness and support long-term eye health.
Myopia is a refractive error that causes distant objects to appear blurry while close-up objects remain clear. It occurs when the eye grows too long from front to back or when the cornea has excessive curvature, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it.
As myopia progresses, stronger prescriptions are often required to maintain clear vision. High levels of myopia can also increase the risk of serious eye conditions later in life, including retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
Choosing Myopia Control can provide several important benefits for patients of all ages.
Orthokeratology involves specially designed gas-permeable contact lenses worn overnight. These lenses gently reshape the cornea while you sleep, allowing clear vision during the day without glasses or contact lenses.
Benefits of Ortho-K include:
