Is Orthokeratology a new procedure?
No. As a matter of fact, the safety and advantages of corneal molding have been realized by both doctors and patients for over 40 years. These benefits, however, depend on the doctor’s ability to perform an exacting diagnosis to include precise measurement of the corneal shape. Modern advances in computer technology and diagnostic instrumentation have made Orthokeratology a more precise science. Today’s computerized Corneal Topographers, which precisely measure and map the cornea, as well as major advances in corneal molding lens design and materials, have dramatically improved the effectiveness of this procedure.
