Orthokeratology (Ortho-K)
Wake up, see clearly — no glasses, no lenses. Night-time lenses that correct vision and control myopia.
- Who it's for
- Children and adults
- Duration
- 45 minutes, over several visits
- Includes
- Topography, counselling, trial
Wake up. See clearly. No glasses.
Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) lenses gently reshape the front of the eye while you sleep, so you or your child can see clearly all day without glasses or contact lenses. They are also one of the most effective tools for myopia control.
Saoji Vision Care is among the pioneers of Orthokeratology in India, with precise fitting using the latest instruments and software, and the largest Ortho-K lens inventory in the country. We also offer day-time Ortho-K — rare to find anywhere else.
How Ortho-K works
Ortho-K lenses are worn while you sleep. Overnight they gently reshape the front of the eye, so you see clearly all day with no glasses or contact lenses.
The technique has been around for many years, but modern lens materials and designs have made it very safe. Ortho-K is also one of the most effective ways to slow myopia in children.
What we check and offer
- Night-time Ortho-KGet rid of glasses and control myopia with lenses worn only while sleeping.
- Day-time Ortho-KA rarely available option, offered at SVC.
- Soft Ortho-KA soft-lens option for suitable eyes.
- Precision fittingCorneal topography maps your eye at over 1 lakh points; lenses are fitted virtually before ordering.
- Largest inventoryThe largest Ortho-K lens inventory in the country, so trials happen fast.
- Counselling & short trialWe explain suitability, results and care before you commit.
At a glance
Book an Ortho-K consultation. Monday to Saturday, 10:30 am to 8:00 pm, or call +91 93737 72654.
Book a visit- Clinic
- Saoji Vision Care, Dharampeth, Nagpur
- Led by
- Optom. Yeshwant Saoji and team
- Who it's for
- Children and adults
- Duration
- 45 minutes, over several visits
- Includes
- Topography, counselling, trial
- Fees
- Full trial approx. ₹5,000
Questions about Orthokeratology
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How do I know if my child needs myopia control?
Key signs your child may need myopia control include: wearing glasses with a minus (-) prescription that gets stronger each year, squinting to see the board at school, spending more than 3 hours daily on screens, doing less than 1 hour of outdoor activity daily, or having a parent with high myopia. If your child shows two or more of these signs, a professional evaluation at a myopia control clinic is strongly recommended.
At what age should children start myopia control treatment?
Myopia control is most effective when started as early as possible after myopia is first detected. Children's eyes grow fastest between ages 6 and 14, so beginning treatment in this window produces the best long-term results. There is no minimum age — if myopia is present, control should be discussed immediately.
Does my child need Ortho-K lenses or glasses for myopia control?
The best myopia control option depends on your child's age, prescription strength, eye measurements, and lifestyle. Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) night lenses are the most effective option (up to 90% slowing), followed by Atropine drops and specially designed spectacle lenses. A full evaluation at Saoji Vision Care will determine the personalised best approach.
What is myopia and why is it increasing so rapidly in children?
Myopia (short-sightedness or minus power in glasses) is a condition where the eyeball grows too long, making distant objects appear blurry. It is increasing rapidly because children today spend far more time on screens and close-up study in small spaces, with very little outdoor play. This sustained near-work puts stress on the growing visual system. The WHO estimates that by 2050, half the global population will be myopic, making early myopia control the most important preventive eye health intervention for children today.", "url": "https://www.saojivisioncare.com/myopia-control-clinic#what-is-myopia
Is myopia dangerous or does it only need glasses?
Myopia is far more than a glasses issue. As minus power increases, so does the risk of vision-threatening complications in adulthood including retinal detachment, myopic maculopathy (which can cause legal blindness), cataract, and glaucoma. A person with -5.00 D myopia is 4 times more likely to suffer a myopia-related complication than a contact-lens complication in their lifetime. The higher the minus power, the greater the risk — which is why controlling myopia progression in childhood is essential.", "url": "https://www.saojivisioncare.com/myopia-control-clinic#myopia-risks
What is the best treatment for myopia control in children?
Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) night-wear contact lenses are the most widely used and most effective myopia control treatment globally, capable of slowing progression by up to 90%. Other options include low-concentration Atropine eye drops (40–60% control), specially designed myopia control spectacle lenses, and binocular vision therapy for certain cases. The best treatment depends on the child's age, prescription, eye measurements, and lifestyle. A combination approach is often most effective.", "url": "https://www.saojivisioncare.com/myopia-control-clinic#treatment-options
Related services
Binocular Vision ExaminationA detailed test of how your two eyes work as a team, for unexplained eye strain, focusing trouble, headaches and slow reading.
Vision Therapy & Amblyopia ClinicSupervised exercises that strengthen the eye muscles and rebuild coordination between the two eyes, usually over about 12 sittings.
Myopia Control ClinicEvidence-based myopia control for children: eyeball length measurement, prediction graphs and every treatment option under one roof.