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Lens for Orthokeratology: A Complete Guide to Ortho-K Treatment

Written By Lauren Anderson

Imagine being able to wake up in the morning with corrected vision, without having to use glasses or contact lenses all day. That’s the idea behind orthokeratology, usually shortened to Ortho-K.

Ortho-K has become increasingly popular for children with progressing myopia, adults who aren’t fans of daytime lenses, and people who aren’t ready for laser eye surgery.

We’re going to explain what a lens for orthokeratology is, how these lenses reshape the eye, and what you should realistically expect from this treatment.

What Are Keratoconus Symptoms? What To Look Out For

Written By Lauren Anderson

Are you wondering if you have keratoconus?

Keratoconus symptoms generally start slowly. Your vision might gradually become blurrier, or lights may start to look strange at night. You’ll also probably find your glasses stop working as well as they should.

In this article, we’ll discuss the most common signs of keratoconus and talk about why it affects vision the way it does.

However, these symptoms could point to a huge range of conditions, so it’s important not to leap to any conclusions about what could be going on with your vision. Instead, speak to your eye doctor so they can properly diagnose you.

Can I Wear Contacts With a Stye?

Written By Lauren Anderson

If you’ve got a stye on your eyelid, you already know how sore and annoying they can get.

But what if you use contacts? You may be asking, can I wear contacts with a stye?

Technically, you can. But it’s not recommended by eye doctors. The good news is that most styes usually clear up on their own within a week or two.

In this post, we’re going to talk about why contacts and styes don’t tend to mix, what having a stye really means, how long to avoid contacts, and what can help your eye heal faster.

How To Get Something Out of Your Eye: Top Tips To Try

Written By Amina Katana

Is something stuck in your eye? This can be a frustrating and uncomfortable experience!

If you’re wondering how to get something out of your eye, I’m here to help. These tips will help you remove the object, whether it’s an eyelash or a piece of fluff (where do they even come from?).

There are also times when it’s best to seek medical help. We’ll go through the differences between a DIY job and a seek-urgent-care situation.

How Long Does Eye Dilation Last?

Written By Lauren Anderson

Eye dilation is a routine part of some eye exams. It helps your optometrist get a proper look at the back of your eye, but the effects can last longer than people expect.

The good news is that it’s temporary. You may be asking, how long does eye dilation last exactly? That depends on a few different factors.