If you want to wake up with clear vision without relying on glasses or daytime contact lenses, CRT lenses may just be what you need. These innovative, non-surgical lenses are worn overnight to gently reshape your cornea, correcting your vision while you sleep. By morning, you can enjoy clear, crisp vision all day long—no glasses, no daytime contacts, just freedom and convenience.
At Accurate Family Vision in Gilbert, we proudly offer Paragon CRT lenses, a trusted and FDA-approved option for managing myopia.
CRT/Ortho-K Lenses: Transforming Vision One Night at a Time
CRT (Corneal Refractive Therapy) is a type of Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) lens. They are specially designed rigid lenses designed for nighttime wear. While you sleep, they gently reshape your cornea, temporarily correcting blurry vision caused by myopia.
In the morning, when the lenses are removed, your cornea retains its adjusted shape, giving you clear vision throughout the day. Beyond vision correction, CRT and Ortho-K lenses also help slow the progression of myopia in children by addressing the elongation of the eye, a key factor in worsening myopia. This makes them an excellent choice for both vision improvement and long-term eye health protection.
How Do CRT/Ortho-K Lenses Work?
Here's how CRT or Ortho-K lenses work:
- These lenses are worn while you sleep. During the night, their gentle pressure reshapes the cornea, correcting refractive errors like myopia (nearsightedness).
- The lenses temporarily mold the cornea's curvature, ensuring light focuses correctly on the retina. By morning, this reshaping provides clear, sharp vision that lasts throughout the day. The effect is little to no need for glasses or
- The reshaping effect is reversible and lasts only as long as the lenses are worn regularly. If you stop wearing the lenses, your cornea will return to its natural shape, making this a safe and flexible alternative to surgical procedures.
Who Should Consider CRT/Ortho-K Lenses?
CRT and Ortho-K lenses are suitable for a wide range of individuals:
- Children and Teens with Myopia: These lenses are especially effective for young people whose myopia is still progressing. By slowing the progression of myopia, they reduce the risk of serious complications later in life, such as glaucoma, cataracts, or retinal detachment.
- Active Individuals: CRT and Ortho-K lenses are perfect for children and adults who lead active lifestyles. They provide the freedom to perform without being held back by glasses or daytime contact lenses.
- Adults Seeking Non-Surgical Vision Correction: For adults who want clear vision without undergoing LASIK or other surgical procedures, CRT and Ortho-K lenses offer an excellent, non-invasive alternative.
How to Get Started with CRT/Ortho-K Lenses
Beginning your journey with CRT or Ortho-K lenses is simple:
- Schedule a Comprehensive Eye Exam: Your journey begins with a detailed eye exam at Accurate Family Vision. During this visit, our eye care specialists will assess your vision and determine if CRT/Ortho-K lenses are the right option for you or your child.
- Detailed Corneal Mapping: We use advanced technology, such as corneal topography, to create a precise map of your cornea. This ensures your lenses are perfectly designed to reshape your cornea effectively.
- Custom Lens Fitting: Your CRT/Ortho-K lenses are custom-made based on the measurements of your eyes. Once they’re ready, you’ll return to our office for a fitting session.
- Training and Care Instructions: We’ll guide you on how to insert, remove, and care for your CRT/Ortho-K lenses.
- Overnight Trial and Follow-Up Visits: After wearing the lenses overnight, you’ll return for follow-up visits to monitor your progress and ensure the lenses are working as intended. These check-ins allow us to make any necessary adjustments.
- Enjoy Clear Vision During the Day: Once your eyes adapt to CRT/Ortho-K lenses, you’ll experience clear, glasses-free vision during the day.
Schedule a Myopia Consultation in Gilbert
At Accurate Family Vision, we specialize in advanced myopia management solutions, including CRT and Ortho-K lenses, to provide effective, non-surgical care tailored to your needs.
Our experienced team in Gilbert is here to guide you through every step of the process, from diagnosis to treatment, ensuring the best possible outcomes for your vision and long-term eye health.