Nowadays, as the incidence of myopia continues to rise, more and more people are beginning to pay attention to the issue of protecting their eyesight. Among them, the new anti-myopia product of shaping orthokeratology has attracted much attention. However, what exactly are its advantages and disadvantages compared to traditional glasses?As a health manager in the medical industry, I will explain the benefits and disadvantages of orthokeratology from a professional perspective. Let's find out!
1.What is a contoured keratology?
Orthokeratology is a special type of glasses that can correct vision by changing the shape of the cornea. It is made of high-tech materials and can be used while sleeping, so you don't need to wear glasses or glasses during the day.
2.Advantages of contouring orthokeratology
1) Effectively control the deepening of myopia: The orthokeratology realizes the correction of myopia by changing the shape of the cornea, which has a significant effect on controlling the deepening of myopia.
2) Applicable to a wide range of people: Orthokeratology is suitable for various types of myopia, there is no age limit, and it is an ideal correction method for people with vision problems.
3) You can have clear vision throughout the day: Use the orthokeratology lens at night and then remove it the next morning, you can enjoy clear vision throughout the day, without wearing glasses or glasses.
3.Disadvantages of contouring keratoscopes
1)**Expensive: Orthokeratology is a high-end product, which is much more expensive than traditional glasses or glasses, and the cost of use will be higher considering factors such as service life.
2) Not for everyone: Because orthokeratology lenses need to be customized and fitted, they are not suitable for everyone. For some people, allergies, infections and other problems may occur, and it is necessary to pay attention to the safety of use.
Contouring orthokeratology has distinct advantages over traditional glasses or glasses. However, it also has certain disadvantages, such as ** grid, etc. Therefore, when choosing a contouring keratoscope, it should be selected and evaluated on an individual basis. For people who use orthokeratology, it is also very important to take care of your eyes and pay attention to hygiene.
Myopia has become a health problem that modern people cannot ignore, and the new anti-myopia product of orthokeratology provides us with a selective solution. When choosing to use it, you should weigh its advantages and disadvantages and choose a suitable anti-myopia method.
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References: 1Wang Yongxing, Gu Feng, Liu Taiping. Development and application of orthokeratology[J].Chinese Journal of Optometry and Visual Science, 2015, 27(7):514-516
2.Zheng Xiaohui, Yang Lixia, Zhang Tianqi. Application value of orthokeratology in the prevention and control of myopia in children[J].Chinese Journal of Experimental Ophthalmology, 2019, 37(7):638-640