What is OrthoK? Optometrist explains

Welcome to the world of OrthoK! We'll answer common questions: 00:00 Intro to OrthoK 00:50 What is Orthokeratology? 01:27 How OrthoK works? 02:29 Am I suitable for OrthoK? 05:28 What are the downsides of OrthoK 07:38 How much does OrthoK cost? 07:51 Why is OrthoK so expensive? 09:41 How long do the effects of OrthoK lasts 10:06 How much will my vision improve with OrthoK 10:55 Can I have LASIK surgery after OrthoK? 11:54 How do I get OrthoK Connect with me: linkedin.com/syafiqkusni visit my website at myopiceye.com I'm Syafiq Kusni, an optometrist based in Perth, Western Australia, and I'm incredibly passionate about managing short-sightedness through OrthoK (Orthokeratology) contact lenses. Throughout the video, I've referenced some insightful research papers: 1. Jayakumar J, Swarbrick HA. The effect of age on short-term orthokeratology. Optom Vis Sci. 2005 Jun;82(6):505-11. 2. Cho P, Cheung SW. Retardation of myopia in Orthokeratology (ROMIO) study: a 2-year randomized clinical trial. Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci. 2012 Oct 11;53(11):7077-85 3. Chen C, Cheung SW, Cho P. Myopia control using toric orthokeratology (TO-SEE study). Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci. 2013 Oct 3;54(10):6510-7 4. Liu YM, Xie P. The Safety of Orthokeratology--A Systematic Review. Eye Contact Lens. 2016 Jan;42(1):35-42. 5. Bullimore MA, Sinnott LT, Jones-Jordan LA. The risk of microbial keratitis with overnight corneal reshaping lenses. Optom Vis Sci. 2013 Sep;90(9):937-44 6. Bullimore MA, Mirsayafov DS, Khurai AR, Kononov LB, Asatrian SP, Shmakov AN, Richdale K, Gorev VV. Pediatric Microbial Keratitis With Overnight Orthokeratology in Russia. Eye Contact Lens. 2021 Jul 1;47(7):420-425. This video is for entertainment and informational purposes only. It does not substitute professional medical advice. Please consult your local optometrist or eye doctor for specific guidance tailored to your individual needs.