Orthokeratology
What our Patients are saying...
ORTHO K Testimonials
Here's what our Orthokeratology patients are saying...
OrthoK has been great for us! The main reason we decided to try OrthoK was to stop or slow down Alison's progression of nearsightedness. Myopia runs in my family and I did not want her to be extremely nearsighted if I could help it. The other reason is that Alison plays basketball year round and she did not want the hassle of glasses and contact lenses and sports. It's very easy to pop the lenses in at night, take them out in the morning and her vision is great, and her vision has remained stable for two years. Dr. Heather has a passion for OrthoK and kids and I recommend her highly.
~Alison R's mom
I love OrthoK! It is so easy to do and I cannot feel the lenses at all! It is so great to not have to worry about day time contacts or glasses! I wake up and I can see!
~Alison R
My 17 year old son, Matthew, has been a patient of Dr. Heather Sorensen since 2007 and began OrthoK about 3 years ago at her suggestion. Prior to wearing the lenses, Matthew's vision was getting worse at each visit and Dr. Sorensen told us that with OrthoK, there would be a very good chance his prescription would remain the same, and she was right. Matthew's prescription has not changed at all since he began OrthoK. I could not be happier with the results!
No more glasses, no daytime contact lens issues, just pops the lenses in before he goes to bed, pops them out in the morning and off he goes! Initially, Matthew had issues getting the lenses out, but the office had him come in right away and worked with him on removing the lenses.
Matthew will be attending Bowling Green State University in the fall, and we will be moving to Toledo, but we will be coming back to New Albany twice a year so he can continue OrthoK under Dr. Sorensen's supervision, as I don't trust his eyes to anyone else!
~Matt M's mom
My experience with OrthoK has been great over the five years I have had them. It was difficult to get used to at first but I love them. I barely notice them at night when I sleep because it feels so natural, and then in the morning I can see perfectly! I would strongly recommend these lenses to anyone because they are hassle-free and they work extremely well!
~Matt M
I love OrthoK. Not having to be burdened with wearing glases or contacts is great. It is so easy. Pop them in at night, sleep, wake up and pop them out. Wish I knew about it sooner!
~Tracy K
I recently got OrthoK and my experience has been amazing! Although I had to wait a while to get my lenses (and go through the struggle of wearing glasses), when I finally got them, I couldn't be happier. It takes a while to get used to, but when you do, you don't feel the lenses.
~Idania T
I suffered from years of dry eyes after wearing daily contact lenses for too many hours per day. After a consult for Lasik surery, I decided to keep looking for other options. After meeting with Dr. Sorensen, I decided to give the OrthoK contacts a try. That was 4 years ago and I have never been so happy with my vision! I no longer suffer from dry eyes and my vision is better than with contacts. I recommend this to anyone who wants excellent vision and does not want to have surgery on their eyes. I also can not say enough great things about the staff at the office, they are always professional and helpful. I always look forward to my visit with Dr. Sorensen. After several years my corneas that were damaged from the dryness of daily contacts have completely healed. I am grateful every day for being able to have such incredible vision and not suffer from dry eys or need to wear glasses every day. Thank you Dr. Sorensen for all you have done for me!
~Laura R
Before I got my lenses, I had about 4 pairs of glasses and my eyes were still changing. After a while, my mom started looking at other options. I started OrthoK when I was 9. After the first week, I couldn't even feel the contacts while I slept and having no glasses was so much easier. Even after almost 5 years, my eyes still haven't changed. I'm so glad that I use OrthoK, as it makes my dance and other activities so much easier.
~Katie L
I have a very active lifestyle and I really appreciate the freedom that OrthoK provides me. I don't have the hassles of glasses and the dry eyes and itchiness of wearing contacts is a thing of the past. I wish I had this option years ago.
~Jim C
I can't express how much I like OrthoK. No longer do I have glasses to clean or prescription sunglasses to wear. Wearing lenses at night makes everything so much easier and my vision is so much clearer. Dr. Sorensen is an absolute pleasure to work with and I would not change a thing.
~Jeff Y
I like OrthoK because it stops my vision from getting worse, that way if I wanted to get Lasik when I am older I could! I also love it because I don't have to wear glasses or contact lenses when I play sports. Another reason is that I play softball and if I wore regular lenses and dirt got in my eye it would irritate it a lot. That's why I love OrthoK!
~Megan H
OrthoK has changed our daughter's life. She hated wearing glasses, especially when playing sports. Now she can see perfectly all day long. She can play softball without worrying about getting dust in her eyes, swim underwater, and play volleyball and basketball without the fear of having her glasses fall of or getting bumped. And we are so happy that we can do something now to preserve her future eyesight!
~Megan H's mom
I really enjoy the clear vision thoughout the day with OrthoK without having dry eyes with daytime contacts or wearing glasses. I wanted my son to also enjoy this vision and to not be held back in sports and school by wearing glasses.
~Diane H
With OrthoK I can do more activities without the fear of losing my glasses and contacts. I also don't have to worry about contacts or glasses at school.
~Alex H
I was looking for a treatment that would give me more freedom during the day to ski, swim or even take a nap without worrying about contacts or glasses. I also did not want the potential permanent risk of laser surgery. I still have the daily process of cleaning lenses but now have the freedom I want. Thank you for helping me select the best option Dr. Heather Sorensen.
~Debra P
Orthokeratology helped me remove the burdens my glasses had on me. I have a -2 and -2.75 prescription, but thanks to OrthoK, my prescription has not gotten worse and I now have 20/20 vision without glasses or contacts. Without glasses I can fully enjoy sports and other activities. Thanks to OrthoK I can truly enjoy my eyes.
~Vikas T
We are very happy to choose OrthoK for my younger son, Vikas. It was very easy for him to adjust. He never had to worry about having glasses. The best thing about it (which is also the best for us) is there was no changes in power (no increase at all) for the last 3 1/2 years. I wish I knew about it (or had it) before so that my older son could have used it and his power would not have changed so much.
~Vikas T's dad
OrthoK is really wonderful because I can see everything very clearly. I was super scared at first, but everything got better over time. OrthoK is painless and affective. I could tell after one night's worth of sleep it made a difference. I'm so happy I decided to do OrthoK over glasses.
~Peyton F
I have been a contact lens wearer for 35 years. Everyday dealing with solutions, torn lenses, dry eyes and allergies. Thanks to OrthoK, I don't need contacts anymore! I feel free! It has been a challenging experience for Dr. Heather to work with an "older" patient but thanks to her perserverance, dedication and caring-we are finally seeing positive results. I love my OrthoK!
~Amy F
I love OrthoK because I can do sports without glasses. Also they don't have to bother me in the day because I wear them at night (even though they don't bother me). Sometimes they even help me go to sleep. Also with my allergies, I'm better wearing them at night.
~Alyssa F
My daughter, Alyssa, has been wearing OrthoK lenses for about 1 1/2 years now and we couldn't be happier. Wearing the lenses at night is so easy and we do not have to worry about losing or breaking a pair of glasses at school. Alyssa is 10 years old now and she is able to get the lenses in her eyes herself. The lenses have been so simple and easy to use and Alyssa enjoys wearing them at night-no complaints. I let as many parents as I know that have kids who wear glasses know about OrthoK- I highly recommend OrthoK.
~Alyssa F's mom
I love OrthoK! It has changed my life-I can go swimming or ride my bike without having to worry about contact lenses or glasses. I also suffer from allergies and my itchy eyes virtually went away after switching to OrthoK from contact lenses. With OrthoK I wear the lenses at night, remove them in the morning and don't think about my eyes for the rest of the day.
~Michelle B
I have been in OrthoK since I was eight years old and I have loved what they have done for me. Going on eleven years of having them, I have enjoyed the easiness and practicality of OrthoK. I love that all I have to do is put two lenses in my eyes, go to sleep, and wake up to see perfectly. I only have great things to say about OrthoK.
~Mirra G
I like OrthoK because it's so convenient! I don't have to worry about contacts/glasses when I'm swimming or exercising. I don't have to worry about something getting in my contact or on my glasses either. I was worried the hard contacts would bother my eyes but they feel completely normal now!
~Molly D
I love the lenses because I don't have to wear anything during the day and I'm not nearsighted anymore. They're really comfortable, almost like they're not there.
~Caroline S
My 11 year old daughter has been doing OrthoK for a year and at her one year check-up I was thrilled that her eyesight did not digress. We love that it's something that can be done while she sleeps so she doesn't have to wear anything during the day, which is especially helpful because sports are a big part of her daily life. All in all, OrthoK has been very positive and I love the fact that her eyes will not get worse using these lenses!
~Caroline S's mom
Our experience with OrthoK has been fabulous! The adjustment period was minimal-our 7 year old was comfortable in the lenses in less than 2 weeks!. The results have been better than we expected. Having worn glasses when I was a child I hated the thought of my son having to do the same thing. Swimming and sports were always a pain. Immediately after wearing the lenses, Zachary's vision improved and it has been great ever since. I'm so happy he can wear the lenses @ night and be glasses/lens free during the day! Care of the lenses is simple! I am also thrilled that we have not seen Zachary's vison get worse in the last year and a half he has been wearing the lenses! So happy that Dr. Sorensen shared this with us! We have recommended it to others!
~Zachary A's mom
I like OrthoK because I can see! It's really nice because I don't have to wear anything during the day and I don't have to worry about losing a contact at school, or breaking a pair of glasses. Most of my friends don't even know that I use contacts until I tell them and everybody thinks it's cool and convenient that I wear them at night! It's also nice because I don't have any worries about having to have separate sports glasses! Thanks so much Dr. Sorensen!
~Hannah B
I think OrthoK is great because I don't have to worry about getting them dirty during the day because all you have to do is put them in every night and you get 20/20 vision the next day. It's that simple!
~Jack M
With OrthoK there is no discomfort or irritation from lenses worn during the day. With OrthoK there is no worry about losing a lens while wearing contacts all day there is. With OrthoK there are no more glasses to deal with.
~Chris D
Our experience with OrthoK has been fantastic. My son has been doing OrthoK contacts for the last 2 years (started when he was ten) and has maintained 20/20 vision. Amazing-no glasses, no contacts during the day. After practicing for just a little, he was able to pop them in at night and wake up with great vision. I like the fact that it is non-invasive and really works!
~Jack M's mom
OrthoK is Awesome! I can see now and am getting less nearsighted. I love that I don't have to deal with annoying glasses on my face. I also love that I can do ANYTHING and see...swim, sports, anything! OrthoK is super neat and I love it! ~Abby P As a parent of a patient/teenager this process has been tremendous. One thing...no lost contacts. You put them in before bed and take them out when you awake. No fussing and feuding with them sliding off your eyes or needing eye drops. It is just so convenient. It is just so easy with tremendous results. ~Abby P's mom
I am glad that I do not have to wear glasses and that my vision is better from these lenses. It was tough to get them in the first few weeks but after that it is really easy.
~Evan B
I have been very excited and suprised by the results of Evan's OrthoK procedures. Growing up myself wearing glasses and/or contacts at a young age, I understand some of the challenges they present. I am so happy with his results, I am thinking of doing it myself!
~Evan B's dad
I like that you only have to wear lenses at night so they don't interfere with sports.
~Brandon K
OrthoK is great because it is correcting my son's vision instead of just helping him see better. If you are a candidate for OrthoK, I would highly recommend it!
~Brandon K's dad
OrthoK has been a huge benefit to my daughter. She is now able to see clearly with perfect vision without the hassle of wearing glasses or contacts during the day. She has become proficient at inserting her contacts without any help at night in less than 5 minutes. I especially love knowing that the OrthoK is preventing her vision from worsening over time. I'd highly recommend it to other parents and patients.
~Lexi S's mom
Having worn glasses for years, I was ready to move on and I didn't like the idea of wearing contacts at all and surgery was out of the question. So when my doctor recommended OrthoK, I was willing to give it a try. I would absolutely recommend this process to anyone who asks about it. Sure it seems like a little extra work, but no more so than normal contacts and I don't have to worry about losing them during the day. Also, being a two sport athlete, this process was extremely beneficial to my performance. I love OrthoK!
~Andrew D
As a high school athlete who previously only wore glasses, the benefits have been tremendous - no worries that go along with contacts while playing sports - or the dreadful goggles he used to wear. He has been diligent in wearing his OrthoK contacts each night with no issues. His vision is great - important for a student and young driver. He also has more confidence in his appearance by not having to wear glasses.
We are a few months into the program and so far we are very pleased with the results.
~Andrew D's
I started my OrthoK treatment the summer before my 8th grade year and I love them! I put in my lenses at night and I can see perfectly in the morning! No bothersome contact lenses or glasses to worry about during track meets or when cheering during Football games. The ortho K lenses have truly improved my vision and my life! ~Avery P
I love OrthoK. I think it is a lot easier than putting in contacts during the day and the procedure is very easy. I like how it reshapes your eyes so you can have better eyesight. ~Bailey B
OrthoK is convenient and much more comfortable than wearing contacts during the day to correct my vision. Inserting the contacts is quick and easy. After wearing the contacts, my vision is crisp and clear. ~Judith O
OrthoK has been a great experience for me. I was a patient who was reluctant to have surgical treatment to correct my vision. OrthoK was the best alternative to solve my vision issues. Additionally, I was tired of the hassle of contact lenses and being able to only have to wear the OrthoK lenses while I sleep was another plus to the treatment. My vision has remained healthy and I highly recommend OrthoK to any qualifying patient. ~David T
My daughter started OrthoK when she was 13 and is still using the program now that she is starting her senior year of HIgh School. She just wears the lenses at night and doesn't have to worry about glasses or contacts during the day. She is a cheerleader and runs track, so this is a real plus. We have been very pleased with OrthoK and highly recommend. ~Avery P's mom
I've benefitted a lot from OrthoK. It takes a little while to adjust to the lenses, but once you do, it becomes part of your routine. What I like most about it is that it is actually correcting your eyes. ~Ben S
OrthoK has definitely been a great solution to my nearsightedness. I never liked wearing glasses and soft contacts were always such a hassle. It is so great to just pop these OrthoK lenses in at night and take them out in the morning. Once you get used to the new feeling, they are so easy to deal with and I love not having to mess with any eye correction during the day. I recommend OrthoK to all my friends because it makes my poor vision such a miniscule part of my life now! ~Abby Y
OrthoK truly has been life changing. After hearing about the procedure, I decided within minutes to go for it. After wearing the lenses for only one night I could see the difference! I noticed street signs were clearer and tree leaves had definition. I could see the details in the world around me so much better. OrthoK has continued to enhance my daily life. I can swim with my son. I can go places during the day and not worry about something getting in my contacts. I can also take short trips and not worry about my vision! I can not imagine my life without OrthoK. ~Danielle D
I am the parent of a 15 year old. He is currently participating in the OrthoK regimen. Sometimes it can be a challenge for him to consistently wear his lenses at night but once he is into the routine things go well. His eyesight is 20/20 & 20/15. Wow, what great results! As a parent I know that I am doing all I can to preserve the health of the my child's eyes. ~Brennan R's mom
I felt that right off the bat that OrthoK changed and helped my vision. The best part was wearing it. You could hardly feel it at night and it was pretty simple to take care of. I love the fact that I do not have to wear contacts during the day. ~Marshal P
I was a teenager with contact lenses and I knew the grief I gave them. I either lost or tore my lenses several times and it drove my mom crazy. I have had no such drama, thanks to OrthoK!
~Marshal P's dad
OrthoK is a fantastic alternative to glasses. The lenses you wear while you sleep allow you to have a comfortable and glasses free day when you wake up. They also help halt lens degeneration, which means that your prescription for glasses stays pretty constant. They have been a great help in my life and hopefully can be for years.
~Reed G
We were very concerned with the rapid decline of Reed's vision. OrthoK has stopped the worsening of his prescription and he has the bonus of not having to wear glasses or contacts while he plays sports. We are VERY pleased with OrthoK!!
~Reed G's mom
I decided to do OrthoK 2 years ago because it was risky wearing normal contacts to play sports...what if I lost one? What if my eye started acting up? And swimming was out of the question. I wasn't using glasses at that point because they snapped while I was playing a game. OrthoK was nice because I could play any sport I wanted to without worrying about my glasses/contacts. The best part was that I got used to wearing them as I slept, and during the day I could see clearly! That's why I love Orthokeratology.
~Annie R
It has been such a positive experience to be able to see without glasses or contacts. It is like the outside is so clear and big. I get the whole picture. I love it!
~CD
Having OrthoK has really changed my lifestyle in so many different ways! I can see the board in school, not have to worry about glasses getting in the way. I feel that having OrthoK has really changed the way I look at my eyes and how I want the best for them. This has changed my life in so many ways that I didn't think was possible!
~Mackenzie J
There are many benefits to orthokeratology as an alternative to glasses or regular contacts. My daughter is very active in theater and now she doesn't have to perform without her glasses or the worry about losing a contact. So the convenience for her is most important. For me as a parent, I am grateful that orthokeratology has slowed the progression of her deteriorating eyesight.
~Mackenzie J's mom
Very surprised by the quick results! Very uncomfortable at first-but after several months it's no longer uncomfortable and feels normal. It's amazing to be able to see 24hrs a day!! My dry eye symptoms have also greatly decreased. And I don't have to worry about wearing my day contacts in the summer with all my irritations!! It's completely worth it!
~Gina R
OrthoK has given me basically perfect vision after I wear my lenses. It has been very nice because not even my glasses or contacts has given me vision like OrthoK does. I would definitely recommend using it.
~Trevor W
I absolutely love my OrthoK lenses. I was having a hard time wearing daily lenses due to dry eyes. Now that I wear OrthoK, I no longer have that problem. I also have the freedom of simply wearing my glasses when lenses are not necessarily needed. As someone who wants to avoid surgery, OrthoK has worked wonderfully for me.
~Sandra S
Here's what our Orthokeratology patients are saying...
OrthoK has been great for us! The main reason we decided to try OrthoK was to stop or slow down Alison's progression of nearsightedness. Myopia runs in my family and I did not want her to be extremely nearsighted if I could help it. The other reason is that Alison plays basketball year round and she did not want the hassle of glasses and contact lenses and sports. It's very easy to pop the lenses in at night, take them out in the morning and her vision is great, and her vision has remained stable for two years. Dr. Heather has a passion for OrthoK and kids and I recommend her highly.
~Alison R's mom
I love OrthoK! It is so easy to do and I cannot feel the lenses at all! It is so great to not have to worry about day time contacts or glasses! I wake up and I can see!
~Alison R
My 17 year old son, Matthew, has been a patient of Dr. Heather Sorensen since 2007 and began OrthoK about 3 years ago at her suggestion. Prior to wearing the lenses, Matthew's vision was getting worse at each visit and Dr. Sorensen told us that with OrthoK, there would be a very good chance his prescription would remain the same, and she was right. Matthew's prescription has not changed at all since he began OrthoK. I could not be happier with the results!
No more glasses, no daytime contact lens issues, just pops the lenses in before he goes to bed, pops them out in the morning and off he goes! Initially, Matthew had issues getting the lenses out, but the office had him come in right away and worked with him on removing the lenses.
Matthew will be attending Bowling Green State University in the fall, and we will be moving to Toledo, but we will be coming back to New Albany twice a year so he can continue OrthoK under Dr. Sorensen's supervision, as I don't trust his eyes to anyone else!
~Matt M's mom
My experience with OrthoK has been great over the five years I have had them. It was difficult to get used to at first but I love them. I barely notice them at night when I sleep because it feels so natural, and then in the morning I can see perfectly! I would strongly recommend these lenses to anyone because they are hassle-free and they work extremely well!
~Matt M
I love OrthoK. Not having to be burdened with wearing glases or contacts is great. It is so easy. Pop them in at night, sleep, wake up and pop them out. Wish I knew about it sooner!
~Tracy K
I recently got OrthoK and my experience has been amazing! Although I had to wait a while to get my lenses (and go through the struggle of wearing glasses), when I finally got them, I couldn't be happier. It takes a while to get used to, but when you do, you don't feel the lenses.
~Idania T
I suffered from years of dry eyes after wearing daily contact lenses for too many hours per day. After a consult for Lasik surery, I decided to keep looking for other options. After meeting with Dr. Sorensen, I decided to give the OrthoK contacts a try. That was 4 years ago and I have never been so happy with my vision! I no longer suffer from dry eyes and my vision is better than with contacts. I recommend this to anyone who wants excellent vision and does not want to have surgery on their eyes. I also can not say enough great things about the staff at the office, they are always professional and helpful. I always look forward to my visit with Dr. Sorensen. After several years my corneas that were damaged from the dryness of daily contacts have completely healed. I am grateful every day for being able to have such incredible vision and not suffer from dry eys or need to wear glasses every day. Thank you Dr. Sorensen for all you have done for me!
~Laura R
Before I got my lenses, I had about 4 pairs of glasses and my eyes were still changing. After a while, my mom started looking at other options. I started OrthoK when I was 9. After the first week, I couldn't even feel the contacts while I slept and having no glasses was so much easier. Even after almost 5 years, my eyes still haven't changed. I'm so glad that I use OrthoK, as it makes my dance and other activities so much easier.
~Katie L
I have a very active lifestyle and I really appreciate the freedom that OrthoK provides me. I don't have the hassles of glasses and the dry eyes and itchiness of wearing contacts is a thing of the past. I wish I had this option years ago.
~Jim C
I can't express how much I like OrthoK. No longer do I have glasses to clean or prescription sunglasses to wear. Wearing lenses at night makes everything so much easier and my vision is so much clearer. Dr. Sorensen is an absolute pleasure to work with and I would not change a thing.
~Jeff Y
I like OrthoK because it stops my vision from getting worse, that way if I wanted to get Lasik when I am older I could! I also love it because I don't have to wear glasses or contact lenses when I play sports. Another reason is that I play softball and if I wore regular lenses and dirt got in my eye it would irritate it a lot. That's why I love OrthoK!
~Megan H
OrthoK has changed our daughter's life. She hated wearing glasses, especially when playing sports. Now she can see perfectly all day long. She can play softball without worrying about getting dust in her eyes, swim underwater, and play volleyball and basketball without the fear of having her glasses fall of or getting bumped. And we are so happy that we can do something now to preserve her future eyesight!
~Megan H's mom
I really enjoy the clear vision thoughout the day with OrthoK without having dry eyes with daytime contacts or wearing glasses. I wanted my son to also enjoy this vision and to not be held back in sports and school by wearing glasses.
~Diane H
With OrthoK I can do more activities without the fear of losing my glasses and contacts. I also don't have to worry about contacts or glasses at school.
~Alex H
I was looking for a treatment that would give me more freedom during the day to ski, swim or even take a nap without worrying about contacts or glasses. I also did not want the potential permanent risk of laser surgery. I still have the daily process of cleaning lenses but now have the freedom I want. Thank you for helping me select the best option Dr. Heather Sorensen.
~Debra P
Orthokeratology helped me remove the burdens my glasses had on me. I have a -2 and -2.75 prescription, but thanks to OrthoK, my prescription has not gotten worse and I now have 20/20 vision without glasses or contacts. Without glasses I can fully enjoy sports and other activities. Thanks to OrthoK I can truly enjoy my eyes.
~Vikas T
We are very happy to choose OrthoK for my younger son, Vikas. It was very easy for him to adjust. He never had to worry about having glasses. The best thing about it (which is also the best for us) is there was no changes in power (no increase at all) for the last 3 1/2 years. I wish I knew about it (or had it) before so that my older son could have used it and his power would not have changed so much.
~Vikas T's dad
OrthoK is really wonderful because I can see everything very clearly. I was super scared at first, but everything got better over time. OrthoK is painless and affective. I could tell after one night's worth of sleep it made a difference. I'm so happy I decided to do OrthoK over glasses.
~Peyton F
I have been a contact lens wearer for 35 years. Everyday dealing with solutions, torn lenses, dry eyes and allergies. Thanks to OrthoK, I don't need contacts anymore! I feel free! It has been a challenging experience for Dr. Heather to work with an "older" patient but thanks to her perserverance, dedication and caring-we are finally seeing positive results. I love my OrthoK!
~Amy F
I love OrthoK because I can do sports without glasses. Also they don't have to bother me in the day because I wear them at night (even though they don't bother me). Sometimes they even help me go to sleep. Also with my allergies, I'm better wearing them at night.
~Alyssa F
My daughter, Alyssa, has been wearing OrthoK lenses for about 1 1/2 years now and we couldn't be happier. Wearing the lenses at night is so easy and we do not have to worry about losing or breaking a pair of glasses at school. Alyssa is 10 years old now and she is able to get the lenses in her eyes herself. The lenses have been so simple and easy to use and Alyssa enjoys wearing them at night-no complaints. I let as many parents as I know that have kids who wear glasses know about OrthoK- I highly recommend OrthoK.
~Alyssa F's mom
I love OrthoK! It has changed my life-I can go swimming or ride my bike without having to worry about contact lenses or glasses. I also suffer from allergies and my itchy eyes virtually went away after switching to OrthoK from contact lenses. With OrthoK I wear the lenses at night, remove them in the morning and don't think about my eyes for the rest of the day.
~Michelle B
I have been in OrthoK since I was eight years old and I have loved what they have done for me. Going on eleven years of having them, I have enjoyed the easiness and practicality of OrthoK. I love that all I have to do is put two lenses in my eyes, go to sleep, and wake up to see perfectly. I only have great things to say about OrthoK.
~Mirra G
I like OrthoK because it's so convenient! I don't have to worry about contacts/glasses when I'm swimming or exercising. I don't have to worry about something getting in my contact or on my glasses either. I was worried the hard contacts would bother my eyes but they feel completely normal now!
~Molly D
I love the lenses because I don't have to wear anything during the day and I'm not nearsighted anymore. They're really comfortable, almost like they're not there.
~Caroline S
My 11 year old daughter has been doing OrthoK for a year and at her one year check-up I was thrilled that her eyesight did not digress. We love that it's something that can be done while she sleeps so she doesn't have to wear anything during the day, which is especially helpful because sports are a big part of her daily life. All in all, OrthoK has been very positive and I love the fact that her eyes will not get worse using these lenses!
~Caroline S's mom
Our experience with OrthoK has been fabulous! The adjustment period was minimal-our 7 year old was comfortable in the lenses in less than 2 weeks!. The results have been better than we expected. Having worn glasses when I was a child I hated the thought of my son having to do the same thing. Swimming and sports were always a pain. Immediately after wearing the lenses, Zachary's vision improved and it has been great ever since. I'm so happy he can wear the lenses @ night and be glasses/lens free during the day! Care of the lenses is simple! I am also thrilled that we have not seen Zachary's vison get worse in the last year and a half he has been wearing the lenses! So happy that Dr. Sorensen shared this with us! We have recommended it to others!
~Zachary A's mom
I like OrthoK because I can see! It's really nice because I don't have to wear anything during the day and I don't have to worry about losing a contact at school, or breaking a pair of glasses. Most of my friends don't even know that I use contacts until I tell them and everybody thinks it's cool and convenient that I wear them at night! It's also nice because I don't have any worries about having to have separate sports glasses! Thanks so much Dr. Sorensen!
~Hannah B
I think OrthoK is great because I don't have to worry about getting them dirty during the day because all you have to do is put them in every night and you get 20/20 vision the next day. It's that simple!
~Jack M
With OrthoK there is no discomfort or irritation from lenses worn during the day. With OrthoK there is no worry about losing a lens while wearing contacts all day there is. With OrthoK there are no more glasses to deal with.
~Chris D
Our experience with OrthoK has been fantastic. My son has been doing OrthoK contacts for the last 2 years (started when he was ten) and has maintained 20/20 vision. Amazing-no glasses, no contacts during the day. After practicing for just a little, he was able to pop them in at night and wake up with great vision. I like the fact that it is non-invasive and really works!
~Jack M's mom
OrthoK is Awesome! I can see now and am getting less nearsighted. I love that I don't have to deal with annoying glasses on my face. I also love that I can do ANYTHING and see...swim, sports, anything! OrthoK is super neat and I love it! ~Abby P As a parent of a patient/teenager this process has been tremendous. One thing...no lost contacts. You put them in before bed and take them out when you awake. No fussing and feuding with them sliding off your eyes or needing eye drops. It is just so convenient. It is just so easy with tremendous results. ~Abby P's mom
I am glad that I do not have to wear glasses and that my vision is better from these lenses. It was tough to get them in the first few weeks but after that it is really easy.
~Evan B
I have been very excited and suprised by the results of Evan's OrthoK procedures. Growing up myself wearing glasses and/or contacts at a young age, I understand some of the challenges they present. I am so happy with his results, I am thinking of doing it myself!
~Evan B's dad
I like that you only have to wear lenses at night so they don't interfere with sports.
~Brandon K
OrthoK is great because it is correcting my son's vision instead of just helping him see better. If you are a candidate for OrthoK, I would highly recommend it!
~Brandon K's dad
OrthoK has been a huge benefit to my daughter. She is now able to see clearly with perfect vision without the hassle of wearing glasses or contacts during the day. She has become proficient at inserting her contacts without any help at night in less than 5 minutes. I especially love knowing that the OrthoK is preventing her vision from worsening over time. I'd highly recommend it to other parents and patients.
~Lexi S's mom
Having worn glasses for years, I was ready to move on and I didn't like the idea of wearing contacts at all and surgery was out of the question. So when my doctor recommended OrthoK, I was willing to give it a try. I would absolutely recommend this process to anyone who asks about it. Sure it seems like a little extra work, but no more so than normal contacts and I don't have to worry about losing them during the day. Also, being a two sport athlete, this process was extremely beneficial to my performance. I love OrthoK!
~Andrew D
As a high school athlete who previously only wore glasses, the benefits have been tremendous - no worries that go along with contacts while playing sports - or the dreadful goggles he used to wear. He has been diligent in wearing his OrthoK contacts each night with no issues. His vision is great - important for a student and young driver. He also has more confidence in his appearance by not having to wear glasses.
We are a few months into the program and so far we are very pleased with the results.
~Andrew D's
I started my OrthoK treatment the summer before my 8th grade year and I love them! I put in my lenses at night and I can see perfectly in the morning! No bothersome contact lenses or glasses to worry about during track meets or when cheering during Football games. The ortho K lenses have truly improved my vision and my life! ~Avery P
I love OrthoK. I think it is a lot easier than putting in contacts during the day and the procedure is very easy. I like how it reshapes your eyes so you can have better eyesight. ~Bailey B
OrthoK is convenient and much more comfortable than wearing contacts during the day to correct my vision. Inserting the contacts is quick and easy. After wearing the contacts, my vision is crisp and clear. ~Judith O
OrthoK has been a great experience for me. I was a patient who was reluctant to have surgical treatment to correct my vision. OrthoK was the best alternative to solve my vision issues. Additionally, I was tired of the hassle of contact lenses and being able to only have to wear the OrthoK lenses while I sleep was another plus to the treatment. My vision has remained healthy and I highly recommend OrthoK to any qualifying patient. ~David T
My daughter started OrthoK when she was 13 and is still using the program now that she is starting her senior year of HIgh School. She just wears the lenses at night and doesn't have to worry about glasses or contacts during the day. She is a cheerleader and runs track, so this is a real plus. We have been very pleased with OrthoK and highly recommend. ~Avery P's mom
I've benefitted a lot from OrthoK. It takes a little while to adjust to the lenses, but once you do, it becomes part of your routine. What I like most about it is that it is actually correcting your eyes. ~Ben S
OrthoK has definitely been a great solution to my nearsightedness. I never liked wearing glasses and soft contacts were always such a hassle. It is so great to just pop these OrthoK lenses in at night and take them out in the morning. Once you get used to the new feeling, they are so easy to deal with and I love not having to mess with any eye correction during the day. I recommend OrthoK to all my friends because it makes my poor vision such a miniscule part of my life now! ~Abby Y
OrthoK truly has been life changing. After hearing about the procedure, I decided within minutes to go for it. After wearing the lenses for only one night I could see the difference! I noticed street signs were clearer and tree leaves had definition. I could see the details in the world around me so much better. OrthoK has continued to enhance my daily life. I can swim with my son. I can go places during the day and not worry about something getting in my contacts. I can also take short trips and not worry about my vision! I can not imagine my life without OrthoK. ~Danielle D
I am the parent of a 15 year old. He is currently participating in the OrthoK regimen. Sometimes it can be a challenge for him to consistently wear his lenses at night but once he is into the routine things go well. His eyesight is 20/20 & 20/15. Wow, what great results! As a parent I know that I am doing all I can to preserve the health of the my child's eyes. ~Brennan R's mom
I felt that right off the bat that OrthoK changed and helped my vision. The best part was wearing it. You could hardly feel it at night and it was pretty simple to take care of. I love the fact that I do not have to wear contacts during the day. ~Marshal P
I was a teenager with contact lenses and I knew the grief I gave them. I either lost or tore my lenses several times and it drove my mom crazy. I have had no such drama, thanks to OrthoK!
~Marshal P's dad
OrthoK is a fantastic alternative to glasses. The lenses you wear while you sleep allow you to have a comfortable and glasses free day when you wake up. They also help halt lens degeneration, which means that your prescription for glasses stays pretty constant. They have been a great help in my life and hopefully can be for years.
~Reed G
We were very concerned with the rapid decline of Reed's vision. OrthoK has stopped the worsening of his prescription and he has the bonus of not having to wear glasses or contacts while he plays sports. We are VERY pleased with OrthoK!!
~Reed G's mom
I decided to do OrthoK 2 years ago because it was risky wearing normal contacts to play sports...what if I lost one? What if my eye started acting up? And swimming was out of the question. I wasn't using glasses at that point because they snapped while I was playing a game. OrthoK was nice because I could play any sport I wanted to without worrying about my glasses/contacts. The best part was that I got used to wearing them as I slept, and during the day I could see clearly! That's why I love Orthokeratology.
~Annie R
It has been such a positive experience to be able to see without glasses or contacts. It is like the outside is so clear and big. I get the whole picture. I love it!
~CD
Having OrthoK has really changed my lifestyle in so many different ways! I can see the board in school, not have to worry about glasses getting in the way. I feel that having OrthoK has really changed the way I look at my eyes and how I want the best for them. This has changed my life in so many ways that I didn't think was possible!
~Mackenzie J
There are many benefits to orthokeratology as an alternative to glasses or regular contacts. My daughter is very active in theater and now she doesn't have to perform without her glasses or the worry about losing a contact. So the convenience for her is most important. For me as a parent, I am grateful that orthokeratology has slowed the progression of her deteriorating eyesight.
~Mackenzie J's mom
Very surprised by the quick results! Very uncomfortable at first-but after several months it's no longer uncomfortable and feels normal. It's amazing to be able to see 24hrs a day!! My dry eye symptoms have also greatly decreased. And I don't have to worry about wearing my day contacts in the summer with all my irritations!! It's completely worth it!
~Gina R
OrthoK has given me basically perfect vision after I wear my lenses. It has been very nice because not even my glasses or contacts has given me vision like OrthoK does. I would definitely recommend using it.
~Trevor W
I absolutely love my OrthoK lenses. I was having a hard time wearing daily lenses due to dry eyes. Now that I wear OrthoK, I no longer have that problem. I also have the freedom of simply wearing my glasses when lenses are not necessarily needed. As someone who wants to avoid surgery, OrthoK has worked wonderfully for me.
~Sandra S