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Specialty Contact Lenses & Orthokeratology Treatment in Chicago, IL
See Clearly at Every Stage with Specialty Contact Lenses and Orthokeratology Treatment
If you’re struggling with glasses, blurry vision, or eye discomfort, you’re not alone. We help people like you see clearly and comfortably every day. At Norwood Park Eye Center in Chicago, IL, we believe every patient deserves clear, comfortable vision tailored to their unique needs. Our practice is dedicated to providing advanced eye care solutions designed to restore clarity and support long-term eye health. Whether you need custom contact lenses or innovative corneal reshaping therapy, our team focuses on creating treatment plans that fit your lifestyle and vision goals.
For many patients, the right solution may be the precision of specialty contact lenses treatments, while for others it may be the freedom provided by Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) therapy. We are committed to delivering care that is safe, effective, and personalized. With expertise in managing conditions such as astigmatism, presbyopia, keratoconus, and myopia, our goal is to help you see better and feel more confident in your daily life.
Specialty Contact Lenses
Standard contact lenses are not always effective for individuals with complex vision needs. Specialty contact lenses treatments are designed to provide a customized solution for patients with conditions such as keratoconus, astigmatism, presbyopia, or post-surgical eyes. We specialize in advanced fittings and personalized lens options, ensuring that every patient can achieve clear, comfortable, and reliable vision. Take the first step toward better vision by scheduling your specialty lens consultation today.
Benefits of Specialty Contact Lenses Treatments:
- Sharper clarity for high prescriptions or irregular corneas
- Custom fit tailored to your unique eye shape and condition
- Greater comfort, especially for dry or sensitive eyes
- Reduced dependence on glasses for more lifestyle freedom
- Long-term eye health with oxygen-permeable, breathable materials
Types of Specialty Lenses Services
- Scleral Lenses
Scleral lenses are designed for patients with irregular corneas, keratoconus, or severe dry eye. These larger lenses rest on the sclera, the white part of the eye, and vault over the cornea. The tear-filled cushion they create improves hydration, comfort, and visual clarity throughout the day.
- Gas Permeable (GP) Lenses
Also known as rigid gas permeable lenses, GP lenses are firm and durable. Their design allows them to maintain their shape on the eye, providing sharper and more stable vision for conditions like astigmatism or presbyopia. Made with oxygen-permeable materials, they support long-term eye health.
- Monovision and Multifocal Lenses
Designed for patients experiencing presbyopia, monovision lenses correct one eye for distance and the other for near vision, blending both for clarity. Multifocal lenses contain multiple prescription zones in each lens, providing seamless vision at all distances for reduced dependency on glasses.
Orthokeratology Treatment
As an innovative option for vision correction and myopia management, Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) treatment offers patients freedom from glasses and daytime contacts. By using custom-fitted, gas-permeable lenses worn overnight, Ortho-K gently reshapes the cornea to provide clear vision throughout the day. This non-surgical therapy not only corrects mild to moderate nearsightedness but also helps slow myopia progression, making it a safe and effective long-term solution for both children and adults. Don’t wait to experience clearer vision without daytime lenses. Schedule your Ortho-K evaluation today.
Benefits of Orthokeratology Therapy:
- Slows the progression of myopia, especially in children and teens
- Clear daytime vision without glasses or contact lenses
- Safe, reversible, and non-surgical alternative to LASIK
- Ideal for athletes and active lifestyles
- Improves overall quality of life with long-lasting daily clarity
Frequently Asked Questions
Specialty contact lenses treatments are custom-designed lenses made for patients whose vision cannot be fully corrected with standard contacts. They are especially helpful for individuals with keratoconus, astigmatism, presbyopia, or corneal irregularities.
Patients with irregular corneas, high prescriptions, dry eyes, or post-surgical eyes may benefit from specialty contact lenses treatments. These lenses are designed to provide clear, stable, and comfortable vision.
Caring for specialty contact lenses treatments involves following a personalized routine, including proper cleaning, handling, and storage. These steps help maintain clarity, comfort, and long-term eye health.
Orthokeratology treatment uses custom gas-permeable lenses worn overnight to reshape the cornea temporarily. This provides clear daytime vision without glasses or daytime contact lenses.
Ortho-K lenses gently flatten the cornea while you sleep, slowing the progression of myopia and reducing reliance on glasses during the day. This makes it especially effective for children and teens with progressing nearsightedness.
Most patients notice clearer vision after the first few nights of wearing Ortho-K lenses, with optimal results within two weeks. The process is reversible, and if you stop wearing the lenses, your cornea gradually returns to its natural shape.
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