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Ortho-K: Overnight contact lenses for daytime clear vision

Published on Friday, 17 April 2020 12:01 | Hits: 3366
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Asian Eye chief optometrist and contact lens specialist Dr. Jesse CaguioaAsian Eye chief optometrist and contact lens specialist Dr. Jesse CaguioaWAKING up to clear, crisp vision even without surgery is now possible with Ortho-K contact lenses.

Ortho-K temporarily corrects nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism—collectively known as refractive errors-by specially designed hard contact lenses.

Refractive error happen when images become blurry because the eyeball is unusually long or short, or the cornea is not evenly or smoothly shaped. Patients can have any or a combination of these refractive errors.

‘Braces for the eyes’

Asian Eye Institute chief optometrist and contact lens specialist Dr. Jesse Caguioa explains: “Ortho-K is like braces or retainers, but for the eyes. To achieve clear vision upon waking up, you need to wear the contact lenses every night, while sleeping, and for at least six hours. When you remove them in the morning, you can have clear vision for at least 24 to 48 hours.”

In general, contact lenses are not supposed to be worn while sleeping. But with Ortho-K, it is safe to do so since it is specifically designed as oxygenpermeable contact lenses.

Caguioa says: “It allows ample oxygen supply to the cornea, so the eyes can ‘breathe’ better. It also does not contain water, which lessens your risk for eye dryness, allergies or irritations.”

Apart from providing daytime clear vision without the need for eyeglasses or contact lenses, Ortho-K has been proven effective in slowing down the progression of nearsightedness.

Reduction of nearsightedness

Caguioa notes: “As children grow older, their eyeballs grow longer, too. This means that their eye grade may increase at least every year, so they may be required to get a new pair of glasses every time. There are studies that showed children experiencing significant reduction of nearsightedness after wearing Ortho-K contact lenses compared to those who did not. 

“We would want to control the nearsightedness in children as early as possible,” he adds. “Nearsightedness does not only affect the quality of life, it also puts a strain on the structure of the eyeball and puts them at risk of developing potentially blinding diseases later in life. Besides, they are likely to qualify for LASIK should they decide to undergo it when they turn 18.”

Children and adults can wear Ortho-K contact lenses. It is highly recommended to those who are not qualified for LASIK. Since Ortho-K contact lenses are custom-made lenses, it is best for patients to undergo screening first to see what type of design fits them.

“We just want to make sure that the contact lenses fit their eyes and prevent any discomfort and lessen the risk of infection. This increases the likelihood that the treatment will be effective for the patient,” Caguioa says.

(Story/Photos by: Charizze Henson)

More Filipinos receive Kapamilya love from ‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’

Published on Thursday, 20 August 2020 | Hits:362

More Filipinos receive Kapamilya love from ‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’

Kapamilya love reached more Filipinos as ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.’s (AFI) “Pantawid ng Pag-ibig: Isang Daan, Isang Pamilya” campaign distributed food packs and ligtas bags outside Metro Manila for those greatly

Mayors express gratitude wellness. to ABS-CBN, AFI

Published on Thursday, 18 June 2020 | Hits:377

Local government units (LGUs) found it challenging to quickly provide relief to families affected by the quarantine. That is why several mayors in Metro Manila and nearby provinces have expressed

‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’ gears up for 2nd phase

Published on Thursday, 18 June 2020 | Hits:334

‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’ gears up for 2nd phase

As Filipino families continue to struggle with the loss of jobs, ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. (AFI) moves to the second phase of the “Pantawid ng Pagibig” campaign with the aim of

Over 600,000 families to benefit as ‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’ raises P350M

Published on Tuesday, 19 May 2020 | Hits:405

Over 600,000 families to benefit as ‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’ raises P350M

The “Pantawid ng Pag-ibig” campaign of ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. (AFI) has raised P350 million in cash donations and pledges for the benefit of over 600,000 families in Metro

ABS-CBN reaches out to evacuees via ‘Tulong-Tulong sa Taal’

Published on Thursday, 06 February 2020 | Hits:349

ABS-CBN reaches out to evacuees via ‘Tulong-Tulong sa Taal’

NO evacuee will be left behind. This is the promise of ABSCBN as it launches the “Tulong-Tulong sa Taal” campaign, which aims to unite the nation in helping Filipinos affected

ABS-CBN Foundation Europe to hold telethon for London Grenfell Tower fire victims

Published on Friday, 23 June 2017 | Hits:3945

ABS-CBN Foundation Europe to hold telethon for London Grenfell Tower fire victims

ABS-CBN Foundation Europe CIO joins public and private support for the victims of the massive fire that hit the 24-storey residential London Grenfell Tower in West London on June 14

Donate to Operation Sagip Surigao to help earthquake victims

Published on Friday, 17 February 2017 | Hits:4274

Donate to Operation Sagip Surigao to help earthquake victims

A state of calamity has been declared by the Mayor of Surigao City. Relief and rescue operations are underway for the barangays that have been affected.

Bulusan workers turn to backyard farming for steady food supply

Published on Tuesday, 19 May 2020 | Hits:988

Bulusan workers turn to backyard farming for steady food supply

The Rural Workers Association of San Rafael (RWASR) based in Bulusan, Sorsogon, which runs Nasipit Eco-Agri Farm, has a simple message for their fellow Filipinos: “There is no problem we

‘Ligtas Pilipinas’ helps educate Filipinos on COVID-19

Published on Thursday, 16 April 2020 | Hits:923

‘Ligtas Pilipinas’ helps educate Filipinos on COVID-19

ABS-CBN helps arm Filipinos with relevant information to stop the spread of disease through its “Ligtas Pilipinas sa COVID-19” campaign on radio, TV and online.

ABS-CBN delivers protective gear, food to health workers

Published on Thursday, 16 April 2020 | Hits:1085

ABS-CBN delivers protective gear, food to health workers

HELP came through for health workers in East Avenue Medical Center after ABS-CBN delivered masks and other protective gear and snacks to show support and Kapamilya love to those leading

‘G Diaries’ bags academic excellence awards

Published on Monday, 09 March 2020 | Hits:770

‘G Diaries’ bags academic excellence awards

“Maraming, maraming salamat po sa award na ipinagkaloob ninyo sa amin. Alay namin ito sa kapatid kong si Gina Lopez,” said “G Diaries” host and Bantay Bata 163 executive director

Finally home

Published on Monday, 09 March 2020 | Hits:788

Finally home

She could hardly contain her joy and excitement when she saw her son walking towards her. She welcomed him with tight hugs and happy tears as a loving mother would

ALKFI renames building in honor of Gina Lopez

Published on Monday, 09 March 2020 | Hits:593

ALKFI renames building in honor of Gina Lopez

ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation Inc. (ALKFI) renamed its building Gina Lopez Building in honor of its late chairperson and founder of ALKFI programs Bantay Bata 163 and Bantay Kalikasan.

Fighting child malnutrition with Alaska Milk

Published on Thursday, 06 February 2020 | Hits:770

Fighting child malnutrition with Alaska Milk

ACCORDING to UNICEF, 95 children in the Philippines die every day because of malnutrition. This is one of the reasons Alaska Milk Corporation supports the advocacy of ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya

Bantay Bata, Globe activate #163 helpline for free

Published on Monday, 16 December 2019 | Hits:1252

Bantay Bata, Globe activate #163 helpline for free

IN 2015, Unicef and the Council for the Welfare of Children conducted the National Baseline Study on Violence Against Children in the Philippines, which indicated that eight out of 10

For the Love of Children

Published on Friday, 05 January 2018 | Hits:1268

For the Love of Children

  For the Love of Children For the Love of Children   These children live everyday making ends meet without losing hope that a better future awaits them. Together, let’s keep their hopes alive

New World Hotels & Resorts Hold Run & Raise 2018

Published on Wednesday, 20 December 2017 | Hits:1584

New World Hotels & Resorts Hold Run & Raise 2018

New World Hotels and Resorts gears up for another exciting edition of Run & Raise in 2018. Now on its fourth year, Run & Raise 4 will be held at

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Bayan Academy Calendar

BAYAN Academy offers the following certificate training courses this month:

June 18-19: Market Research

June 25-26: Human Resource Management For rates, call Carol Arcaya at 426-3140. Bayan Academy reserves the right to change course dates.

 

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