CORNEAL REFRACTIVE THERAPY
(CRT)
The science or program of therapeutic application of contact lenses to alter the curvature of the cornea (front part of the eye), especially to reduce nearsightedness and certain types of astigmatism. CRT is a totally reversible alternative to surgical refractive procedures (LASIK, LASEK, and PRK).
WHAT IS CORNEAL REFRACTIVE THERAPY?
CRT (Previously known as Orthokeratology or corneal molding) is a non-surgical procedure to reduce one’s nearsightedness
WHAT IS INVOLVED IN CRT?
Each patient is required to have a comprehensive eye health examination. If your prescription falls within a certain range, further testing will be done. An extensive corneal mapping (Corneal Topography) will then determine if you a good candidate for this procedure. You will then be fit with molding contact lenses. These Molding lenses will only be worn while you sleep. Each night these gradually flatten your cornea thereby improving your vision.
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