Ortho-K & Myopia Control in Richmond Hill
Clear daytime vision without glasses—and slow your child's myopia progression
Orthokeratology (ortho-k) uses custom-designed lenses worn overnight to reshape your cornea while you sleep. Wake up to clear vision without glasses or daytime contacts. For children, ortho-k is also one of the most effective treatments to slow nearsightedness progression.
What is Ortho-K?
Ortho-k (orthokeratology) is a non-surgical vision correction method using specially designed rigid gas-permeable contact lenses. You wear them while sleeping, and they gently reshape your cornea overnight. In the morning, you remove the lenses and enjoy clear vision throughout the day—no glasses or contacts needed.
Beyond vision correction, ortho-k is clinically proven to slow myopia progression in children. Studies including the LORIC trial and ROMIO study demonstrate significant efficacy. By starting early, you can reduce your child's risk of developing high myopia and associated eye health complications later in life.
Benefits of Ortho-K
Clear vision all day without glasses or daytime contacts.
Clinically proven to slow nearsightedness progression in children.
Non-surgical and reversible—stop wearing and your eyes return to normal.
Safe, proven technology backed by decades of clinical research.
Who Benefits from Ortho-K?
The earlier you start, the more myopia progression you can prevent.
Freedom from glasses for sports, swimming, and daily activities.
Clear vision without daytime lenses—ideal for dusty or active environments.
For those who find daytime contacts uncomfortable or inconvenient.
Your Ortho-K Optometrists
Fluent in English and Cantonese
Dr. Melissa Yeung is a neuro-optometrist with advanced training in vision therapy, neuro-optometric rehabilitation, and complex visual disorders. Following her Doctor of Optometry degree from UC Berkeley, she completed a competitive Residency in Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation at SUNY College of Optometry in New York City, where her clinical excellence earned her the Dr. Martin Birnbaum Memorial Award for expertise in behavioural optometry. She is a Fellow of the Optometric Vision Development & Rehabilitation Association (FOVDR).
Fluent in English and Cantonese
Dr. Jason Huang grew up in Toronto and majored in Biology at Ryerson University before earning his Doctor of Optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry (NECO) in Boston. At NECO, known for its strong clinical training, he gained diverse experience through rotations in primary care, specialty contact lenses, low vision, binocular vision, and ocular disease clinics.
The Ortho-K Fitting Process
We assess your prescription, corneal shape, and eye health using advanced corneal topography to determine if ortho-k is right for you.
Your lenses are custom-designed based on your corneal map. We teach you proper insertion, removal, and care techniques.
Regular check-ups ensure optimal fit and vision. We monitor myopia progression in children with axial length measurements.
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Visit Our Clinic Near Richmond Hill
Address
7357 Woodbine Ave, Unit 4
Markham, ON L3R 1A7
Convenient Location:
- Minutes from Highway 404 & Steeles Ave
- Free parking available
- Wheelchair accessible
Phone: (905) 940-8834
Email: hello@elevatevisioncare.ca
Hours
| Monday: | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday: | 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday: | 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Thursday: | 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Friday: | 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Saturday: | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Sunday: | Closed |
Ortho-K for the Greater Richmond Hill Area
We provide ortho-k and myopia control services to families throughout the GTA.
Richmond Hill
10 min drive
Markham
5 min drive
Unionville
7 min drive
Thornhill
12 min drive
North York
15 min drive
Scarborough
15 min drive
Stouffville
20 min drive
Vaughan
20 min drive
Ortho-K FAQs
Where can Richmond Hill residents get ortho-k lenses?
Elevate Vision Care offers ortho-k fitting at 7357 Woodbine Ave in Markham, just 10 minutes from Richmond Hill. Our optometrists have extensive experience fitting ortho-k lenses for myopia control in children and glasses-free vision for adults.
How much does ortho-k cost for Richmond Hill patients?
Ortho-k programs include custom lens fitting, the lenses themselves, and follow-up visits over the first year. Costs vary by prescription. Many extended health plans cover contact lenses including ortho-k. We direct bill most insurers and offer competitive pricing.
Is ortho-k good for Richmond Hill children who play sports?
Yes. Ortho-k is ideal for active Richmond Hill children in hockey, soccer, swimming, and martial arts. They wear lenses only at night and enjoy clear, glasses-free vision during sports—no worry about broken frames or contacts drying out.
How do I know if my Richmond Hill child is a candidate for ortho-k?
Children with mild to moderate myopia (-1.00 to -6.00 diopters) are typically good candidates. We assess corneal shape, prescription stability, and maturity level. Book a consultation to determine if ortho-k is right for your child.
Can ortho-k stop my Richmond Hill child's myopia from getting worse?
Clinical studies show ortho-k can slow myopia progression by 50% or more compared to glasses. This reduces the risk of serious eye conditions (retinal detachment, glaucoma, macular degeneration) that become more likely with high myopia.
How often do Richmond Hill patients need ortho-k check-ups?
Expect frequent visits in the first month as we fine-tune your lenses, then quarterly check-ups once stable. We also monitor your child's myopia progression with regular axial length measurements.
Is ortho-k safe for Richmond Hill children to wear overnight?
Yes. Ortho-k is Health Canada approved and has been used safely for decades. Modern gas-permeable materials allow excellent oxygen flow. We teach proper hygiene and monitor eye health at every visit.
What if my Richmond Hill child loses an ortho-k lens?
Replacement lenses can be ordered and are typically ready within 1-2 weeks. In the meantime, your child can wear backup glasses. We recommend keeping a spare set of lenses once you are established in the program.
Ready to Try Ortho-K?
Book your ortho-k consultation to see if overnight lenses are right for you or your child.
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