or·tho·ker·a·tol·o·gy (ôr th -k r -t l -j )n. A method of improving unaided vision by molding the cornea with contact lenses. |
Orthokeratology
A method of reshaping the cornea using a contact lens. It is not considered a permanent method to reduce myopia.
Mentioned in: Myopia
orthokeratology
Programmed application of contact lens fitting for the purpose of altering the curvature of the cornea, especially to reduce the eye's refractive power in myopia. See ortho-k lens.
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