The 7 Best Night Lenses for Restoring Adult Vision
Is it possible to stop wearing glasses or everyday contact lenses without vision correction surgery? Today there is such an opportunity. Rigid night lenses for restoring vision are a great alternative to other correction methods

Night lenses – a fairly “young” direction in ophthalmology1. They were certified in Our Country for the first time only in 2010. This method of vision correction has become a worthy alternative to medicines, traditional optics and surgical operations to restore visual acuity.

Night lenses for restoring vision are briefly called OK lenses (from the abbreviation of the name of the correction method – orthokeratology). Modern rigid contact lenses are made from gas-permeable materials. They are fixed on the cornea of ​​​​the eyes in such a way that they make it flatter in 6-8 hours.2. The effect lasts for 2-3 days, which eliminates the need for other means of vision correction.

Despite the originality and novelty of the method, not everyone can wear such lenses. Orthokeratology lenses can be worn by adults and children over 6 years of age.3. They will be most effective under the following conditions:

  • myopia (up to -7 diopters);
  • farsightedness (up to +4 diopters);
  • astigmatism (up to -1,75 diopters).

The main advantage of night lenses is that they help stop the subsequent deterioration of vision. In addition, this method will help those who are not suitable for surgical correction methods, who cannot wear glasses or soft contact lenses.

Night lenses for restoring vision have practically no contraindications and age restrictions in adults. However, there are conditions in which wearing such lenses is not recommended:

  • cataract and glaucoma;
  • dry eye syndrome;
  • inflammatory diseases of the eye;
  • immunodeficiency states;
  • severe visual impairment;
  • corneal diseases and injuries.

According to doctors, the use of lenses over the age of 45 years is not advisable, since age-related changes in vision proceed quite quickly, which will require frequent replacement of lenses.

Rating of the top 7 best night lenses for restoring vision for adults according to KP

The main feature of orthokeratology lenses is night wear2. They are worn for 7-8 hours. One pair of lenses is enough for 1-1,5 years of use. Such a long period of wear and individual production make the lenses quite expensive.

The choice of night lenses is a rather responsible event, so you need to seek advice from an ophthalmologist. In turn, together with our expert — ophthalmologist, associate professor of the Department of Ophthalmology of the Medical Academy named after S. I. Georgievsky Svetlana Chistyakova ranked the most effective night lenses for restoring vision for adults.

1. Paragon CRT 100

Paragon CRT lenses are made from a flexible material patented by the American company of the same name, which allows you to optimally fit the lens to the patient’s eye. Lenses made of this material are a third thinner than their counterparts and have excellent oxygen permeability – about 151 Dk/t. The lenses are suitable for correcting myopia (up to -10D) and astigmatism (up to -3D). The only drawback of the lenses is the high price. One lens will cost the patient 13000-16000 rubles.

100% vision correction; effect up to two weeks, high gas permeability.
high price.

2. MoonLens SkyOptix

Canadian MoonLens lenses combine the use of both tangential and zonal geometry. This allows you to expand the range of vision correction: myopia up to -7D, astigmatism up to -4D. The material ensures the oxygen permeability of the lenses up to 100 Dk/t, and the duration of the therapeutic effect is 4o 24 hours.

Lenses are available with different color shades, which makes their use more convenient with different visual acuity in the right and left eyes. The average price for a lens is about 12000 rubles.

effective vision correction, safety, high gas permeability, a large selection of ready-made models.
fragile, easily scratched.

3. Emerald

American Emerald lenses are quite versatile. They have excellent oxygen permeability – 85 Dk / t and safety due to the Oprifocon material. A stable effect of vision correction occurs after 2-3 weeks of wearing lenses. Also, vision correction is possible with myopia in the range up to -10D and astigmatism – up to -3,0D.

The effect of wearing lenses at night lasts up to two days, and their service life is increased to 1,5 years. The disadvantages include the high fragility of the lenses and the need to get used to wearing them for several days. The cost of lenses varies and, on average, is about 9000 rubles apiece.

has a counterfeit marking, effective correction of visual acuity, long service life.
It takes a long time to get used to the lenses, high fragility.

4. Context Ok-lens

Contex Ok-lens are lenses made in the USA. They help improve vision with myopia up to -5D and astigmatism up to -1,5D. They are made of Boston XO material and have an oxygen permeability of 100 Dk/t.

Unlike other models, these lenses are more suitable for children and teenagers than others. In addition, after agreement with the doctor, lenses can be worn during the day. This product has a UV filter. It is also allowed to wear lenses 1-1,5 hours before bedtime, which significantly reduces discomfort when falling asleep. Additional features increase the cost of such lenses. One lens will cost the buyer about 14000 rubles.

high quality and effectiveness, suitable for children and adolescents, can be worn during the day with the consent of the doctor, can be worn 1-1,5 hours before falling asleep.
high price.

5. THAT DL

These lenses are produced by the company Doctor Lenses, which produces lenses with various combinations of parameters for the correction of myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. Lens application range: -8,0D to +3,0D, astigmatism up to -5,0D. The material used in production is Boston XO with a gas permeability of 100 Dk/t.

The inner surface of the lens is maximally adapted to the human cornea, which significantly increases wearing comfort. Put on lenses 5-10 minutes before bedtime. Despite domestic production, the cost of lenses is high – from 9000 to 15000 rubles per lens, depending on the clinic.

correction of both myopia and hyperopia is possible, very comfortable to wear, easy to fit.
high price.

6. Zenlens (Sky Optix)

Zenlens are manufactured in the USA by Sky Optix. They also help fight both nearsightedness and farsightedness. The correction range is from -6,0 to +4,0D, with astigmatism up to -4,0D. The lens material has a gas permeability of up to 200 Dk/t and is designed for 12 months of wear.

In addition to correcting visual acuity, lenses are used after eye surgery, when additional rehabilitation is required. The lens is designed in such a way that it rests on the sclera and does not touch the cornea, providing a tear layer between the eye and the lens. Lenses can be used in children over 10 years old, there is no upper age limit for use. The cost of the lens fluctuates around 12000 rubles.

correction of both myopia and hyperopia is possible, it can be used after operations and injuries of the cornea, effective correction of visual acuity.
high price.

7. Paragon Dual Axis

Paragon Dual Axis lenses are another novelty from Paragon. For its production, an innovative gas-permeable material Paflufkon was used. We drew attention to this model because it was designed specifically for patients with corneal astigmatism. The material from which the lens is made allows you to adjust it according to many parameters, individual for each patient. Lenses have no age restrictions and are suitable for children. The price of lenses is high – about 10000 a piece.

perfectly corrects astigmatism, has no age restrictions, the accuracy of selection for various parameters.
high price.

How to choose night lenses for adult vision restoration

Orthokeratology lenses are selected individually. Each lens must fit exactly to the cornea of ​​the eye. Such selection is carried out by specialized ophthalmological clinics. Before making a lens, the doctor must conduct a series of studies: examining the fundus, measuring intraocular pressure, taking parameters of the cornea and, if necessary, an ultrasound of the eye. It is also necessary to take into account contraindications for wearing lenses, if any.

It is also worth remembering that care products for night lenses are different from care products for soft contact lenses. The storage conditions are also excellent. This must be taken into account when choosing lenses.

Reviews of doctors about night lenses for restoring vision for adults

According to most ophthalmologists, night lenses are most suitable for people who do not have the opportunity to wear lenses or other means of vision correction every day – for example, athletes or people working in harmful conditions (dust, gas pollution, etc.). They are also suitable for patients who cannot make surgical vision correction (for example, at a young and old age). Such lenses will become an indispensable means of correction after surgical procedures on the eyes or during the rehabilitation period.

The selection of night lenses is a complex undertaking, it requires special equipment and highly qualified doctor. A very important aspect is learning how to put on lenses. The first time lenses should be put on under the supervision of a doctor and see him after the first night of wearing lenses.

Popular questions and answers

Ophthalmologist Svetlana Chistyakova answers the most popular questions regarding the wearing of night lenses.

How do night lenses work to restore vision for adults?

— The night lens consists of two layers. The first layer corrects vision like an ordinary lens, the second one has a denser structure and changes the curvature of the cornea of ​​the eye in a few hours of wearing. This effect persists throughout the day and allows you not to use glasses or other lenses during the day.

How long does the effect of night lenses last?

— The duration of the corrective effect depends on the type of lens. After 6-8 hours of wearing, visual acuity is restored for a period of 24 to 72 hours. The correction has a “cumulative effect”, so over time, the lenses can be used less frequently.

How to put on night lenses?

– Night lenses can be put on as usual, using fingers or special suction cups. It is much easier to do this, because the night lenses are tougher, do not turn out, do not stick to the fingertips. The first time the lenses must be worn under the supervision of a doctor.

Why are night contact lenses dangerous?

– Night lenses do not pose a danger to vision and health in general. They are no more dangerous than ordinary soft lenses. The main thing to remember is that you can wear such lenses for no more than 10 hours, and wearing less than 7 hours will not bring the expected effect.

Can children wear these lenses?

– Night hard lenses can be worn by children from 6 years old, but only on the recommendation of a pediatric ophthalmologist. The main problem is the difficulty of putting them on and getting used to wearing them for a long time. In addition, the child should be disciplined. If he does not put on lenses at night, visual acuity will not be restored during the day.
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