How does CRT lenses work?

A: CRT®, or Corneal Refractive Therapy, is a form of orthokeratology that utilizes a unique rigid gas permeable contact lens designed to temporarily correct myopia (nearsightedness) by reshaping your cornea while you sleep. You may then be able to go throughout the day without any lenses.

How long do I need to wear CRT lenses?

Paragon CRT® Contact Lens Removal However, with every successive night of wear, the effect should become greater and last longer. It will take between 7 to 14 days of treatment to obtain unaided-vision throughout your day.

Do CRT lenses work for adults?

Adults Wear Paragon CRT® Contact Lenses Because this treatment can be discontinued at any time without permanent change to the eye, people of any age can try the procedure, as long as their eyes are healthy.

Are CRT lenses permanent?

Is orthokeratology with Paragon CRT Contact Lenses permanent? No, it’s temporary. If you stop wearing the lenses regularly while you sleep, your vision will return to its original state in as little as 72 hours.

Can CRT lenses cure myopia?

These special lenses reshape the elongated myopic eyes to equal vision correction provided by traditional glasses or contact lenses. Studies have suggested that wearing lenses like those used in CRT helps slow or even stop the progression of myopia.

Is CRT covered by insurance?

In general, CRT / Ortho-K is considered an elective, cosmetic treatment, and your insurance will not cover the cost of your CRT exams.

Do CRT lenses correct for astigmatism?

CRT lenses correct myopia, with/without low or moderate astigmatism, by gently reshaping the cornea while you sleep!

Can CRT correct astigmatism?

Is CRT safe for kids?

Paragon CRT® Lenses are Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) contacts, which is Ortho-K, a technology where your child wears the lenses overnight while they sleep. The process is gentle and safe.

Why is ortho-k so expensive?

Why Does Ortho-K Cost More Than Standard Lenses? The lenses are designed for your eyes only — and customized products always cost more. The extra time, personalized attention and high-quality material used to ensure a perfect fit all add to the cost.

How much does CRT cost?

Due to these efforts, I expect to double the number of active CRT patients by the end of the year. In my area, a typical global fee for CRT for both eyes (including CRT lenses) ranges from $1,000 to $2,000.

How do Paragon CRT® contact lenses work?

While wearing the Paragon CRT® Contact Lenses, the surface differences between the lens and the cornea, forces the cornea (epithelium) to take on a new shape. The corneal tissue begins to take on the shape of the back surface of the treatment lens, which is designed to correct for myopia and astigmatism. Paragon CRT® Contact Lens Removal.

How long does it take for CRT lenses to work?

It can take up to two weeks of regularly wearing CRT lenses to produce a maximum correction of daytime vision. 6) Corneal Refractive Therapy is suitable for children and teens as there is no age restriction on the FDA approval.

What is night CRT and how does it work?

CRT, or Corneal Refractive Therapy, is a non-surgical option that helps correct nearsightedness without the daytime use of contacts or glasses. CRT lenses are worn at night, and correct the curvature of the cornea while sleeping so you can see clearly during the day.

What is a CRT eye exam?

Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) is a non-surgical way to correct your vision while you sleep. These are special contact lenses that gently reshape the front surface of your cornea while you wear them overnight. Once the process is complete, your need for glasses or contact lenses during the day is eliminated.