Any age restriction for Ortho-k?

No, both adults and children can wear Ortho-K lenses. The youngest patient we have was 6 years old, her mother worked with her every night and after 2 months, this cute girl was able to insert and remove the lenses by herself under her mom’s supervision. Also, we have few people in their 40’s and 50’s who love the freedom that Ortho-K brings to them. One eye was corrected for distance vision and the other for reading, this is known as “monovision”.

How quickly is my vision to improve with Ortho-K?

Your vision will improve after the first night and it will improve further and stabilise over the next two weeks of Ortho-K wear because your eye shape remodel with the treatment. For higher degrees of short-sightedness and astigmatism will take longer time to achieve optimum vision.

What prescriptions are suitable for Ortho-K?

Ortho-K typically works best for myopia (short-sightedness) between -1.00 to -6.00. The amount of astigmatism reduction depends on the type of astigmatism and amount. The upper limits for astigmatism reduction are 1.50 diopters of “with-the-rule” corneal astigmatism and 0.75 diopters of “against-the-rule” corneal astigmatism. Ortho-K will not have an effect on the internal astigmatism.

ZEISS Innovation Summit 2.0 - Optometrist

We as an Malaya Optical Vision Expert team, has been recognized for our excellence in eye care, who were also invited to attend the prestigious Zeiss Summit Innovation 2.0. This event brought together leading vision experts from South Asia to explore the latest advancements in myopia management. Here are some insights of what we were involved for passed three days in Singapore.

Day 1: Arrival and Welcoming Dinner

Check-in: The event began with a smooth check-in process at the hotel. We as an attendees settled in and prepared for the activities ahead. We had a great time during the check in process as we managed to came across with our fellow friends from other practices after some time at the greeting session.
Welcoming Dinner: The evening featured a private dinner at an exclusive restaurant. The buffet offered a wide variety of delectable dishes, providing a relaxed environment for initial networking and informal discussions among the vision experts. This setting allowed participants to connect and share their anticipation for the upcoming sessions.

Day 2: Insights and Innovations

Zeiss Instruments and Lenses Showcase:
- Hands-on Experience: Attendees had the chance to interact with Zeiss’s latest instruments and lenses designed for myopia management. This included demonstrations of new vision instrument technologies and its applications in clinical practice.
- Innovations: Detailed presentations highlighted recent advancements in myopia management, including new methodologies and tools that enhance diagnostic accuracy and treatment effectiveness.

Educational Sessions:
- Global Myopia Prevalence: Experts provided a comprehensive overview of the global prevalence of myopia, discussing trends, statistics, and regional differences.
- Management Guidelines: A deep dive into the latest guidelines for managing myopia in children was provided. This session covered best practices, the importance of early intervention, and strategies for effective management.
- Required Instruments: Information on the essential instruments needed in a practice to manage myopia effectively was shared, including their functionalities and benefits.

Refreshments: Throughout the day, food and beverages were served, ensuring that participants remained energized and engaged.
Recognition Ceremony:
- Malaya Optical Recognition: Both Malaya Optical Damansara Uptown and Malaya Optical Subang were formally recognized as Zeiss Vision Experts. This acknowledgment was marked by the presentation of tokens of recognition, celebrating our commitment to excellence in myopia management and ZEISS lenses.
Special Presentation:
- Vision care doctors and experts: The head of the myopia program delivered an insightful talk on controlling myopia progression. Their presentation included practical strategies and research findings that could be applied in clinical settings.

Evening Social Activities:
- Networking and Gala Night: The evening offered a lively opportunity for networking. All the attendees participated in team discussions, shared their experiences, and enjoyed the Gala Night. The event featured entertainment, allowing for relaxed interactions and a chance to further build professional relationships.
- Quiz and Gifts: A fun quiz was held, with participants having the chance to win various gifts. This added an element of enjoyment to the evening and encouraged active engagement.

Day 3: Final Insights and Zeiss Tour

Final Talk Sessions:
- Continued Learning: The day began with additional talks focusing on advanced topics in myopia management. These sessions provided further depth on specific challenges and solutions in the field with a hands on workshop. There was also a direct Q&A interaction session from the audiences to the experts.
Zeiss Facility Tour:
- Exploration: Attendees toured the Zeiss facilities, gaining an inside look at the company’s operations and research activities. This tour provided valuable context on how Zeiss’s innovations are developed and tested.
Key Takeaways:
- Practical Applications: Participants left with actionable insights and practical knowledge that they could apply directly to their practices. The sessions covered not only the theoretical aspects of myopia management but also provided tools and techniques for real-world application.

Overall, the Zeiss Summit Innovation 2.0 was a highly informative and engaging event. It offered a blend of hands-on experience, expert presentations, and valuable networking opportunities, all centered around advancing myopia management practices. Do visit us and get your eyes tested with ZEISS vision experts today!