Night lenses, or orthokeratological lenses, are a relatively new way to correct vision without glasses or surgery. They are very stiff and act on the cornea, causing it to temporarily reshape. Thanks to this effect, light hits the retina, focusing on the desired point. And due to this, it turns out to restore vision. Even with a temporary effect, this is not a method of treatment, but only an opportunity to temporarily restore 100% vision and stop the development of myopia.

Orthokeratology lenses can only be worn at night. You need to sleep for at least 7-8 hours, but no more than 10 hours. If less, the effect will not be pronounced enough. If it is more, strong discomfort will be felt in the eyes, and the result will be weaker. The effect of wearing night lenses is cumulative - after removal, vision will be good during the day. Before going to bed, you will have to put them on again.

It is impossible to buy such a means of restoring vision just like that. An ophthalmologist's consultation and help in choosing is necessary - each night lens is selected individually for the human eye. Sometimes you even have to make unique options to order. Each pair is worn for an average of 1-1.5 years, after which they need to be replaced. In addition, when using it, you will have to be examined by an ophthalmologist every few months.

As a result of wearing orthokeratological (night) means, you can forget about the existence of glasses. But which model should you entrust your eyes to? What brands are the most widespread and tested by time and hundreds of patients? To make your choice easier, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with our rating of the best night lenses. The most popular and proven options were found, used by dozens of doctors. We have compiled our ranking of the best night lenses based on user reviews and a selection of leading ophthalmic clinics.

TOP 5 best night lenses

5 WAVE NightLens

Little known, but very good night lenses from the renowned manufacturer Bausch & Lomb. Oxygen permeability is not bad - up to 100 Dk / t. According to the manufacturer, many indications are used when creating individual lenses, thanks to which they fit perfectly and perfectly restore vision. This is achieved through multiple curves and correct alignment. Wearing them is quite comfortable even in comparison with leading brands. These night lenses will be effective for myopia up to -5 D and moderate astigmatism, up to -1.5 D.

Unfortunately, this model is practically not represented in Russia and the CIS countries. But she is actively praised in reviews by foreign patients and specialists who prefer not to use the options listed above. Therefore, it takes the last place in the rating.

4 Emerald

American lenses from Euclid Systems Corporation that will fit almost anyone. According to the manufacturer's assurances, this model is so versatile that there is no need for "trial" options for fitting - it is enough to carry out several examinations of the eye and choose from the standard ones. According to the manufacturer's assurances, they can be used from any age, if a person is able to treat them carefully.

Night lenses have quite acceptable, although not the highest oxygen permeability - up to 85 Dk / t. Therefore, it will take several days or even weeks to get used to them. Made from Oprifocon material, well studied and tested on many patients. The effect is observed after 2-3 weeks of nightly use.

They work with a good range of diopters - they can be used with myopia from -1 to -5 D. But in terms of astigmatism, they work similarly to the leader of the rating - only up to -1.5 D. In reviews, buyers noted that the model is very fragile. Therefore, you need to be more careful with it. Taking care of them is somewhat more difficult than others.

3 Contex Ok-lens

An excellent American option with a rich history. The manufacturing company first received a night lens back in 1986, and since then has been actively developing orthokeratology.Today she has got an excellent model with good characteristics.

They are able to improve vision with myopia up to -5 D and astigmatism up to -1.5 D - quite a standard result. Made from Boston XO material and have oxygen permeability up to 100 Dk / t. Quite comfortable to wear every night. It is quite possible to sleep in them without any serious discomfort.

Oddly enough, the model is capable of protecting against ultraviolet radiation. Although usually such lenses are not intended for everyday wear, it is still allowed to sit in them for half an hour or an hour before going to bed. The manufacturer claims that you can even walk in them during the day, if this is consistent with the appointment of an ophthalmologist.

2 ESA DL

Orthokeratological lenses from Doctor Lenz are the second in the ranking. The Russian development turned out to be very successful and was accepted all over the world. ESA DLs are now used in many countries around the world.

They have a good ability to correct myopia - from -0.25 to -8 D. At the same time, they can work to correct hyperopia - options from +, 025 to +4 D. pretty serious.

The company produces lenses from Boston XO material with good gas permeability up to 100 Dk / t. Therefore, wearing them is quite comfortable, although it will take longer to get used to than to Paragon. An interesting feature of this brand is that the structure of its back surface is almost identical to the real human cornea, so that the selection is noticeably easier and more accurate. Finding your lenses becomes much easier.

1 Paragon CRT

The most popular lenses from the company of the same name, presented in the territory of the former Soviet Union. An important feature is the tangential geometry, due to which the optometrist can adjust its parameters to the eye of a particular person in any way when making a unique version. Able to correct myopia from -1 to -6 D, can be used for astigmatism up to -1.5.

For creation, a unique material Paragon HDS® (paflufocon D), developed by the manufacturer, is used. For nine years, experts have been struggling to obtain the thinnest, most oxygen-permeable and comfortable material to wear. And they did it - the lenses from it are 30% thinner than other night models. They have excellent oxygen permeability - up to 151 Dk / t. And they even passed the test in space, where they proved to be excellent!

According to the reviews of patients who corrected vision with their help, they allow you to achieve 100% vision without too long a period of addiction and serious discomfort.