Bausch + Lomb Arise Orthokeratology Lens System: A Game-Changer for Myopia Management
VAUGHAN, Ontario – March 2025 – Bausch + Lomb has just launched a groundbreaking Orthokeratology Lens System, Arise™, in the United States. Designed to streamline the ortho-k lens fitting process, Arise™ is an intelligent cloud-based platform that enables eye care professionals to design lenses in seconds.
What makes this launch particularly exciting? The Arise™ system is the first FDA-approved ortho-k lens featuring toric peripheral curves, making it a powerful solution for myopia management in both children and adults. This advancement allows precise, overnight correction of myopia, helping patients see clearly without the need for daytime glasses or contact lenses.
What Is the Arise™ Orthokeratology Lens System?
The Arise Orthokeratology Lens System is a special type of contact lens worn while sleeping. It gently reshapes the cornea (the front part of the eye), so you wake up with clear vision. Since it’s designed for overnight use, you won’t need glasses or contact lenses during the day.
What makes Arise™ different from other ortho-k lenses?
- Smart Lens Design: Uses advanced corneal topography technology to create a perfect fit for each patient.
- Fast and Accurate Fitting: The system uses a cloud-based platform to design lenses quickly and precisely.
- FDA-Approved for Myopia and Astigmatism: Unlike regular ortho-k lenses, it also works well for people with astigmatism.
What Makes the Arise™ Ortho-K Lens Unique?
Traditional orthokeratology lens fitting is often complex and time-consuming. Arise™ revolutionizes the process with advanced topography-guided lens fitting, enabling quick and accurate customization without the need for a physical fitting set.
Key Features of the Arise™ System:
✔ Cloud-Based Fitting Technology: Instantly interprets corneal topography to recommend the best lens design.
✔ FDA-Approved for Toric Peripheral Curves: Ideal for patients with mild astigmatism.
✔ Precision and Speed: Reduces chair time† for optometrists, allowing for a more efficient practice.
✔ Secure Data Access: Cloud storage enables practitioners to monitor and adjust prescriptions remotely.
✔ Designed for All Experience Levels: Simplifies ortho-k lens fitting for both new and experienced eye care professionals.
Dr. Brooke Messer, OD, FAAO, FSLS, from Vance Thompson Vision, praises Arise™, stating:
“The ease and precision of Arise™ will be a welcome addition to my practice.”
How Does the Arise™ Orthokeratology Lens Work?
How Does the Arise™ Ortho-K Lens Work?
Many people wonder: How does the Arise Orthokeratology Lens work? It’s actually quite simple:
- Visit an Eye Doctor: A specialist will scan your cornea using a corneal topographer (a device that creates a detailed map of your eye).
- Lens Design and Customization: The Arise™ system processes the scan and creates a custom ortho-k lens that fits your eye shape perfectly.
- Wearing the Lenses Overnight: You put on the lenses before sleeping. They gently reshape your cornea while you rest.
- Clear Vision All Day: In the morning, you remove the lenses and enjoy clear vision without glasses or daytime contacts.
- Regular Check-ups: Your doctor will monitor your progress and adjust the lenses if needed.
Unlike LASIK, ortho-k is a reversible treatment—if a patient stops wearing the lenses, the cornea returns to its natural shape.
For Optometrists: those wondering, how does the Arise Orthokeratology Lens work?, it follows a simple yet scientifically proven process:
THREE STEPS TO SAVE TIME AND REDUCE GUESSWORK
1 Capture
Upload corneal images from your topographer with CloudLink
Mark the highest-quality corneal maps for each eye as “baseline.” Enter HVID in the appropriate field.
2 Design
Receive a custom design in seconds
Software analyses thousands of data points to recommend a highly accurate, custom lens design.
3 Evaluate
Evaluate topography, lens centration, and fluorescein.
If acceptable, dispense the lenses. If adjustments are needed, follow post-wear follow-up protocol as detailed in the Arise® fitting guide.
REFERENCE: 1.Data on file. Bausch & Lomb Incorporated. Rochester, NY.
Please read the instructions for use (IFU) for important product use and safety information.
The Rising Need for Myopia Management
Myopia is one of the fastest-growing vision conditions globally. Studies predict that by 2050, 50% of the world’s population will be nearsighted (Holden et al., 2016). This makes effective myopia control solutions more critical than ever.
Arise™ addresses this growing epidemic by offering a non-surgical, safe, and reversible alternative for myopia correction, especially for children and young adults at risk of worsening nearsightedness.
Benefits of Using Arise™ Ortho-K Lenses
If you’re looking for the best ortho-k lenses for myopia, Arise™ stands out because of its unique benefits:
✔ No Need for Glasses or Contacts During the Day – Perfect for sports, school, or work.
✔ Non-Surgical and Reversible – Unlike LASIK, this method does not permanently change your eyes.
✔ Great for Kids and Adults – Helps slow down myopia progression in children.
✔ FDA-Approved for Astigmatism – Works even if you have an irregular corneal shape.
✔ Custom Fit for Maximum Comfort – Designed based on your eye’s topography for a perfect fit.
Who Should Consider Arise™ Ortho-K Lenses?
These lenses are a great option for:
- Children with progressing myopia who want to avoid stronger prescriptions.
- People who dislike glasses or daytime contact lenses.
- Athletes and active individuals who need clear vision without lenses getting in the way.
- Those with mild to moderate myopia looking for a non-surgical solution.
Would you like to offer Arise™ to your patients? Consult Bausch + Lomb or visit www.bausch.com for more details.
Note : This article is written independently to inform about the latest trends in Optometry Eye care and is not sponsored.
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