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All You Need to Know
Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) at Art of Optiks is a non-surgical, nighttime treatment that reshapes your vision while you sleep. By morning, you’ll wake up to crisp, glasses-free sight—ready to take on your day without the limitations of traditional eyewear. Whether you’re navigating an active lifestyle, managing progressive myopia, or working in demanding environments, CRT offers a safe and effective solution for all ages.
Because CRT is reversible, you’re never locked into a single choice. If your preferences or needs change, you can return to glasses or consider options like LASIK down the line.
Our award-winning team is here to guide you every step of the way. We take the time to understand your lifestyle and vision goals, crafting a personalized plan that prioritizes your comfort and long-term eye health.
Take the first step toward freedom and clarity—schedule your consultation with Art of Optiks and start seeing life in a new light.
What is Corneal Refractive Therapy?
See your day clearly—without glasses or daytime contacts—thanks to Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) from Art of Optiks. Also called Orthokeratology, this non-invasive method uses specially designed lenses worn overnight to gently reshape your cornea. While you sleep, your vision is being improved, so you can wake up ready to take on your day with confidence and clarity.
CRT is a great fit for individuals of all ages. It’s often used to help slow the progression of myopia in children and teens, giving them freedom in school and sports. Adults love the convenience, especially those with active jobs, demanding schedules, or sensitivity to contact lenses during the day. And because CRT is completely reversible, you’ll never be locked into one solution—leaving options open for glasses, contacts, or even LASIK in the future.
At Art of Optiks, we believe eye care should be personal. That’s why we tailor every CRT treatment using advanced corneal imaging and expert guidance. From start to finish, you’ll receive care that’s comfortable, customized, and centered on long-term vision health.
Let’s help you see differently—with freedom, clarity, and care you can trust.
Children and Teenagers
For children who are constantly adjusting their glasses or struggling with daytime contact lenses, Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) offers a practical, worry-free alternative. Worn only at night, these specially designed lenses gently reshape the cornea during sleep, allowing your child to wake up with clear vision—no glasses or daytime contacts needed.
CRT is more than just a convenience—it’s also a proactive approach to managing myopia. By slowing its progression, CRT supports healthier vision into adulthood. Whether your child is active in sports, busy in the classroom, or simply wants more freedom during the day, CRT helps them focus on what matters most without the interruptions of traditional eyewear.
At Art of Optiks, we understand that every child’s vision needs are different. That’s why we personalize every treatment plan, combining advanced technology with compassionate care to ensure your child’s comfort, safety, and success with CRT.
Empower your child with clearer sight and greater confidence—schedule a CRT consultation at Art of Optiks and give them the freedom to thrive.
Adults
When your lifestyle demands focus, flexibility, and freedom, traditional eyewear can slow you down. Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) provides a non-surgical, low-maintenance option that keeps up with your pace. By wearing specialized lenses while you sleep, you’ll wake up ready to take on your day with clear vision — no glasses or daytime contacts required.
For outdoor enthusiasts, athletes, or professionals in physically intense roles, CRT means no slipping frames, no lens fog, and no irritation. You get sharp, reliable vision from the moment your day starts — whether that means scaling trails, navigating work zones, or pushing through long shifts.
CRT is also ideal for those who struggle with dry eyes or allergies. Since the lenses are worn only at night, your eyes remain comfortable and hydrated during the day.
At Art of Optiks, we tailor your CRT experience to your lifestyle, ensuring a seamless fit for your routine and vision goals. Clear vision doesn’t have to come with compromise — choose a solution that works while you rest and performs when you’re on the move.
What to Expect
Getting started with Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) is easier than you might think. Once we’ve confirmed it’s the right choice for your vision, we begin by capturing a high-resolution image of your cornea using advanced topography technology. This quick, painless scan gives us a detailed map of your eye’s surface — the key to creating custom-fitted lenses just for you.
Your CRT lenses are designed to gently reshape your corneas overnight. Depending on your vision goals, you might progress through a series of lenses that gradually refine the shape of your eyes for the clearest results.
Most people adjust to the lenses within the first few nights. They’re worn while you sleep, so there’s no interruption to your daily routine. Each morning, you’ll wake up with noticeably clearer vision — no glasses, no daytime contacts, just the freedom to take on the day.
Benefits
At Art of Optiks, we believe better vision should make life easier — not more complicated. That’s why we offer Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT), a non-invasive treatment that works while you sleep. These custom-fitted lenses gently reshape your cornea overnight, so you can wake up to clear, comfortable vision without relying on glasses or daytime contacts.
Designed for flexibility, CRT fits effortlessly into your routine — whether you’re managing an active lifestyle, navigating long workdays, or simply looking for more freedom. And because the results are completely reversible, you’re always in control of your vision care journey.
Improved Image Sharpness and Clarity
While you rest, Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) lenses get to work — gently and precisely reshaping the surface of your corneas. By morning, the subtle adjustments help light focus more effectively in your eyes, giving you crisp, clear vision throughout the day. There’s no need for glasses or daytime contacts — just a restful night and freedom from traditional eyewear.
Instantaneous Effects
Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) provides a flexible approach to vision correction. Many patients notice improved vision after just one night with Ortho-K lenses. Since CRT is not permanent, you can pause or stop treatment whenever you wish, and if desired, transition back to glasses or explore LASIK as a long-term solution. The choice is always yours.
Feeling of Normalcy
Ortho-K lenses make clear vision part of your nightly routine. As you sleep, these custom-fit lenses gently reshape your corneas, so you can wake up to sharp, focused sight — no glasses, no daytime contacts, no interruptions. It’s a seamless, non-surgical way to experience visual freedom every day.
Enhanced Quality of Life
Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) provides a non-invasive, flexible way to enhance your vision. With CRT, you can enjoy clear eyesight without relying on glasses or daytime contacts. Unlike permanent surgical options, CRT offers the freedom to improve your vision while maintaining an active lifestyle, all with minimal disruption and no long-term commitment.
Are You a Candidate?
At your eye exam, we’ll determine if Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) is the right choice for your vision needs. CRT is perfect for people who rely on glasses or contacts, particularly those with active lifestyles or physically demanding jobs. Unlike LASIK, CRT offers temporary vision correction, so you can easily switch back to glasses or contacts if your needs change in the future.
Locations & Doctors
At Art of Optiks, we are dedicated to providing personalized, high-quality eye care that meets your individual needs. Our award-winning team goes beyond expert service, taking the time to truly understand your unique eye health concerns.
We focus on building trusting relationships with every patient, ensuring you feel informed, comfortable, and fully supported throughout your care. Each visit is designed to provide an exceptional experience, with a strong emphasis on your long-term vision health and overall satisfaction.
Art of Optiks currently has two locations, offering a variety of services to our incredible patients. Our doctors, Timothy Haupert and Victoria Whitman, are located at offices in Wayzata and Edina, Minnesota.
