Presbyopia Treatment
Often confused with farsightedness (hyperopia), presbyopia is a refractive error that occurs when your eye’s lens loses flexibility. This causes difficulty seeing up close and is part of the normal aging process. Everyone develops presbyopia as they age, but it usually doesn’t start appearing until age 45 or later.
Common Presbyopia Symptoms & Causes
As your eye ages, its lens can harden, making it less flexible. When it’s less flexible, it’ll slowly stop correctly focusing light on your retina. When this happens, you’ll notice several visual problems like blurred vision. Here are some of the other symptoms to look out for:
Treatments for Presbyopia
Presbyopia typically affects middle-aged or older adults, but symptoms don’t usually worsen after age 65. However, that doesn’t mean you have to live with presbyopia. At Optical Expressions, we offer several ways to correct it that span from eyeglass or contact lens prescriptions or LASIK. Talk with our doctors to determine which solution will work best for you.
Schedule An Exam with Our Optometrists in Phoenix and Scottsdale
Whether you’re an adult over the age of 45 or are experiencing problems with your near vision, an appointment at Optical Expressions can help you achieve clear vision. Schedule your appointment today.
