What is presbyopia and how is it corrected?Are you in your 40s or 50s? Do you have to hold reading material further away in order to read it? Do you have trouble focusing on nearby objects? Our vision starts to decline as we get older and becomes presbyopic. What is presbyopia? it’s when we lose some of our near vision in middle age.This is very common and is experienced by most of us when we hit 40+.Presbyopia: explainedPresbyopia is the condition of ageing eyes. This is when the lens inside your eye becomes less elastic over time and therefore has trouble moving and zooming in and out. This affects your ability to focus and see things up close.We have a few ways to correct your presbyopia:1. Reading glasses or contact lensesThis is the initial option most people choose to relieve their declining vision. There’s a broad range of styles to choose from which may be a fun aspect, but generally the negatives out-weigh the benefits of wearing them.Expect regular (and expensive) prescription changes, breaking them, losing them, taking them on-and-off-and-on-and-off to get the right focus.Cheap reading glasses can damage your eyesight further1 https://www.bookaneyetest.co.uk/post/ready-readers and they also blur your distance vision. Not only this, but they will make you feel older and will take you out of the moment. For a lot of people this is the first time wearing glasses and it can be quite uncomfortable and difficult to get used to.2. Lens replacement surgery“one of the most successful treatments in all of medicine”Practically identical to cataract surgery, lens replacement surgery corrects less advanced symptoms than cataracts. It is a globally revered treatment in the medical community and may be considered as “one of the most successful treatments in all of medicine”2https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6139750/&sa=D&source=docs&ust=1663152029904426&usg=AOvVaw0dLSGHW-3X8WAKeWB25yBb.So what is it? It is a simple process of removing your naturally hardened lens, which has been causing you vision problems, and replacing it with an artificial IOL (Intraocular lens).This new lens will not break down and you can expect optimised and clear vision that lasts for life. We can treat near, far and intermediate vision as well addressing or preventing any early cataract forming. It can even treat astigmatism.The complication rate is very low and it is paired with a fast recovery time. You’d be back to normal activities within 48 hours and feeling stabilised within 1- 2 weeks.3. LASIK Blended VisionIf you chose our laser-blended treatment, we will alter the focus range of your eyes with LASIK techniques and technology. We correct the dominant eye for farsightedness, and the non-dominant eye to improve shortsightedness.Through marrying these two newly engineered eyes, you will be able to see a richer depth of field. This is also a great solution for presbyopia if you’re looking for a less-invasive option. Once you’re eligible, the effects can last up to 10 years or more.Book an assessment with usPresbyopia is a pain and it can hold you back. If you want to feel and look like the best version of yourself, we can help. Book a free assessment with us today.Home » Lens replacement » What is presbyopia and how is it corrected? Search for: ARE YOU SUITABLE?Check your laser eye surgery suitability online with our free LASIK self-testTAKE SUITABILITY SELF-TESTOUR MOST POPULAR PROCEDURESLASIKSmartSightICLLens ReplacementPRKRefractive cataract surgeryFAQsDISCOVER IF YOU CAN BE FREE FROM GLASSES AND CONTACT LENSESThe best way to find out if eye treatment is right for you is to have an in-person assessment. You’ll get a clear answer from our experts on your suitability and vision correction optionsBOOK A FREE ASSESSMENTHi, I’m Dr. Matthew Russell, your laser and cataract surgery specialistHI I’M DR. MATTHEW RUSSELL YOUR LASER EYE AND CATARACT SURGERY SPECIALISTWith over 15 years of experience, I enjoy the privilege of helping patients of all ages reclaim clear vision or preserve it for as long as possible.Vision correction and high-precision cataract surgery hinge on the expertise and skill set of the provider who also has access to the most precise tools for the job. Ophthalmic surgeons like me know how to make treatment safe, comfortable and positive for the patient. They know how to minimise the risk of complications and maximise successful outcomes.I have a passion for helping my patients enjoy the clear, high-definition vision they need to live rich and active lives. Now, I have hand-picked a team of professionals that share my passion and commitment to exceptional care.Dr. Matthew RussellMBChB, FRANZCO MORE ABOUT DR. RUSSELL