Presbyopia

Reading glasses
Your vision never used to be like this.

Have you recently started needing reading glasses?

From around the age of 45, many people find themselves needing to wear glasses to read, or to see very fine details, and begin to question whether they are suitable for laser for reading glasses. Most people experience this as they get older, regardless of whether or not they ever needed glasses when they were younger, and whether or not they have previously had laser eye surgery.

This age-related change to your vision is due to a condition called “presbyopia.”

Understanding presbyopia 

Causes

Presbyopia is caused when the muscles in your eye harden and lose flexibility, and the lenses begin to change. You’ll first start noticing that you need reading glasses to see close-up objects. Over time, presbyopia will also affect your distance (eg. driving) vision.

Presbyopia is not an illness, and it’s not something that can be avoided: it is the natural effect of the ageing process on your vision, very much similar to the gradual appearance and progress of grey hair or wrinkles.

Testing

During your free assessment, we intend to get to know you and your eyes in great detail. Each assessment is tailored to your specific eyes and needs. The entire process is very thorough, and typically takes around one hour to complete. The diagnostic equipment we use is state-of-the-art, and is able to give results so precise that we can use this same data to create surgical algorithms. 

Treatment

At Medownick, the great news is that there is more than one way to treat presbyopia and make your eyes young again. 

1. We use our state-of-the-art Schwind technology to perform PresbySmart, a carefully-calibrated and personalised laser solution that enables you to tailor the outcomes to your unique eyes and vision goals. By allowing for the fact that your eyes will continue ageing and changing, patients can expect to enjoy the benefits of PresbySmart for approximately five to 10 years. 

2. A second, more permanent way that we treat presbyopia is through an advanced lens replacement. This procedure, which involves gently removing the affected (presbyopic) lens and replacing it with a new intraocular lens (IOL), can give them a long-term vision correction solution that allows them to see clearly at close, middle and distant ranges.

Life after vision correction surgery

After IOL surgery

Most of our patients describe the experience as literally turning back the clock on their eyes. They are freed from needing to remember to carry both driving glasses and reading glasses, from frowning over the top of multifocals, or shining phone torches on small print, or feeling afraid to drive at night. 

Ready to turn back time?

Your first step is simple, and free. Simply click here to book a FREE appointment at our clinic in Richmond, Victoria. During this appointment, we will thoroughly assess your vision, and give you honest guidance and information about your suitability for laser eye surgery. The assessment is free, and there is absolutely no obligation for you to go ahead with any procedure. You've got nothing to lose, but your glasses or contacts. 

Why do I need reading glasses?  

Presbyopia is caused when the muscles in your eye weaken and the lenses begin to change. You’ll first start noticing that you need reading glasses to see close-up objects. Over time, presbyopia will also affect your distance (e.g. driving) vision.

Presbyopia is not an illness, and it’s not something that can be avoided: it is the natural effect of the ageing process on your vision, very much similar to the gradual appearance and progress of grey hair or wrinkles.

 

How will you test my vision?  

When you come to Medownick Laser Clinic for your free assessment, we perform a thorough series of tests designed to understand your vision, the progress of presbyopia, and check for other vision factors such as the early signs of cataracts. 

Based on your test results, we are able to advise the opportunities available for you to see naturally. 

 

Can I get laser eye surgery for reading?

It is possible to use laser surgery for reading if you are long-sighted, and we will usually recommend either LASIK or Touchless Robotic Trans-PRK laser to correct your vision.

Laser surgery for reading glasses is a different type of vision correction procedure: we call this Mono Vision, and it is used to correct presbyopia. With Mono Vision laser for reading glasses, one eye is corrected for close vision (like reading), and the other for distance (like driving), and the brain.

Mono Vision is not for everyone, and we will be able to recommend the best path forward for you to achieve the results you are looking for, after you attend your free assessment. Medownick also performs advanced non-laser procedures that can be used to reduce or remove altogether the need to wear reading glasses, and we can discuss these options with you as well 

 

Related Procedures at Medownick Laser Eye Clinic

At Medownick Laser Eye Clinic, we understand that every patient's vision needs are unique so we offer a comprehensive range of treatments designed to address various vision challenges effectively:

 

Laser eye surgery for myopia: Specialised treatments to correct short-sightedness, providing clear vision at all distances.

Long-sighted laser surgery: Effective procedures for hyperopia, ensuring sharp vision for both near and distant objects.

Astigmatism and laser eye surgery: Precision treatments to correct astigmatism, improving overall clarity and quality of vision.

Lens replacement surgery: A long-term solution for patients unsuitable for laser procedures or those seeking permanent correction for presbyopia.

 

Why Choose Medownick for Vision Correction?

Choosing the right clinic for your vision care is a big decision. At Medownick Laser Eye Clinic, we focus on honest advice and treatments that truly suit your individual needs. We offer advanced treatments such as cataract eye surgery, smartsight eye surgery or ICL surgery to address diverse vision concerns.

 

Contact Us Today

Take the first step toward improved vision with a consultation at Medownick Laser Eye Clinic. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are ready to discuss your needs and guide you toward the most suitable treatment options. Discover how our tailored approach can help you regain clarity and confidence in your vision.