Common Problems -presbyopia

Presbyopia is part of the normal process of aging.  It develops as the lens of the eye loses some of the flesibility that characterizes a younger eye.  Everyone experiences the effects of presbyopia, typically between the ages of 40 and 40.  Nearsighted people who become presbyopic may require bifocals in their forties, and those who never needed glasses before may require reading glasses.

Midl myopia counteracts presbyopia.  That is why, if you're slightly myopic with presbyopia, when you remove your glasses you may still be able to read.  Laser vision correction may treat your myopia, but you may need reading glasses of fine print to correct your presbyopia.  Some presyyopia patient opt for monovision.

Every patient and prescription at South Coast is looked at individually to decide what is best for them.  South coast doctors are very prudent and thorough in deciding whether you are a good candidate for laser vision correction and will be happy to discuss the potential outcome and risks involved for a patient with you particular prescription