PRESBYOPIA
Sometimes confused with farsightedness. Presbyopia blurs vision for reading and other does work. It is related to the aging process and causes a loss of flexibility in the lens inside the eye. It typically begins after age 40 and progresses into the early sixties. It can complicate other vision conditions. Reading glasses, bifocals, trifocals, or contact lenses are needed, as are periodic lens changes.

MYOPIA
Also known as nearsightedness, is most likely to appear between the ages of 10 and 20. It iis a progressive condition that blurs diatance vision and usually stabilizes in the mid-to-late twenties. An annual eye examination is wise. Periodic lens changes are needed, although wearing contact lenses may slow myopia’s progression.

HYPEROPIA
Hyperopia. or farsightedness is one of the refractive errors. The most common cause of hyperopia is a normal variation in the shape of the eyeball; the length of the eyeball is too short. This means that it is shorter front to back than is normal. In some cases, hyperopia may be caused by the cornea having too flat a curvature.

ASTIGMATISM
Astigmatism is caused by an irregularity in the cornea’s shape. Astigmatism blurs and distorts at all distances. It can be corrected with glasses or contact lenses.

Prolonged focusing problems can be caused by concentration on reading, computer screens, and other close work. Such actions can lead to focusing difficulties at any age, but especially among adults.

GLAUCOMA
Glaucoma remains the leading cause of blindness in the US and in the world.  As such, we know that it is foremost on the minds of many of our patients. Our doctors are certified in the diagnosis and treatment of Glaucoma. Treatment varies from simple medical intervention in the form of eye drops to surgical laser procedures performed on the affected tissues. In either case, our doctors will investigate the level of risk and recommend the most appropriate treatment regimen.