Presbyopia is a perfectly normal phenomenon of eye aging that affects more than 7 out of 10 people from the age of 45. The ciliary muscles are relaxed and the lens no longer performs its focusing work; this causes discomfort for near vision. It then becomes difficult to read, work meticulously, sew, etc. To correct presbyopia and regain comfortable vision and a "normal" life, several solutions exist: Glasses (reading, proximity, or progressive) but also contact lenses and laser surgery.
Fighting presbyopia from the age of 45
From the age of 45, signs of aging appear, from wrinkles to white hair, not to mention presbyopia. To combat the latter, there are different options depending on patients' various expectations.
Glasses for presbyopes
– Reading glasses: There are classic magnifying glasses equipped with unifocal lenses that only allow reading at close range.
– Progressive glasses: The glasses are equipped with lenses having the patient's different corrections to have homogeneous vision across their entire environment.
– Proximity glasses: These allow for clear vision up close and at mid-distance, ideal for reading, watching TV, and working on the computer.
– Anti-blue light proximity glasses or sunglasses for comfortable and easy close-up and mid-distance vision.
Presbyopia contact lenses
– Contact lenses: To correct presbyopia, contact lenses (disposable or not) are also available, which allow for sharp and clear vision.
Laser surgery to regain clear near vision
– Laser surgery: Depending on the degree of presbyopia, the patient's distance vision, their eye, and their expectations, it is possible to undergo laser surgery to correct presbyopia. It is mandatory to consult a specialist beforehand and follow all their advice before and after the intervention.
