It is an eye disease that develops depending on age. It is a vision disorder that makes it difficult to see near objects clearly, while making it difficult to see distant objects clearly. This condition occurs as a result of the loss of elasticity of the eye lens. Normally, the lens of the eye has the ability to focus to see clearly up close. However, as we age, the lens loses its elasticity and flexibility. In this situation presbyopia surgery It may be necessary.
How is Presbyopia Surgery Performed?
Monovision LASIK or PRK: In this method, one eye is corrected to see clearly at a distance, while the other eye is corrected to see clearly at near. This method works by combining the different focal points of the two eyes by the brain. This way, you can switch between near and far focusing.
In the Lens Fitting method, a multi- or trifocal artificial lens is placed instead of the natural lens. These lenses have different focal points to provide clear vision both near and far.
In the Accommodative Lens Wear method, an accommodative lens is placed instead of the natural lens. The accommodative lens increases the ability to focus by contracting the eye muscles, thus enabling clear vision both near and far.
Intra-corneal inlay: In this method, a thin ring-shaped inlay (implant) is placed under the corneal layer. Inlay improves symptoms by increasing focus in near vision.
Presbyopia surgery Your ophthalmologist will decide which method to use. Before the surgery, an eye examination and evaluation is performed and the appropriate method is determined. Every surgery has risks and advantages. Therefore, it is important to discuss it in detail with your doctor before surgery.
Advantages of Presbyopia Surgery
It can reduce or eliminate the need to constantly wear glasses or contact lenses to see clearly up close. This provides more comfort and practicality in daily life.
Seeing clearly up close can make your eyes look younger and livelier. Reducing or eliminating the use of glasses helps your face look clear and natural.
Since the dependence on glasses or lenses decreases after the procedure, it provides freedom in activities such as sports and traveling. It allows you to be more comfortable and active in daily life as there is no need to deal with glasses or lenses.
Provides a permanent fix. The effects of the surgery may last for years. Even if this condition develops again due to aging, the improvement after the procedure may still be noticeable.
On the other hand, presbyopia surgery It also has risks and disadvantages. Therefore, you should discuss it in detail with your doctor before the procedure. It is important to evaluate the benefits and risks specific to your individual situation.