PRESBYOPIA TREATMENT IMPROVING NEAR VISION
What is Presbyopia? Presbyopia is a condition characterized by difficulty in seeing nearby objects clearly, usually occurring after the age of 40. As the natural lens of the eye loses flexibility with age, the ability of the eye to focus on close distances diminishes. This results from a reduction in the lens' ability to accommodate and the eye muscles being unable to shape the lens effectively.
Symptoms of Presbyopia:
- Difficulty in seeing nearby objects or reading
- Need to hold newspapers or books farther away when reading
- Struggling in low light while reading
- Eye fatigue or headaches after close-up work
How is Presbyopia Treated?
- Glasses: The most common and simple solution is to use reading glasses or multifocal (bifocal or progressive) glasses. These support the eye's focusing ability to provide clear vision at close distances.
- Contact Lenses: Some individuals may prefer multifocal or monovision contact lenses. In a technique called "Monovision," one eye is optimized for distant vision while the other eye is optimized for close distances.
- Refractive Surgery: Surgical procedures using lasers can correct presbyopia by altering the eye's refractive power. Methods such as LASIK, PRK, or LASEK can be applied. Special implants like "KAMRA inlay" can also be used to enhance the eye's focusing ability.
- Lens Replacement: Similar to cataract surgery, the natural lens of the eye is removed, and multifocal artificial lenses are implanted. This method is suitable, especially for individuals with both presbyopia and cataracts.
RESBYOND Laser Blending Zone: Personalized Treatment for Presbyopia
What is RESBYOND Laser Blending Zone? RESBYOND Laser Blending Zone is an advanced laser eye treatment method developed for presbyopic patients (difficulty in seeing close objects). This technique applies an enhanced micro-monovision strategy to allow clear vision at both near and far distances. RESBYOND adapts to the natural aging process of the eye and individual eye characteristics, providing a personalized and optimized visual experience.
Micro Monovision and Optical Zone Optimization: In the conventional monovision method, one eye (usually the dominant one) is optimized for distant vision, leaving the other eye (non-dominant) slightly myopic (up to -1.5 diopters) for near vision. RESBYOND takes this foundation and improves it by creating a continuous refraction throughout the entire optical zone of the cornea, providing a more natural and broad focus area. This approach increases depth of field and enhances visual quality for presbyopic patients with more complex visual needs.
Personalized Treatment: RESBYOND offers a completely personalized treatment by considering the functional age of the patient's eye, preoperative spherical aberrations (irregularities in the shape of light refraction in the eye), and other unique eye characteristics. As each person's eye structure, lifestyle, and vision needs are different, RESBYOND aims to deliver the most suitable visual results by taking these factors into account.
Integrated Vision with the "Blending Zone": The result achieved with RESBYOND, known as the "Blending Zone," combines two images created for near and far distances in a personalized way. This allows patients to see objects at different distances more comfortably and experience less visual fatigue during daily activities.
Advantages of RESBYOND:
- Provides clear vision at near, intermediate, and far distances.
- Offers personalized treatment with optimized results tailored to individual eye characteristics.
- Adapts to the natural aging process of the eye.
- Enhances visual comfort and quality of life.
RESBYOND Laser Blending Zone stands out as a significant innovation in presbyopia treatment. However, like any type of eye surgery, RESBYOND may involve certain risks and may not be suitable for everyone. Therefore, if you are considering this treatment, it is important to consult with an experienced eye health professional for a detailed evaluation and counseling. Your specialist will determine the most suitable treatment option based on your health condition, lifestyle, and vision goals.