Lasik Harrisburg, Getting Better Vision

Getting Better Vision

The start to getting better vision really starts with a consultation between you and  a vision care specialist or eye doctor. Getting your personal best vision requires identifying your specific visual issues and then creating a plan to correct the vision issues. Each vision issue has a different set of solutions. The doctors will be the best vision consultant that you could ask for because they will discuss your treatment options and help you weigh the benefits and risks. The common vision disorders listed below will identify typical problems and present treatment possibilities. Understanding the following conditions will assist you when consulting with your doctor and determining which possibilities make sense for your specific lifestyle.



Nearsightedness (myopia)

    Patients with nearsightedness, or myopia, are unable to focus clearly on distant objects.

Nearsightedness Treatment Options

    LASIK(Laser eye surgery), PRK Photo-refractive keratectomy,  (ICL - Implantable Contact Lens ), Clear Lens Extraction (Refractive Lens Exchange)

Symptoms of Nearsightedness

  • Difficulty seeing distant objects
  • Squinting in order to focus


Farsightedness (hyperopia)

    Individuals with farsightedness or hyperopia are unable to see near and distant objects clearly.

Farsightedness Treatment Options

    LASIK, Clear lens Extraction, NearVision CK

Symptoms of Farsightedness

  • Difficulty seeing objects up close and at a distance
  • Reading vision problems


Presbyopia

    Problems with near vision often become apparent when an individual is about 40 years old.

Presbyopia Treatment Options

    Monovision LASIK, Refractive Lens Exchange,  Bifocals glasses or contact lenses

Symptoms

  • Difficulty reading
  • Frequent headaches


    • Astigmatism

      Astigmatism occurs when the cornea, which should be shaped like a sphere, is instead shaped like an oval

    Astigmatism Treatment Options

      AK, LASIK

    Symptoms of Astigmatism

    • Difficulty seeing both near and distant objects without squinting
    • Blurred or distorted vision when reading


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