I wear bifocals now, why will I still need my reading glasses after LASIK?
Most people in their 40s or older will need reading glasses whether or not their eyes are corrected for distance vision. This is caused by the eye's loss of lens flexibility as we age. This condition, called presbyopia, cannot currently be treated by the LASIK procedure. Learn more about new procedures that do correct presbyopia.
Some patients in this age group choose monovision to correct this condition. This option allows patients to use one of their eyes for distance and the other to see up close. Although monovision proves to be satisfactory for some patients, many are not comfortable with this procedure.
Patients need to discuss the options with their doctors. Most doctors suggest that patients test monovision with contact lenses for a few weeks prior to opting for monovision with LASIK vision correction. Be sure to ask if this trial option is available to you. Learn more about monovision.
