Farsightedness is a condition in which distant objects seem clearer than nearby objects. Astigmatism is a condition that makes both near and distant objects seem blurred. Presbyopia refers to the loss of focusing ability that occurs in everyone with age. Symptoms usually begin when a person is in their early 40s. People who have never worn glasses begin needing glasses for reading.
Farsighted people become increasingly dependent on glasses for all activities.
Nearsighted people may remove their glasses to read, but most will eventually need bifocal-type glasses in order to have clear vision at both distance and near. Contact lenses also work by effectively changing the shape of the cornea. It is a surgical procedure that can be used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. I've been told I am not a candidate for laser vision correction. We provide a complete range of options and will be happy to discuss the relative advantages of each procedure in your particular situation.