VISUALEYES A MEMBER OF VISION SOURCE 203-458-1900 Shop Appointments Home About Us Vision Care & Products Promotions Patients Blog Contact Vision Problems A concise guide to some of the most common vision problems treated at VisualEyes in Guilford There are many different types of vision problems that could be affecting your eyesight. But, for the purposes of this guide, we will be focusing on four of the most common causes of impaired vision. These, along with many other vision impairments, are treated with care and precision by the eye care providers at VisualEyes in Guilford. Astigmatism Astigmatism is an uneven or irregular curvature of the cornea or lens, which results in blurred or distorted vision. Other symptoms of astigmatism include the need to squint, eye strain from squinting, headaches and eye fatigue. In reality, most people have some degree of astigmatism, which is usually present at birth and is believed to be hereditary. In minor cases, treatment may not be required but is certainly beneficial. Moderate to severe astigmatism can be treated with corrective eyewear or LASIK surgery. Hyperopia (Farsightedness) Farsightedness, medically known as hyperopia, refers to vision that is good at a distance but not at close range. Farsightedness occurs when the eyeball is shorter than normal, as measured from front to back, or when the cornea has too little curvature. This reduces the distance between the cornea and retina, causing light to converge behind the retina, rather than on it. If you are mildly farsighted, your eye care provider may not recommend corrective treatment at all. However, if you are moderately or severely hyperopic, you may have several treatment options available, including eyeglasses, contacts, LASIK and photorefractive keratectomy (PRK). Your eye care provider at VisualEyes will help you determine the best treatment option for you. Myopia (Nearsightedness) Nearsightedness, medically known as myopia, refers to vision that is good at close range but not at a distance. It generally occurs because the eyeball is too “long” as measured from front to back. Nearsightedness is diagnosed during routine eye exams and possible treatments include eyeglasses, contacts, acrylic corneal implants, LASIK, radial keratotomy (RK) and photorefractive keratotomy (PRK). Your eye care provider will suggest the best treatment option for you. Presbyopia (Aging Eyes) Aging eyes, medically known as presbyopia, is a condition in which the lens of the eye gradually loses its flexibility, making it harder to focus clearly on close objects such as printed words. Distance vision, on the other hand, is usually not affected. Unfortunately, presbyopia is an inevitable part of aging and cannot be prevented by diet, lifestyle or visual habits. However, it is treatable with several types of corrective lenses, including progressives, bifocals and trifocals, single-vision reading glasses, multifocal contact lenses and monovision therapy. Your eye care provider at VisualEyes will work with you to diagnose your vision problem and suggest the best treatment option for your eyes at our optometric office in Guilford. For more information, schedule an appointment with your eye care provider, and we’ll be in touch with you shortly. Vision Care & Products Lenses and Frames Contacts Vision Correction Eye Conditions Eye Diseases Vision Problems Shop Online Browse our online store for eye care products. Shop Online “Always a pleasant and professional experience. They were even able to fit me in last minute because of a concern. Highly recommend this practice to anyone relocating or in search of a new eye doctor.” Kristie F Request Appointment You can schedule your next appointment with us online! Schedule Now 203-458-1900 From the Blog COVID-19 Policy/Procedures: Closure April 27, 2020 A message to our patients about COVID-19 April 3, 2020 What if we had a choice? April 9, 2014 Welcome to the New VisualEyes Website! April 9, 2014 Quick Links Home About Us Vision Care & Products Promotions Patients Blog Contact Contact Us VisualEyes 705 Boston Post Road, Suite A10 Guilford, CT 06437 Phone: 203-458-1900 Fax: 203-458-2300 Email Us Facebook Vision Source Signature Eye Care Copyright © 2021 VisualEyes. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy / Website by Avelient.