When we turn 40, our eyes begin losing their ability to easily focus on near objects. This can be the result of two different conditions:
- Farsightedness (hyperopia): When the surface of the eye (corneal) is too flat, changing the way our eyes focus light. Young eyes are often strong enough to compensate, which is why it may only be a problem after 40.
- Presbyopia: When the lens in the eye loses flexibility because of age. This also causes problems in the way our eyes focus light. Everybody over age 45 will eventually suffer from this condition.
NearVision CK can help improve your vision, allowing you to see clearly like you could 10 years ago. It's an exciting new advancement in vision correction, because it uses radio waves instead of a laser to treat your vision problem.
- No cutting - helps minimize side effects and speed recovery
- Convenient and safe - your doctor performs the procedure in his or her office
- Fast and easy - takes only 3 to 5 minutes and is virtually painless
How does NearVision CK work?
NearVision CK can change how the eye focuses light by reshaping the surface of your eye (cornea). When the shape is changed, light can be refocused on the correct part of your eye (retina). To produce this reshaping, NearVision CK uses the controlled release of radio waves to heat and shrink corneal tissue. This steepens the cornea and allows light to properly focus on the retina again.
What to expect during a Nearvision CK procedure?
Once your doctor has determined that you are a candidate for NearVision CK, your eye will be photographed to determine its current and individual shape. This will be used to plan the procedure and measuer results.
Before the procedure, the only requirements are to not wear makeup and arrange for transportation to and from your doctor's office. The procedure itself is fast and simple, and will take just a few minutes to perform.
After the procedure, and as with other vision correction procedures, you may experience some eye discomfort and light sensitivity for a few days. Your doctor will recommend that you apply eye drops for a few days after the procedure. Ask your doctor or ophthalmic technician for more information.
Are you a candidate for NearVision CK?
- Are you over 45 years of age?
- Have you had great distance vision without glasses for most of your life?
- Are you tired of your reading glasses?
If you answered yes to these 3 questions, you may be a candidate for NearVision CK.
You may not be a good candidate for NearVision CK if:
- You have had significant changes in your vision over the past year
- You have chronic eye disorders
- You are pregnant or nursing
- You have a chronic illness or disease
Take the next step toward freedom from reading glasses!
