Usually, people between the ages of 35 and 65 who are short-sighted and have presbyopia are suitable for monovision.
In this treatment, we subject each eye to different optical power corrections. We prepare one eye for long-sightedness and the other for short-sightedness. So, in other words, one short-sighted and one far-sighted eye is artificially produced.
We correct the dominant eye for far distances and the other for things that are near. Some patients cope well with this method, and others feel uncomfortable. Our job is to figure out your preferences before the surgery using simulated spectacles or contact lenses. Depending on your professional and personal requirements, you can decide whether monovision is an option for you.
We can perform monovision in different ways. We can use contact lenses, laser eye treatment or intraocular lens implantation. Generally, people between the ages of 35 and 65 are suitable for monovision – mainly those who are nearsighted and in whom presbyopia has already set in.
In the best-case scenario, monovision will allow considerable independence from spectacles or reading glasses. An average result would be reduced independence from reading glasses.
Monovision steps:
The preparation
We will provide you with contact lenses, which we will individually adapt to your needs. This will simulate the possible outcome of the treatment over one to two weeks. During this period, you will be able to judge whether monovision is an option for you.
The treatment
In monovision, you undergo LASIK surgery or implantation of Phakic Lenses (ICLs). We correct your dominant eye for distance in both methods and your non-dominant eye for near vision.