Presbyopia Archives

Alcon TOTAL30 Multifocal for Astigmatism Has Launched & It’s a World First

Written By Amina Katana

Alcon is one of the biggest global manufacturers of contact lenses. They’re responsible for some of the most popular and successful lenses on the market. Now, the Alcon TOTAL30 Multifocal for Astigmatism lenses are breaking some boundaries.

They are the first and only multifocal toric contact lenses designed with proprietary water gradient technology. The lenses have recently been launched on the U.S. market. It’s an exciting development in the world of eye health.

Let’s dive more into what these lenses are and why this development is so groundbreaking.

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Presbyopia Treatment: FDA Approves New Depth of Focus Contact Lenses

Written By Amina Katana

Presbyopia contact lens wearers, I’ve got some good news for you. The FDA has approved new Deseyne contact lenses. They feature an extended depth of focus.

But what are these new contacts, and how will they help you? Here’s everything you need to know about the latest developments.

Choosing the Right Reading Glasses Strength

Written By Rachel Shapiro

One day, you may go to read a book and find that the text is a bit blurry. Don’t worry, though. This is completely natural!

Just think about how much our eyes do for us. We spend our whole lives processing information through our eyes. We squint and stare and read everything from novels to text messages to restaurant menus.

All that wear and tear takes its toll. As you age, your eyes naturally start to lose some of their elasticity.

This is where readers come in. Reading glasses come in a variety of strengths. The reading glasses strength you’ll need typically depends on your age and your unique eyes. Let’s dive in to help you find the right pair!

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Bye Presbyopia Glasses, Hello Eye Drops? New Clinical Evidence

Written By Roda Novenario

Eye drops instead of reading glasses? It might not be science fiction anymore!

A recent Guardian article discussed newly developed presbyopia eye drops that, when used twice a day, can allow you to see more clearly when viewing things up close. Goodbye, reading glasses!

I dug deeper, and I learned that using eye drops to “fix” presbyopia isn’t a new idea. Some drops have been in use or under development since 2021. Let’s find out more about this and explore our options more closely!

Contact Lenses for Presbyopia

Written By Roda Novenario

Presbyopia often sneaks up on you. One day, your vision’s perfect. And then, all of a sudden, you have to hold your phone up to your nose to read your messages.

But wait up! There’s no need to sound the alarm. You don’t have to wear eyeglasses if you don’t want to. You’ve also got contact lens options! Let’s see what’s in store for you if you take this route.