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Presbyopia: Glasses On Glasses Off

They say 40 is the new 30 but turning forty means the beginning of changes – eyes are no exception…

Presbyopia – age related farsightedness – Lens dysfunction – the arms are getting too short syndrome – the glasses on glasses off game – can’t read the menu – whatever the description, presbyopia is the gradual loss of the ability to focus for near tasks.

Starting for most from the age of 40 presbyopia results in the need to rely on reading glasses for near tasks such as reading, knitting, sewing, using the computer, mobile phone, shopping and even simple tasks such as reading a menu. For those who have never required or relied on spectacles, the sudden need to wear “reading glasses” may be onerous or inconvenient or worse yet some may become symptomatic suffering from eye strain that can cause migraines or headaches.

Removing the need for reading glasses via Laser Vision Correction (LASIK, PRK) or Clear lens extraction is a definite possibility for those who want to alleviate the need for glasses to perform near tasks.

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Parramatta Cataract Specialists

Cataract is the clouding over of the crystalline lens and Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed procedures in Australia. With people living longer and remain active for longer, an increasing number are opting to have treatment sooner rather than later.

No longer do people wait for cataracts to “ripen” and vision to deteriorate and impede from performing tasks before having surgery. The combination of technology has improved safety and precision allowing patients are not only able to see clearer, but also relatively independent for visual hardware for most activities.

At Hunter Street Eye Specialists in Parramatta, Dr Ridia Lim and Dr Peter Sumich utilise the most advanced surgical techniques, state of the art equipment and use the latest Intraocular Lens Implants (IOL’s) to correct long-sightedness, short-sightedness and astigmatism.

Seeing clearer without the need for visual hardware whilst removing Cataracts is now a possibility.

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Cataract Surgery: Choosing a Surgeon

A Cataract is a clouding over of the crystalline lens that can cause blurry vision and glare sensitivity from lights particularly at night. If a cataract is affecting you performing normal activities, then you may need to consider having Cataract Surgery.

Cataract surgery involves removal of the crystalline lens and replacing it with a silicone/acrylic intraocular lens (IOL). These IOL’s serve not only to provide clearer vision but can also provide a reduction in spectacle dependence.

Choose a Qualified, Experienced Ophthalmologist who utilises the latest technique and technology – it is best to speak to your local optometrist or GP for a referral or ask family & friends if they have had any experiences or know anyone they would recommend. See https://www.huntereye.com.au/about-our_doctors.php for information about our Ophthalmologists.

Choosing a trusted and experienced surgeon is the beginning to achieving a successful outcome.

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Customised Laser Vision Correction

PRK and iLasik are completely blade free procedures and can be customised to treat your eyes, whether you are longsighted, shortsighted, astigmatic or a combination.

Every eye is as unique as a fingerprint and should be treated as such.

At Hunter Street Eye Specialists we have adopted a personalised approach to laser vision correction – from the very first eye assessment, through to the procedure and post treatment. Wavescan eye mapping allows us to create a map that is specific to your eyes prior to treatment allowing individualized vision correction via PRK or LASIK.

With an Experienced Surgeon, Realistic Expectations and Innovative technology you can achieve clear vision and freedom from visual hardware.

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Refractive Cataract Surgery

 

Through Cataract Surgery, Patients now have the opportunity not only to remove cataracts but also to correct their vision.

Cataract removal and insertion of an intraocular lens allows for the correction of longsightedness, shortsightedness, and even astigmatism and ultimately reduce the need for visual hardware to see clearer for most activities.

 

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Laser Vision Correction Parramatta

LASIK for those who are suitable, is still the preferred and most reliable form of corneal refractive treatment and together with femtosecond laser and wavefront guided laser treatment, it is still the treatment of choice.

Compared with the need to purchase visual hardware over a lifetime, the one off upfront cost of Laser eye surgery is still more cost effective.

 

 

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Specialists in Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed procedures in Australia. With people living longer, more active lifestyles, an increasing number are opting to have treatment sooner rather than later.

No longer do people wait for cataracts to “ripen”. With increased safety and precision patients are not only able to see clearer, but are also relatively spectacle independent for most activities.

At Hunter Street Eye Specialists in Parramatta, Dr Ridia Lim and Dr Peter Sumich utilise the most advanced surgical techniques, state of the art equipment and use the latest Intraocular Lens Implants (IOL’s) to correct long-sightedness, short-sightedness and astigmatism.

Seeing clearer without the need for visual hardware whilst removing Cataracts is the now the norm.

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Laser Vision Correction Specialists Parramatta

Dr Peter Sumich is a Cataract and Refractive Surgeon from Parramatta, Sydney with a special interest in Laser Vision Correction and Cataract surgery.

He has performed over 7000 cataract and refractive surgery procedures and has over 25 years of surgical experience.

Practising at Hunter Street Eye Specialists in Parramatta, suitability is assessed in house, using the latest technology. We can advise each patient at the time of consultation as to which procedure, if any, would best suit their particular eye. With procedures tailored to each individual – whether its iLASIK, PRK, CLE/RLE, removing the need for visual hardware to see clearly, is attainable.

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Parramatta Eye Specialists

With over 25 years experience Dr Ridia Lim and Dr Peter Sumich consult at their practice Hunter Street Eye Specialists, based at a convenient location within the heart of Parramatta.

Specialising in Cataract, Glaucoma and Refractive Laser Vision Correction Dr Sumich and Dr Lim utilise advanced surgical techniques and uses the latest technology in order achieve the best possible results.