Hyperopia Control

Are nearby objects a strain to see? Do you find yourself “playing trombone” when trying to read, moving the paper closer and further away in an effort to make the words clearer? If so, you may have hyperopia — better known as farsightedness. It’s a common condition that can make daily life a pain if not properly cared for. Keep reading to learn more about hyperopia and how the specialists at Visionary Eye Doctors can provide relief.

Contact our Rockville, MD, office for an eye exam and consultation today at (301) 591-1763. You can also contact us online for more information about our vision services.

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What Is Hyperopia?

Hyperopia is a condition in which you can see distant objects clearly, but close objects appear blurry. This occurs when your cornea is curved too little or your eyeball is shorter than normal, which means light rays aren’t refracted properly.

The blurred vision of hyperopia can cause several problems, including:

Eyestrain and headaches
Difficulty performing daily tasks
Crossed eyes (primarily in children)
Safety concerns, such as trouble seeing while driving

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Diagnosing Hyperopia

Farsightedness tends to run in families and generally begins at birth, but symptoms can worsen as you age. You may notice close objects appear blurry, squinting is necessary to see clearly, and you have eyestrain, especially after doing tasks like reading or computer work.

If any of these symptoms interfere with your daily life, the experts at Visionary Eye Doctors can examine you for a diagnosis. Hyperopia is diagnosed by a basic eye exam designed to test your distance and close-up vision.

To schedule an eye exam in Rockville, Damascus, or Washington, DC, to check for hyperopia, call (301) 591-1763. You can also schedule an appointment online.

Hyperopia Control & Treatment Options

Hyperopia is easily treated, with two primary treatment options to help focus light on the retina: corrective lenses and refractive surgery.

Corrective Lenses

Prescription lenses can improve your vision by counteracting the diminished curve of your cornea or the smaller size of your eye. This can be done either through eyeglasses (such as single vision, bifocals, and trifocals) or contact lenses. Your eye care specialists can walk you through the pros and cons of each to determine what will work best for you.

Refractive Surgery

Refractive surgery (using a laser beam to reshape the curves of the cornea) improves your vision without the need for corrective lenses. While it’s generally used to treat nearsightedness, refractive surgical procedures can also correct mild to moderate farsightedness. The primary types of refractive surgery for hyperopia include LASIK and photorefractive keratectomy (PRK). Visionary Eye Doctors has experts in both these areas and will evaluate you to determine the right surgery for your optimal vision.

Why Choose Visionary Eye Doctors?

Take the next step in hyperopia care with Visionary Eye Doctors. Our board-certified experts will fully evaluate you for farsightedness and explain your treatment options. And you can count on us for thorough follow-up care to protect your vision as much as possible.

Learn more about hyperopia and treatment options from Visionary Eye Doctors by calling our office at (301) 591-1763. You can also schedule an appointment online.

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