Are you over 40? Struggle to read fine print?
Presbyopia Treatment in Girard
What is Presbyopia?
Presbyopia is an age-related vision condition that causes near objects to appear blurry. It typically starts in a person’s 40’s, when the lens of the eye begins to stiffen and lose flexibility. This makes it difficult to focus on nearby objects.
Presbyopia can significantly impact your quality of life. Regular daily activities like reading books, instruction manuals and food labels, scrolling through your phone, threading a needle and other close-up tasks can become daunting.
The good news is, with the help of Sforza EyeCare, this common vision condition can be effectively managed, so you won’t have to compromise on your quality of life.
Presbyopia Treatment Options
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Eyeglasses
- Prescription reading glasses
- Bifocals: for distance and near vision correction
- Progressive multifocals: see objects at a near, intermediate or far distance
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Contact lenses
- Bifocal contact lenses: different sections for reading and distance prescriptions
- Monovision contact lenses: distance prescription in one eye and reading prescription in the other eye
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Laser surgery
Changes the shape of the cornea to correct vision. Some examples include:
- LASIK
- LASEK
- Photorefractive keratectomy
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Lens implant
An eye surgeon removes your natural lens and replaces it with an intraocular lens. This new lens is flexible and can restore your ability to focus on near objects.
See better and feel your best with Sforza EyeCare
Presbyopia Diagnosis Treatment FAQs
Presbyopia treatment corrects age-related farsightedness to enable you to see close-up objects, such as books and electronic screens more clearly. Treatments include:
- Eyeglasses
- Contact lenses
- Laser surgery
- Lens implants
Currently, there is no cure. The good news is that our optometrists can recommend a variety of treatment options to help you see your best, from near to far.
If you’re over 40 and struggle with any of the following, you may have presbyopia.
- Holding a book or a screen at arm’s length to see it more clearly
- Needing larger print or font size to read
- Blurry vision while reading
- Difficulty reading in dim light
- Eye strain and headaches when focusing on near objects
If you have one or more of these signs, schedule an eye exam and ask us about glasses, contact lenses, or other presbyopia treatment options.
If it’s hard for you to read and to see things at a distance, bifocals may be your perfect solution. With bifocals, you can get two prescriptions in one. One corrects farsightedness and the other corrects nearsightedness. We offer several different types of bifocal lenses to suit your personal preference.
Meet our Eye Doctor
Peter E. Sforza Jr. O.D.
Language:
English
- Family Friendly
- In Person Appointments
Peter E. Sforza Jr., O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from The Ohio State University. He did his undergraduate studies at Youngstown State University where he studied Chemistry. Dr. Sforza specializes in contact lens fittings,…
Patient Reviews
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Diane F. - Aug 7, 2026
This is my first time coming to this doctor my experience was great I plan on returning to him as my... Show More eye care provider. The doctor and the whole staff was kind professional and friendly. I love that the office is quaint and cheerful.
Julia C. - Jul 27, 2026
Shannon was absolutely incredible throughout the entire process of getting my contact lenses. From t... Show Morehe very beginning, she was patient, kind, and genuinely invested in making sure I felt comfortable and confident. Learning to put in and take out contacts can be overwhelming, but she never made me feel rushed or discouraged. She took the time to answer all of my questions, offered helpful tips, and encouraged me every step of the way.
What stood out most was how far she went above and beyond to help. Her positive attitude, compassion, and willingness to spend extra time with me made all the difference. It's rare to come across someone who is not only knowledgeable but also so genuinely caring.
If you're nervous about getting contacts or looking for exceptional care, I can't recommend Shannon enough. She made what could have been a stressful experience into such a positive one. Thank you, Shannon, for your patience, kindness, and outstanding care!
Presbyopia Diagnosis Treatment in Girard
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