Monovision Balancing Near and Far Vision
Monovision is a treatment method used to correct presbyopia that occurs during the aging process. In this method, contact lenses or surgical interventions are applied that provide near vision in one eye and distance vision in the other eye. Thus, each eye can see clearly at different distances. This method starts with identifying the dominant eye.
The dominant eye is the preferred eye that tends to see better. The dominant eye focuses on distance, while the other eye focuses on near vision. The two eyes work together to provide different levels of clarity. The brain processes these different sharpnesses to clarify objects.
How Monovision Works
In monovision treatment, each person has one dominant eye. In this treatment, the dominant eye focuses on distance vision and the other eye focuses on near vision. In this way, clear vision is achieved without the use of glasses. It is especially preferred by adults who do not want to wear glasses and both near and distance vision clarity is improved.
Who is Suitable for Monovision?
People with nearsightedness due to presbyopia may be candidates for monovision. However, this treatment is not suitable for everyone. It is generally suitable for people over the age of 40, those with myopia between -1.00 and -3.00, those who will undergo cataract surgery and those who do not want multifocal lenses. This treatment improves the clarity of both near and distance vision and improves quality of life.
Types of Monovision
Monovision can be applied in different ways according to the characteristics and needs of the patients. The dominant eye focuses on near vision and the other eye focuses on distance vision. Before this application, the patient is examined in detail and appropriate treatment is determined.
Surgical Monovision Options
Surgical monovision is a treatment that requires an adjustment period. The brain gets used to this change over time. It is important to get detailed information before starting the treatment and to proceed according to the patient's preferences. This will help the patient to have a clearer vision.
