If you have far-sightedness (long-sightedness) or near-sightedness (short-sightedness), you may have heard the terms myopia and hyperopia. Both are common conditions that require glasses or contacts. You’ve probably struggled most of your life with glasses or contacts and may have even considered LASIK. With myopia or hyperopia, can you still qualify for LASIK? Find out more about the effect of myopia and hyperopia on your vision and your LASIK options!

Myopia

Myopia is used to define short-sightedness. This means, objects close up are clear, but distant objects appear blurry. This is because light from a distant object forms an image before it reaches the myopic person’s retina. A concave contact lens is required to move the image back to the retina, clarifying the object.

Hyperopia

Hyperopia is used to define long-sightedness. In contrast to myopia, this means a nearby object is blurry, while a distant object is clear. This is because the image of the nearby object is formed behind the retina. A convex contact lens is necessary to move the image forward and focuses correctly on the retina.

Your LASIK Options

If you have Myopia or Hyperopia, we have good news! The struggle with glasses and contacts is over. There is a LASIK procedure available for you! Offering, LASIK, Epi-LASEK, PRK, CustomVue and Premium laser treatments, we are determined to find which one is best for you, based on your individual needs. If you’re ready to meet and discuss your options, so are we! Request a FREE consultation HERE. We’ll discuss not only your individualized LASIK approach, but your financing options as well. We don’t want anyone to be denied clear vision due to financial obstacles, so we offer affordable payment plans and interest free financing! Looking for more information on LASIK? Take a look at the rest of our blog section!