Are you over 40? Struggle to read fine print?
Presbyopia Treatment in Palo Alto
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 Prospectacles Optometry, 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 Prospectacles Optometry
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 Doctors
Joy Jin O.D.
Language: English
Dr. Joy Jin grew up in Toronto, Canada. She earned her B.S. in Physiology from UCLA and received her Doctor of Optometry from UC Berkeley School of Optometry. Dr. Jin has completed training at Palo Alto Veterans Affairs Hospital, Byers Eye…
Tuyetha Mai Monique O.D.
Monique Mai, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from UC Berkeley in 2003. She previously earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Santa Clara University in 1997. With over 20 years of experience in practice, Dr. Mai brings both…
Patient Reviews
4.6
36 Reviews
Anne Lin
I recently visited Prospectacles for my annual eye exam and to pick new eyewear, and I must say it w... Show Moreas a truly outstanding experience. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted warmly by Angela, setting the tone for what turned out to be a highly professional and enjoyable visit.
Angela took the time to listen to my preferences and style choices, guiding me through the extensive selection of frames available. Her depth of knowledge about each frame's design, materials, and suitability for my prescription. She provided valuable insights and recommendations, ensuring that I not only found a pair of glasses that looked great but also met my visual needs perfectly. Moreover, after I made the purchase and changed my mind, Angela went above and beyond to ensure that I can swap the frame before is too late. Her friendly demeanor and expertise made the entire eyewear selection process a delight.
Dr. Monique was not only incredibly knowledgeable but also took the time to listen attentively to my concerns and thoroughly go thru each step of the examination process. I felt completely at ease knowing that I was in the genuine hands who cared about my eye health.
Moreover, the clinic itself is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, which not only made the retinal examination process efficient but also gave me confidence in the accuracy of the results.
From the comprehensive eye exam to helping me select the perfect pair of glasses, every step of the process was handled with the professionalism and attention to detail.
I left Prospectacles feeling not only satisfied with the care I received but also confident in the health of my eyes. I cannot recommend this clinic enough to anyone in need of exceptional eye care services. Thank you, Angela and Dr. Monique, for a truly wonderful experience!
Max S.- Oct 28, 2026
I have been a patient of Prospectacles for more than 20 years, and I always feel that I am getting t... Show Morehe highest quality exam from Dr. Mai as well as fashionale frames and lenses expertly provided by the Prospectacles staff.
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