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treatment for hyperopia depends on several factors such as the
patient's age, activities, and occupation. EYEGLASSES SURGICAL OPERATIONS USES OF EXIMER LASER CLR (Clear Lens Replacement) LTK (Laser Thermal Keratoplasty) ICLs (Implantable Contact Lenses) EYEGLASSES: Glasses (spectacles) or contact lenses are the most common method used to correct most long-sightedness. A person may need to wear glasses, only when reading , working on a computer or while doing other close work. Some patients may have to wear it constantly. SURGICAL OPERATIONS: Refractive surgery is another option for correcting hyperopia. It may reduce or eliminate your need to wear glasses or contact lenses. USES OF EXIMER LASER: In LASIK, (laser-assisted insitu keratimileusis) a thin layer of the cornea is cut and gently lifted then laser is used to reshape the cornea. The corneal flap is carefully repositioned. This procedure allows light to focus more precisely on the retina, resulting in clearer vision. CLR (Clear Lens Replacement): In this topical drops are given to make the eye numb. The natural lens is gently removed with ultrasound and replaced with an intraocular lens of desired power. LTK (Laser Thermal Keratoplasty): It is a non-contact procedure that utilizes a beam of laser energy to shrink the fibers of the cornea, makes the outer surface of the eye more steep and images appear more sharp. ICLs (Implantable Contact Lenses): It is the implantation of plastic corneal rings, which also alter the shape of the cornea. |
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