• Symptoms of Farsightedness
• Treatment Options

Information about Farsightedness

Individuals with farsightedness or hyperopia are unable to see near and distant objects clearly. This is the result of light focusing behind the retina, rather than directly on it. Individuals suffering from farsightedness typically have an eye that is too short or a cornea that is too flat.

Symptoms of Farsightedness

• Difficulty seeing objects up close and at a distance
• Eye fatigue when reading
• Eye strain resulting in headaches, burning, or a pulling sensation

Treatment Options

Dr. Pit Gills, an expert laser eye surgeon, offers laser vision correction procedures at his Florida practice including LASIK and clear lens extraction and replacement for the treatment of farsightedness. Florida residents interested in reducing their dependency on glasses and contacts should contact Dr. Gills at St. Luke’s today.

• LASIK
• CLEAR™
• Conductive Keratoplasty

LASIK

LASIK, which stands for laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, is a procedure that permanently reshapes the cornea for clearer vision. Performed by Dr. Pit Gills at St. Luke’s Cataract and Laser Institute in Florida, LASIK is ideal for patients who want to experience clear vision without the hassle of glasses or contacts. LASIK corrects nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.

Before LASIK, Dr. Gills will administer anesthetic drops to numb the eye. A lid speculum will be used to hold the eye open and prevent the patient from blinking during the procedure. Dr. Gills will create a flap in the corneal tissue using a special instrument called a microkeratome. Patients may feel slight pressure as this flap is created.

Dr. Gills will then fold back the flap to reveal the underlying corneal tissue. As the patient stares directly at a target light, the laser will gently reshape the cornea. By altering the shape of the cornea, causing it to become steeper, farsightedness will be corrected. This part of the procedure typically lasts less than a minute. Once the cornea is reshaped, the flap will be returned to its original position where it bonds securely in place without the need for stitches.

Ideal candidates for LASIK are individuals over 21, who have had a stable prescription for at least a year. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Gills to find out if you can benefit from LASIK. Take the first step towards clearer vision and contact Dr. Gills today.

CLEAR™ - Clear Lens Extraction and Replacement

CLEAR™, which stands for clear lens extraction and replacement can correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism and is offered in Florida at St. Luke’s Cataract and Laser Institute. During this procedure, the eye’s natural lens is removed and replaced with an intraocular lens specifically chosen for each patient. This new lens corrects the eye’s existing refractive error, for clearer vision without glasses. Most patients notice an improvement in their vision immediately following surgery and are typically able to return to their normal activities the very next day.

Ideal candidates for CLEAR™ are individuals over 40 who do not qualify for other refractive procedures such as LASIK, but are ready to reduce their dependency on traditional glasses and contacts. Contact Pit Gills, MD, today to schedule an evaluation and find out if you can benefit from clear lens extraction and replacement offered in Florida at St. Luke’s Cataract and Laser Institute.

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Conductive Keratoplasty

Conductive keratoplasty (CK) is a procedure that can temporarily improve farsightedness. CK involves using heat produced by radio frequency, rather than a laser, to alter the shape of the cornea and improve vision.

When performing the procedure, Dr. Gills uses a special pen-shaped tool that releases radio frequency. This reduces the collagen around the edges of the cornea, causing the cornea to steepen. The procedure only takes about 15 minutes per eye.

Most patients will notice significant improvement in their vision about a week after undergoing CK. As the eyes continue to age, the results may fade. Therefore, patients may require additional treatment five or ten years after their initial treatment.

Ideal candidates for CK are at least 40 years of age and have had a stable prescription for at least a year. To find out more about CK, contact Dr. Pit Gills today.

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