Presbyopia

FDA Approves Second Presbyopia Drop

A new low-dose pilocarpine agent can be administered up to twice a day for maximum duration of effect. It is hoped to result in fewer adverse effects than Vuity.
10/18/2023

Alcon Adds Multifocal Option to Total30 Line

The company says the new lens is designed to maintain hydration and comfort throughout a month of wear.
10/10/2023

Experts Attempt to Find Consensus on Presbyopic IOL Use

A panel agreed on many aspects of pre-op and intraoperative decision-making. They disagreed, however, when considering issues related to lens selection.
05/31/2023

Vuity Gets Increased Dosing Nod

New, broader latitude for use should overcome some concerns over durability of effect.
03/31/2023

Presbyopia Drugs: A Drop in the Bucket?

With one med available and others coming soon, patients have more options than ever for near vision correction. Do they offer enough to make a difference in a well-established market?
03/15/2023

Retinal Detachment May Result From Presbyopia Drop Treatment

In the three cases included below, topical pilocarpine use preceded the serious ocular event.
12/30/2022

Trifocal IOLs Best Multifocal Option for VA in Presbyopia, Study Says

However, this ranking doesn’t account for the potential financial burden of premium lenses.
09/27/2022

Presbyopia Correction Alone Not Enough to Fight Digital Eye Strain

Rather, those who received the correction a month prior reported worse symptoms during handheld device use.
09/12/2022

Seven Steps to Success in Multifocal Fitting

Taking these recommendations into account will pave the way for better outcomes for you and your presbyopic patients looking to transition to this modality of contact lens wear.
08/15/2022

Patient Personality Plays Role in Presbyopic Correction Outcomes

Women and men differed in their surgery selection process and post-op satisfaction.
07/27/2022

Upcoming Events

November 29, 2023

Addressing a Major Gap in the Treatment of Dry Eye Disease
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Melissa Barnett, OD, and John D. Sheppard, MD
Webinar: 8:00pm ET

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December 8-9, 2023

West Coast Optometric Glaucoma Symposium
Location: Omni La Costa, Carlsbad, California
Program Chairs: Murray Fingeret, OD, and Robert N. Weinreb, MD
Earn up to 12 LIVE COPE Credits (COPE Accreditation Pending)

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December 9-10, 2023

Retina Update 2023
Location: Omni La Costa, Carlsbad, California
Program Chairs: Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, FAAO; Steven Ferrucci, OD, FAAO
Earn up to 11 LIVE COPE credits (COPE approval pending)

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