Presbyopia Treatment in Pittsburgh

Presbyopia Treatment in Pittsburgh

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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 VisionMakers - Pittsburgh, this common vision condition can be effectively managed, so you won’t have to compromise on your quality of life.

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Presbyopia Management in Pittsburgh

Our optometry practice in Pittsburgh

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday Closed
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

Presbyopia Treatment Options

  • Eyeglasses

    • Prescription reading glasses
    • Bifocals: for distance and near vision correction
    • Progressive multifocals: see objects at a near, intermediate or far distance
  • 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
  • Laser surgery

    Changes the shape of the cornea to correct vision. Some examples include:

    • LASIK
    • LASEK
    • Photorefractive keratectomy
  • 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 VisionMakers - Pittsburgh

Patient Reviews
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- Jun. 02, 2023
Very professional, great service!
- Sep. 06, 2022
Was there today, the one by Settlers Cabin Park, Jess did a fantastic job taking care of my problem ... with my glasses, Thankyou so very much , Five Stars!!!!!!!!!!!
- Sep. 06, 2022
I will start by saying this is kind of a double sided review. Suzanne was not kind and had a very sn... ooty attitude. She sounds like she has no personality but the other office members were so kind to me about picking out glasses options. Jessica was always my go to, but Jake seems to be a great addition to the office. Not everyone can be perfect, but she really needs to watch her language in front of customers. Suzanne swore a lot and there were children there.
- Sep. 01, 2022
I came in towards the end of the day and Jake was kind enough to take his time and explain what cont... acts I could order. He was very knowledgeable and helped me understand my lens options as well. Keep up the good work!
- Aug. 31, 2022
Always have a great experience at VisionMakers!
- Aug. 23, 2022
The office staff was great. The doctor was thorough and my family was well taken care of. Thank you ... Jess and Jake!
- Jun. 23, 2022
I have been going to VisionMakers for several years now and they are wonderful to deal with! From th... e ease of getting an appointment to the selection of frames, everything is top notch. Dr. Jancaro and his staff are thorough, knowledgeable, and very personable. Definitely recommend them for all your eye care needs.
- Jun. 14, 2022
First time at the Pittsburgh location. Have been a longtime patient at the Kettering location and it... was awesome! Everyone it PIT took great care of me and made me feel like I still had a sense of home here.
- Apr. 13, 2022
Visonmakers makers has been my go to since I moved to Pittsburgh almost 10 years ago. Dr. Jancaro is... knowledgeable, patient, and incredibly approachable. Jess, Sarah, and Susanne are so friendly and great for help with picking the right frames. Ordering and checkout for frames and contacts is a breeze. Go see for yourself!
- Nov. 04, 2021
My husband and I have been going here for many years, and I have recommended many! Always treated we... ll and always satisfied with their service! The doctors have been great there and the current one is friendly, explains any issues in eye exam very well, and I have nothing but good to say about Visionmakers! Jessica has been there a long time and is so personable (as well as all the other front office staff) and is always there to accommodate! They have an excellent warranty/exchange policy which we have had to use. I give them an A++++ Excellent rating!
- Aug. 19, 2021
I am so thankful that I took my son to Visionmakers to get fitted for contacts. Visionmakers class ... for contacts is a must have! Jess was so patient with him. He has anxiety and I wasn't sure if he would be able to do it on his own. Jess was amazing! The eye doctor and staff were very kind and professional.
- Jul. 28, 2021
Wonderful place!! Friendly staff
- Apr. 13, 2021
This place is great! The staff was helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly. Very good attitudes. Profe... ssional. Clean. They have a good selection of frames/sunglasses to choose from. Lots of options. Sarah helped me schedule my appointment. She was very pleasant and helped me decipher my insurance. I left with all questions answered! Will definitely recommend.
- Feb. 07, 2020
I first received care from Visionmakers Pittsburgh a few days after they first opened their doors he... re, in early 2000 something. The fact that I still receive care yearly and sometimes more, is a testament to their high quality of professionalism, staff attitude, patient care and product. I have no other affiliation with any professional group in this area with whom I have remained with entirely because of their high quality of care and attitude. My visual issues are not particularly common, have worn glasses since I was 3 yo and now at age 78 there are several serious visual complication. On these more serious issues they do not provide the direct service but they are affiliated with these other medical groups and have done follow up exams to help tract the procedures performed by the Opthamologists. Then as my lens need changed because of these procedure they are always there to fully assist me. You all r appreciated.
- Aug. 14, 2019
Everyone including the doctor went out of their way to make my hubby, my daughter and myself very co... mfortable. Even fixed the nose pads on my glasses. Very friendly, informative and easy to be with. We are sure to let our friends know as well.
- Aug. 13, 2019
We have been coming to Visionmakers for almost 11 years and recommend every time anyone asks. Staff ... is by far the best!!
- Apr. 05, 2018
My family and I have been using vision-makers since they came to Pgh.We are very happy with the prof... essionalism of the entire staff. They are a 1-stop shop, very good and thorough exam, Dr on staff, the selection of eyewear is impressive they have a large selection of styles, which most are covered by my insurance. there is no pressure to sell upgrades or more expensive glasses, although if you want that they have it. Their Lab is located in Dayton Ohio, and the best part is they are a UNION SHOP.. Patrick McMahon Retired - ATU-Local 85
- Jan. 30, 2018
I’ve been going here for years. Always great service!
- Dec. 26, 2015
Through eye exams , great selection of frames for any activity plus great service.
- Jan. 15, 2015
My husband wanted to change to Visionmakers and I was extremely hesitant leaving my current optometr... ist of 15 years. I was pleasantly surprised! Everyone is professional and thorough. We've been going there for 3 years now and I never thought twice about looking back. I can't say enough good things about this practice. This is probably the second review I've ever written. It's not something I do often, but they deserve praise. They are fantastic and I recommend them highly.

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Presbyopia Diagnosis Treatment FAQs

What is presbyopia treatment?

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
Can presbyopia be cured?

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.

How do I know if I have presbyopia?

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.

Are bifocals right for me?

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.


men wearing glasses for presbyopia

Is presbyopia impacting your daily life?

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