Presbyopia Treatment in Jefferson City

Presbyopia Treatment in Jefferson City

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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 Eyes On Missouri - Jefferson City, this common vision condition can be effectively managed, so you won’t have to compromise on your quality of life.

normal eye compaed to an ey with presbyopia


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Presbyopia Management in Jefferson City

Our optometry practice in Jefferson City

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Hours
  • Monday 7:15 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 7:15 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 7:15 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Nov. 24 Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Spectera
  • Anthem
  • Medicaid
  • MetLife

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.

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Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 19, 2023
Always a great experience!
- Nov. 08, 2023
Dr. Zahn was fantastic! Very thorough and easy to talk to about any issues I was having with my eyes... . The staff was inviting as well! I will definitely continue to go to Eyes on Missouri and recommend to any of my friends/ family!
- Nov. 03, 2023
Always a great experience with Dr. Shan! He is professional, courteous, and wicked smart. Always fun... to get my eyes checked bc the conversation always makes me smarter!! Would def recommend for your eyesight needs.
- Oct. 31, 2023
So thankful and Happy. I was having an eye issue and they were very quick to get me in before the we... ekend so I didn’t have to spend the weekend miserable. The issue was fixed in less then 24hrs like I was told and they have always taken great care of my eyes. Friendly staff and friendly doctors, definitely there for the patients.
- Oct. 25, 2023
Professional staff. Dr. Zahn too his time in explaining everything to me and answering my questions.... He was not rushed in his time and I appreciate that.
- Oct. 08, 2023
Love the team at that location!
- Sep. 19, 2023
Great service, very friendly, listened well and explained assessment thoroughly
- Sep. 16, 2023
Excellent service and very nice staff. It’s professional but laid back. Everyone working was polit... e and helpful. I loved it. Easy to find and lots of good parking which comes in handy on busy week days!
- Aug. 30, 2023
Like the staff, the service they provided and the selection of glasses they have. Meagan helped me ... get me glasses this time and Dr. Zahn is a very good eye doctor!
- Jul. 28, 2023
Wonderful experience!
- Jul. 28, 2023
They are not only professional but friendly as well. I went in nervous but left calm and informed of... everything they had done. They are great with kids to as my boys love going there.Definitely will be referring them to everyone i know.
- Jul. 26, 2023
Supreme quality eye care! Pro level friendly services from the moment you walk through the door! J... ulie started me with what I call "optic vitals" like reading eye charts, medical updates and the dreaded "puff" machine. Dr. Hedgepath is very thorough with your history, present situation and realistic future prognosis. Nikki helped me with selecting the very best from a great selection of glasses with a quick seven to ten day delivery. All the staff is friendly and supportive of our unique individual needs.
- Jul. 24, 2023
Dr. Zahn is a wonderful optometrist. I'm about to move and I'll miss two things in JC: my optometris... t, and my dentist. Dr. Zahn is patient and answered any question that came to mind. I also very much appreciate that he is still wearing a mask. It's so rare nowadays, even for something as close in proximity as an eye exam. Their new location on Missouri Blvd makes parking easier than at their old location. Highly recommend this practice.
- Jul. 17, 2023
Easy to find, good parking, thorough exam, and excellent staff.
- Jul. 16, 2023
Beautiful new office in a great easy location with plenty of parking! Dr. Zahn was very polite and w... ell spoken, very wise and knowledgeable as well as had great listening skills and a sense of humor! Definitely will be keeping my business here!
- Jul. 15, 2023
Amazing!
- Jul. 04, 2023
The doctor and staff is extremely friendly and listen when you talk.
- Jul. 02, 2023
Great friendly and helpful staff. Doctors are very thorough and have great patient manners.
- Jun. 23, 2023
Dr. Hedgepath is the best, she genuinely cares about your health. Everyone who works there is so kin... d, and their customer service is amazing. Love going here!
- Jun. 14, 2023
Very efficient, helpful and explanatory. Will recommend.

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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

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