Farsightedness (Hyperopia)by David A. Wallace MD
 Farsighted View: Better Far Than Close © 2002 Robert Meyers Studio. | Farsightedness (hyperopia) is the optical opposite of nearsightedness. In a farsighted eye, light would focus behind the retina, so when it does meet the retina a blurry image is perceived. Farsightedness affects about 10% of the adult population. Farsightedness correction by laser involves sculpting so as to steepen central corneal curvature. Glasses and contacts correct this by adding a convex lens to the optical system, whereas laser treatment works by evaporating or subtracting a concave lens-shape from the cornea. To view our Virtual LASIK Simulator, that demonstrates how different types of laser treatment can correct vision, click the link above or the graphic below: 
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