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Presbyopia
What is presbyopia?
When we are young, the lens inside of our eye is extremely flexible, and allows us to easily focus on close objects. Over time, the lens gradually loses its flexibility, which makes it difficult to focus on close objects. This condition is called Presbyopia, and it is a normal part of the aging process that happens to everyone, even those who have never had a vision problem before. In the early stages of Presbyopia, most people have difficulty reading small print, such as on a menu, a cell phone, or a newspaper. People usually compensate for this, by holding reading materials further away, and in some cases by using additional light. As the condition progresses, most patients are unable to hold printed materials far enough away to see them clearly. Patients will often complain that their arms are not long enough anymore. At this stage, most patients will require some type of near vision correction. Because the lenses inside our eyes continue to change over time, it is important to see your eye care professional regularly, for routine eye examinations.
Presbyopia is a condition of vision in which the normally flexible lens of the eye gradually loses elasticity, affecting the accomodative ability of the eye. It is usually first noticed when you have difficulty reading close up.
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Dear Patients,
Please be advised of some of the changes we have implemented to keep you safe while you visit us during this COVID-19 pandemic.
Safety is priority here at Orangeville Optometric Centre. Here are some of the measures we have included:
• All patients will be fully screened for symptoms / travel history, contact history etc.
• A telephone interview will be conducted the day before your visit to minimize the amount of time spent in the office.
• Separate exits and entrances to ensure no cross contamination.
• Staff will be wearing full Personal Protective Equipment.
• Patients will be required to wear a face mask at all times.
• Increased deep cleaning and sanitizing all surfaces after every patient interaction.
• Physical distancing observed.
• Reduced patient volumes to enhance patient safety.
• Patients are requested to wait in their car and enter only when instructed by our support staff.
• Requesting patients enter the building alone and have their driver or companion wait in their car. Exceptions will be made for those who need assistance.
• All doctors and staff health status will be monitored on a daily basis.
This COVID-19 situation presents an enormous challenge to us all. Working together is the best way to weather this crisis.
Please be advised that the above measures may change as the regional and provincial authorities require us.
Sincerely,
Jack DiBerardino BSc OD