The reading glasses alternative to improving your vision as you age

PRESBYOND® uses Laser Blended Vision to help suitable patients achieve a smoother range of near, intermediate, and distance vision as their eyes change with age

The reading glasses alternative to improving your vision as you age

PRESBYOND® uses Laser Blended Vision to help suitable patients achieve a smoother range of near, intermediate, and distance vision as their eyes change with age

See how PRESBYOND® works

Watch how this laser treatment is designed to help suitable patients reduce their reliance on reading glasses

Move through daily life with less reliance on reading glasses

For suitable patients, PRESBYOND® can make everyday life feel simpler, more natural, and less interrupted by ageing eyes

Less reaching, switching, and adjusting through the day

Before treatment, many people with presbyopia find themselves reaching for reading glasses again and again. Phones, menus, labels, laptops, and dashboards can all become harder to see clearly up close. After PRESBYOND®, suitable patients may find everyday tasks feel easier, with less need to switch between glasses and natural vision. The aim is to create a more useful range of vision across near, intermediate, and distance, depending on the individual eye.

Less frustrated at the changes in your vision

Age-related vision changes can be tiring. Many people feel frustrated when simple tasks start to feel harder or when they need reading glasses for more and more of the day. After treatment, suitable patients may feel more at ease and less bothered by the constant reminders of changing vision. The emotional shift is often about convenience, confidence, and feeling more comfortable in daily life without the same sense of visual interruption.

Get through the day without constantly thinking about your glasses

Your typical day after PRESBYOND® can feel smoother from the moment you wake up. You check your phone, work on your laptop, read a café menu, drive, and enjoy dinner with friends without constantly putting glasses on and taking them off again. The goal is not perfection for every person in every setting. It is easiness, more flow, and less visual disruption in the moments that fill your day.

More relaxed, more current, more like yourself

When you feel less interrupted by your vision, it often shows in quiet ways. You may seem more present in conversations, more at ease at work, and more comfortable moving through social settings without the same reliance on reading glasses. The change is not about looking younger. It is about feeling less held back by ageing eyes and more able to stay engaged in the life you already enjoy.

Move through daily life with less reliance on reading glasses

For suitable patients, PRESBYOND® can make everyday life feel simpler, more natural, and less interrupted by ageing eyes

Less reaching, switching, and adjusting through the day

Before treatment, many people with presbyopia find themselves reaching for reading glasses again and again. Phones, menus, labels, laptops, and dashboards can all become harder to see clearly up close. After PRESBYOND®, suitable patients may find everyday tasks feel easier, with less need to switch between glasses and natural vision. The aim is to create a more useful range of vision across near, intermediate, and distance, depending on the individual eye.

Less frustrated at the changes in your vision

Age-related vision changes can be tiring. Many people feel frustrated when simple tasks start to feel harder or when they need reading glasses for more and more of the day. After treatment, suitable patients may feel more at ease and less bothered by the constant reminders of changing vision. The emotional shift is often about convenience, confidence, and feeling more comfortable in daily life without the same sense of visual interruption.

Get through the day without constantly thinking about your glasses

Your typical day after PRESBYOND® can feel smoother from the moment you wake up. You check your phone, work on your laptop, read a café menu, drive, and enjoy dinner with friends without constantly putting glasses on and taking them off again. The goal is not perfection for every person in every setting. It is easiness, more flow, and less visual disruption in the moments that fill your day.

More relaxed, more current, more like yourself

When you feel less interrupted by your vision, it often shows in quiet ways. You may seem more present in conversations, more at ease at work, and more comfortable moving through social settings without the same reliance on reading glasses. The change is not about looking younger. It is about feeling less held back by ageing eyes and more able to stay engaged in the life you already enjoy.

A clearer way forward after 40

Vision correction can be a good option for some people with age-related vision changes. We make the journey easy to understand

Step 1: GET IN TOUCH

The first step is to find out which vision correction treatment may be an option for you. You can contact the clinic by phone or book a free assessment and learn more about the process.

Step 2: WE’LL MEET

At your assessment, the team will check your eyes, talk about your lifestyle, and explain whether lens-based or laser vision correction may suit your needs. You will receive a clear explanation of your options.

Step 3: ENJOY MORE VISUAL CONVENIENCE

If treatment is recommended, treatment may help reduce your dependence on reading glasses or other visual aids, depending on your eyes and treatment plan. The goal is to help you feel more comfortable in everyday tasks like reading, using screens, and seeing across different distances.

Over 40 and tired of relying on reading glasses?

Book your free assessment to explore vision correction options that may help you see clearly at more distances

With PRESBYOND®, suitable patients may experience less reliance on reading glasses

Quickly explore how PRESBYOND® works, who it may suit, and what to expect before, during, and after treatment

What is PRESBYOND®?

PRESBYOND® is a modern laser vision correction procedure designed for people over 40 who are experiencing presbyopia. Unlike traditional methods, PRESBYOND® gently reshapes the cornea to extend your natural range of focus – blending near, intermediate, and distance vision into one seamless experience.

By combining the precision of femtosecond LASIK with an advanced depth-of-field technique, PRESBYOND® offers a highly personalised treatment tailored to your unique eye characteristics. The result? A clearer, more natural visual experience without the dependency on reading glasses or bifocals.

If you’re over 40, rely on reading glasses, and have healthy eyes otherwise, you may be a strong candidate for PRESBYOND®. It’s ideal for people who:

  • Want to reduce or eliminate the need for reading glasses
  • Have age-related presbyopia
  • May or may not need distance vision correction
  • Are looking for a minimally invasive, fast-recovery option.

Our team will guide you through a comprehensive assessment to determine whether PRESBYOND® is suited to your lifestyle and visual needs. This is completely free and is also a great opportunity for you to ask any questions.

PRESBYOND® is a minimally invasive laser vision correction used to correct presbyopia, the age-related vision change that starts to impact most people in their 40’s. Each eye is treated to perform a slightly different role – one is optimised for distance, the other for near tasks – a technique called Laser Blended Vision. But unlike monovision, which can feel unnatural for many, PRESBYOND® uses a sophisticated algorithm to maintain binocular vision and depth perception. This creates a smooth, blended focus range, so your brain adapts quickly and comfortably.

At Envision Eye Centre, your procedure is guided by precise, high-definition measurements using the latest technology in the market, Zeiss PRESBYOND®. Your care plan and surgery is handled by our small dedicated team in our boutique clinic. You can guarantee by coming to Envision Eye Centre for this procedure your surgery will be handled by our principle surgeon, Dr John Males, a leader in laser vision correction, cataract and corneal surgery – putting you in the safest hands in Sydney.

Your new eyesight normally completely stabilises within two to three weeks after the treatment but many patients are able to read without glasses the same day using this ground-breaking technique.

  • One advantage of PRESBYOND® is that it is designed specifically for presbyopia and aims to support near, intermediate, and distance vision in suitable patients
  • It is minimally invasive and many patients can read without glasses the same day, although experiences vary
  • The disadvantages are that it is not suitable for everyone, adaptation may differ between patients, and some people may still need glasses for certain tasks
  • Other procedures, including lens-based treatments, may be a better fit depending on age, lens changes, eye health, and visual goals.

  • Like any laser eye procedure, PRESBYOND® carries risks. These can include dry eye symptoms, glare, halos, under-correction, over-correction, fluctuating vision, and the possibility that glasses may still be needed for some tasks
  • Because PRESBYOND® works by blending vision between the two eyes, some patients may also need time to adapt to the new visual system
  • Not every patient will experience these issues, but they should be discussed clearly before treatment
  • A full consultation should include a balanced explanation of likely benefits, limitations, and risks based on the individual eye.

  • The process usually begins with a comprehensive assessment to check whether PRESBYOND® is suitable for your eyes and lifestyle. If it is recommended, your surgeon will explain how the treatment works, what preparation is needed, and what to expect after surgery
  • On the day, numbing drops are used and the laser treatment is performed according to the personalised plan created from detailed measurements
  • The procedure is guided by high-definition measurements using ZEISS PRESBYOND® technology. After treatment, follow-up care is used to monitor healing and adaptation.

  • The aim of PRESBYOND® is to help suitable patients reduce reliance on reading glasses by creating a broader functional range of vision
  • Many patients can read without glasses on the same day and vision normally stabilises within two to three weeks, although results and healing can vary from person to person
  • Some patients may still need glasses in certain situations
  • No procedure can guarantee a perfect result for everyone, so the best way to understand likely outcomes is through a personalised assessment and discussion.

Are reading glasses starting to run your life?

If so, you can take a free self-test to explore options that may reduce your reliance on them

Always reaching for your glasses?

Every small task needs them. Phone, emails, menus. You put them on. Take them off. Then wonder where you left them. It becomes a daily interruption you didn’t plan for. Taking our quick self-test can help you find out if there’s a more convenient way to manage your vision.

Feeling older than you are?

Needing reading glasses can feel like a sudden shift. You notice it at work, socially, even at home. It can knock your confidence and remind you that your eyes are changing. Our self-test can help you explore options that may better suit your lifestyle and stage of life.

Struggling to stay in the moment?

Switching between glasses or holding things further away breaks your focus. Whether you’re working, travelling, or relaxing, your vision keeps interrupting the experience. By taking the self-test, you can discover if there are ways to make your vision feel more seamless throughout your day.

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Academic resources on Presbyond

Discover the science behind blended vision treatment for age-related vision changes through authoritative research sources. These links will take you off our website
In 2009, the FDA, NEI, and DoD launched the LASIK Quality of Life Collaboration Project (LQOLCP) to study potential risks from LASIK surgery. The project developed tools to track patient-reported outcomes (PROs) before and after surgery, including visual symptoms and their impact on daily activities. Results showed high satisfaction rates but noted minor visual symptoms post-surgery. Click here to read more.
This study describes a large, long-term cohort project examining health, disease, and lifestyle factors in a general population. By combining medical records with patient-reported data, it aims to better understand how health conditions develop over time and how behavioural, social, and clinical factors interact to influence long-term health outcomes. Click here to read more.
This study evaluated PRESBYOND laser blended vision for correcting presbyopia in myopic and hyperopic patients. Results showed strong visual outcomes, with most patients achieving good distance and near vision and maintaining preoperative visual acuity. The procedure was found to be safe and predictable, with high accuracy in achieving target refractive outcomes.
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Hi, I’m Dr John Males

I’m the founder and principal surgeon at Envision Eye Centre, specialising in laser vision correction, cataract, and corneal surgery. With over 20 years’ experience, I’ve been involved in introducing advanced procedures such as SMILE® and laser-assisted cataract surgery in Australia. I’ve held leadership roles at St Vincent’s Hospital and Sydney Eye Hospital, and I continue to contribute to teaching and research through the University of Sydney. My focus is always on delivering safe, precise, and personalised care, using the latest technology to help patients achieve the best possible visual outcomes.

Dr John Males

M.B B. Sc. (Med)(Hons) MMed (Clin Epi) FRANZCO