No refractive procedure, including PresbyMAX, can guarantee absolutely perfect vision in all situations.
Realistic expectations
High satisfaction, not perfection.
- Many people achieve substantial reduction in spectacle dependence
- Small residual prescriptions or need for occasional glasses are common
- Night‑time halos, mild contrast loss, or subtle blur may persist
- Age‑related changes and cataracts can alter vision later, regardless of laser
- Understanding trade‑offs is crucial for long‑term satisfaction
Who may be less suited
Perfectionism can lead to disappointment.
- People intolerant of minor visual imperfections or artefacts
- Those expecting to never need spectacles again for any task
- Patients with other eye disease limiting best achievable vision
- Highly risk‑averse individuals uncomfortable with any uncertainty
- In such cases, continuing with glasses or contacts is often wiser
