PRESBYOND LASEK and standard LASEK both start as surface laser treatments, but PRESBYOND applies a blended vision design to help with presbyopia. Standard LASEK mainly targets distance clarity.
How they differ
Both procedures loosen and move aside the surface epithelium, then use an excimer laser. PRESBYOND adjusts the pattern to extend depth of focus, while regular LASEK applies a single-focus correction.
- PRESBYOND suits presbyopic patients wanting less reliance on reading glasses
- Standard LASEK is often chosen when near tasks can be supported by glasses
- Both protect corneal strength by avoiding deeper flaps
- Pupil size, dominance, and lifestyle are carefully assessed
Everyday visual experience
PRESBYOND may change night-time vision comfort slightly but extends functional range. LASEK keeps optics straightforward, which some people prefer.
- PRESBYOND patients often manage many tasks without spectacles
- Some still prefer glasses for very fine print or long reading
- Standard LASEK generally provides crisp distance vision with fewer artefacts
- Decisions are highly individual and benefit from detailed counselling
