With the monovision method, the dominant eye in persons with age-induced far-sightedness is focused for distance vision and the other eye for close-up vision.
So that one eye can see objects in focus close up, it needs to be set to a degree of near-sightedness of about –0.5 to –1.5 dioptres. This eye is now no longer in a position to see 100% clearly in the distance without glasses or a contact lens. As soon as one eye has been focused for distance vision and one eye for close-up vision, it is possible that the eyes will no longer work together completely smoothly and that spatial vision may also be reduced.
Not everyone treated in this manner can cope with the difference between the eyes in everyday life. Follow-up correction can basically be performed later if necessary to return both eyes to the same level.
Before possible surgery, you can try out contact lenses that simulate monovision. If you perceive monovision to be tolerable, this correction can be performed and will significantly add to your quality of life.
