What’s New with Presbyopia and Contact Lenses? - Scorecard - MDSpire

What’s New with Presbyopia and Contact Lenses?

  • By

  • JASON R. MILLER, OD, MBA, FAAO

  • July 1, 2025

  • 2 min

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Clinical Scorecard: What’s New with Presbyopia and Contact Lenses?

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionPresbyopia
Key MechanismsAge-related loss of near vision requiring corrective lenses.
Target PopulationPresbyopic and emerging presbyopic patients.
Care SettingPrivate eyecare practices.

Key Highlights

  • Introduction of daily disposable toric contact lenses for presbyopes.
  • Shift from reusable multifocal lenses to daily disposables.
  • Importance of discussing new options with patients.
  • Opportunity for practitioners to enhance patient engagement.
  • Innovation in contact lens technology continues to evolve.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Assess visual acuity and near vision needs in presbyopic patients.

Management

  • Consider daily disposable toric lenses for presbyopic patients with astigmatism.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Regular follow-ups to evaluate lens fit and patient satisfaction.

Risks

  • 100% success is not guaranteed; patient adaptation may vary.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Patients with presbyopia and astigmatism.

Daily disposable lenses provide a new option for improved vision.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Integrate new technology into practice regularly.
  • Engage patients in discussions about new lens options.
  • Monitor patient responses to new contact lens types.

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What’s New with Presbyopia and Contact Lenses?

  • by JASON R. MILLER, OD, MBA, FAAO

  • July 1, 2025

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