Presbyopia Treatment in Pittsburgh

Presbyopia Treatment in Pittsburgh

Are you over 40? Struggle to read fine print?

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What is Presbyopia?

Presbyopia is an age-related vision condition that causes near objects to appear blurry. It typically starts in a person’s 40’s, when the lens of the eye begins to stiffen and lose flexibility. This makes it difficult to focus on nearby objects.

Presbyopia can significantly impact your quality of life. Regular daily activities like reading books, instruction manuals and food labels, scrolling through your phone, threading a needle and other close-up tasks can become daunting.

The good news is, with the help of Bittel Vision Care Center - Caste Village, this common vision condition can be effectively managed, so you won’t have to compromise on your quality of life.

normal eye compaed to an ey with presbyopia


Presbyopia Treatment Options

  • Eyeglasses

    • Prescription reading glasses
    • Bifocals: for distance and near vision correction
    • Progressive multifocals: see objects at a near, intermediate or far distance
  • Contact lenses

    • Bifocal contact lenses: different sections for reading and distance prescriptions
    • Monovision contact lenses: distance prescription in one eye and reading prescription in the other eye
  • Laser surgery

    Changes the shape of the cornea to correct vision. Some examples include:

    • LASIK
    • LASEK
    • Photorefractive keratectomy
  • Lens implant

    An eye surgeon removes your natural lens and replaces it with an intraocular lens. This new lens is flexible and can restore your ability to focus on near objects.

See better and feel your best with Bittel Vision Care Center - Caste Village


Presbyopia Diagnosis Treatment FAQs

What is presbyopia treatment?

Presbyopia treatment corrects age-related farsightedness to enable you to see close-up objects, such as books and electronic screens more clearly. Treatments include:

  • Eyeglasses
  • Contact lenses
  • Laser surgery
  • Lens implants
Can presbyopia be cured?

Currently, there is no cure. The good news is that our optometrists can recommend a variety of treatment options to help you see your best, from near to far.

How do I know if I have presbyopia?

If you’re over 40 and struggle with any of the following, you may have presbyopia.

  • Holding a book or a screen at arm’s length to see it more clearly
  • Needing larger print or font size to read
  • Blurry vision while reading
  • Difficulty reading in dim light
  • Eye strain and headaches when focusing on near objects

If you have one or more of these signs, schedule an eye exam and ask us about glasses, contact lenses, or other presbyopia treatment options.

Are bifocals right for me?

If it’s hard for you to read and to see things at a distance, bifocals may be your perfect solution. With bifocals, you can get two prescriptions in one. One corrects farsightedness and the other corrects nearsightedness. We offer several different types of bifocal lenses to suit your personal preference.


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- Jul. 02, 2025
All doctors at the facility are very knowledgeable , patient friendly, take time to explain all your... case and also provide answers to all questions and concerns.
- Jun. 04, 2025
Had a great experience at Bittel Vision Care Center. From the minute you get there, you are made t... o feel welcome. My appointment with Dr. Matthew Bittel was very thorough. When picking out my glasses I got a lot of help from all of the girls there. I'm very pleased with my new glasses! They're beautiful. I'm very happy with the care I got .. so much so that I'm going to make sure that my son makes his next appointment at Bittel Vision Care.
- May. 25, 2025
This was the most thorough eye appointment I’ve ever had. The Dr was amazing. All my concerns we... re addressed and more. The lady that helped me picked out glasses was the BEST! She was completely honest with telling me what looked cute and what didn’t. I really appreciated how blunt she was. I will be returning there yearly for sure!
- May. 23, 2025
I was treated efficiently and with great care.
- May. 22, 2025
Good service and helpful with picking out eyewear!
- May. 15, 2025
Wonderful staff and great service. They were incredibly patient with me asking questions and taking ... my time to find the right glasses. Will definitely come back next time I need my eyes tested or new glasses. 😊
- May. 08, 2025
Great experience from start to finish. Great staff - very thorough at every step. Great eye exam -... probably the most thorough exam I've ever had. Great Doctor - Dr. Nault was great at making sure I understood every result and took time to answer questions. Great selection - very nice selection of frame and lens options, all thoroughly explained. Great service - my glasses were ready in less than 2 weeks. Thanks Bittel Vision Care Center!
- Apr. 24, 2025
Great knowledgeable staff and doctors
- Apr. 22, 2025
Great service, friendly staff & knowledgeable doctors. Nice glasses selection. Feel very satisfied ... with my exam & purchases! I look forward to seeing my new glasses in a couple weeks! I will be a returning customer & highly recommend to others!
- Apr. 11, 2025
Very gracious and helpful. Clean offices too
- Mar. 30, 2025
Great visit!
- Mar. 07, 2025
I’ve been a patient at Bittel for the past six years. The Caste location boasts friendly staff, co... nvenient scheduling, and thorough eye exams. They also have a great selection of eyewear in their optical shop, with prices to suit different budgets.
- Feb. 13, 2025
Friendly, efficient and close by
- Jan. 27, 2025
Have been going to Bittel for many years. The best! Today I went there with an issue that Irina so... lved. Irina was so wonderful that she helped me try on glasses that she was very fond of. They looked great and I went for them. Judy is also a very skilled optical worker. Thank you to both Irina and Judy!
- Nov. 09, 2024
Knowledgeable, pleasant and caring staff make each visit enjoyable.
- Nov. 03, 2024
A remarkable experience. The staff was very friendly and accommodating and even went above and beyon... d for my needs by helping me find exactly what I needed AND being so patient and understanding. Picking glasses can be so difficult! Thank you to the entire team and especially Roxanne. You truly are one of a kind and I can not thank you enough for all of your help. First rate service here!
- Oct. 29, 2024
My kids and I needed a new provider close to home for regular eye exams. We had 3 appointments sched... uled for one evening and all went very well. We saw two different doctors and both were great with my boys and daughter. The ladies in the vision center were also very friendly and helpful, as was the front desk employee. We were able to order new glasses for one of my boys relatively quickly and be on our way. If you’re looking for a place that is kid friendly and not worried about kids being anxious and antsy, this is a good spot for you. Really love the evening availability, as well, since I work and they have school during the day. No complaints. Thank you!
- Oct. 24, 2024
Doctor was very good and fast. I had to wait a while in the room though
- Sep. 27, 2024
Very friendly and on time appointments
- Sep. 20, 2024
Wonderful service! Excellent communication

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Presbyopia Management in Pittsburgh

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Is presbyopia impacting your daily life?

Want to see clearly and enjoy a higher quality of life?

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