Prescription lenses are the simplest, most common methods of treating refractive errors. The exact prescription of the lens will depend on the severity of your farsightedness, and any discrepancies in vision between your two eyes. The most common prescription lenses are:
- Eyeglasses: The lenses in eyeglasses will adjust how light enters your eye. By correcting a flat cornea, or a shorter-than-normal eyeball, eyeglasses can help reduce the blurring of nearby objects.
- Contact lenses: Contacts are placed directly on the eye. These lenses correct how light bends and enter the eye, improving blurred vision. Contact lenses are available in several different materials and designs. Not every contact lens is right for every eye, however. During your appointment, talk to your eye care provider about the different types of contact lenses, contact lens care, and what type of lens is best for you.