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What time is it on your "eye clock"?
If you suspect presbyopia,
don't worry alone—consult with a specialist first.
It is a phenomenon where the crystalline lens, acting like a camera lens, loses elasticity
and the supporting ciliary muscles weaken.
Because light focuses behind the retina, it becomes difficult to achieve
clear near vision without reading glasses.
To compensate for the stiffened accommodative power,
Apgujeong Eye Clinic offers customized prescriptions to restore your visual clarity.
Is your navigation screen and dashboard both blurry while driving?
Traditional presbyopia surgery allows for clear far and near vision,
but has limitations in "intermediate distance," often resulting in a gap in visual continuity.
PRESBYOND is designed to increase the depth of focus, providing a seamless transition
from distance vision to your smartphone in hand.
Are you hesitating about surgery due to concerns about corneal damage?
For patients with thin corneas, high myopia, or psychological concerns
about the surgical removal of eye tissue.
VIV Presbyopic ICL surgery implants a premium lens while keeping the cornea intact.
It is a highly safe method as the lens can be removed at any time
to return the eye to its pre-operative state.
Presbyopia correction at Apgujeong Eye Clinic is
more than just improving vision numbers.
We analyze your most frequent viewing distances,
hobbies, and corneal health
to design
a customized solution that restores a comfortable and natural daily life.
Discover the two core solutions proposed by Apgujeong Eye Clinic
for a liberated life without reading glasses.
Q&A
We understand your pre-surgery concerns.
Apgujeong Eye Clinic provides professional answers to the questions patients ask most.
A. Yes, it is absolutely possible.
Presbyopia correction is performed on the cornea or the space in front of the iris.
Since cataracts occur in the "crystalline lens" deep inside the eye, you can safely
undergo cataract surgery in the future regardless of your previous presbyopia procedure.
A. Your vision will not revert to the extreme discomfort experienced before surgery.
The procedure corrects your current aging state to restore vision.
While natural aging continues after surgery, the corrected vision will not suddenly disappear.
If combined with regular checkups and steady care, you can maintain clear vision for a long time.
A. It depends on your ocular structure and lifestyle.
"PRESBYOND LASIK" is advantageous if your cornea is thick enough for laser correction.
"VIVA ICL" is more suitable if you want to minimize corneal damage or prioritize reversibility (the ability to return to the pre-op state).
After over 50 types of precision tests, the director will personally suggest the most optimal method.
A. Most patients can return to light daily activities and
office work the day after surgery.
However, a "neuroadaptation" period is required for the brain and eyes to adjust to the new way of seeing.
While it varies by individual, vision typically becomes clearer and more comfortable over 1 to 3 months.
A. The period of your most active social life is the
"golden time" for the highest surgical satisfaction.
With increased digital device use, "young presbyopia" is on the rise.
If reading glasses decrease your work efficiency or cause significant stress,
it is medically recommended to correct it early to improve your quality of life.
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· Former Professor, Department of
Ophthalmology, Hanyang University
· Former Head, Department of
Ophthalmology, Hanyang University Hospital
· Clinical Fellow in Retina,
Harvard Medical School / Mass Eye and Ear, USA
· Post-doctoral Fellowship,
Schepens Eye Research Institute, USA
· Research Fellow in Retina,
Osaka City University, Japan
· Excellence Award for Training Hospital,
Korean Ophthalmological Society
· Reviewer, Experimental Eye Research
(International Medical Journal)
· Reviewer, Journal of Cataract and Refractive
Surgery (International Medical Journal)
· Appointed Medical Advisor,
NAVER Knowledge iN (Health & Medicine)
· Selected as one of the
"Top 100 Doctors in Korea"
· Former Director, Jecheon Public Health Center
(Awarded Plaque of Merit for Free
Vision Restoration Surgery
· Full Member,
Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS)
· Full Member, American
Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
· Full Member, American Society of
Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)
· Full Member, European Society of
Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS)
· Former Professor, Department of
Ophthalmology, Hanyang University Hospital
· M.S. in Medicine, Hanyang University
Graduate School of Medicine
· Ophthalmology Residency,
Hanyang University Hospita
· Cornea Specialist, Department of Ophthalmology,
Samsung Medical Center (SMC)
· Clinical Instructor, Vision Correction Center
Samsung Medical Center (SMC)
· Research Award, 98th Annual Meeting of
the Korean Ophthalmological Society
· Grand Prize in Presbyopia,
Korea Health Industry Awards (2016)
· Grand Prize in Consumer Satisfaction,
Selected by Consumers (2019)
· Grand Prize in Medical Service Brand
(Presbyopia & Cataract Surgery Category)
· SMC Partner (Affiliated Physician),
Samsung Medical Center
· Full Member, Korean
Ophthalmological Society (KOS)
· Full Member, Korean
External Eye Disease Society (KEEDS)
· Full Member, Korean Society of
Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS)
· Full Member, Korean Contact Lens
Study Society (KCLSS)
· Full Member, Association for Research
in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO)
· M.S. in Medicine, Dankook University
Graduate School of Medicine
· Ophthalmology Residency,
Dankook University Hospital
· Former Vice Director,
Gangnam Eye One Clinic
· Former Vice Director, Kwanghye Eye Clinic
· Full Member, Korean
Ophthalmological Society (KOS)
· Full Member, Korean
Contact Lens Study Society (KCLSS)
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