Your Guide to Vision Changes After 40
As you move into your 40s, you may begin to notice subtle—but significant—shifts in how you see the world. Reading fine print might feel more difficult, your eyes may tire faster, or night driving might not be as easy as it once was. These are all normal signs of aging eyes. At Katzen Eye Group, our experienced team is here to help you manage these changes and keep your vision strong.
We proudly serve communities throughout the Baltimore area, including Lutherville, Towson, Bel Air, Owings Mills, Reisterstown, and Parkton, with personalized care and advanced eye treatments.
👁️ What Happens to Your Eyes After 40?
By your early 40s, the lenses in your eyes begin to lose flexibility—a natural part of aging. This impacts your ability to focus on nearby objects, a condition known as presbyopia. You might find yourself holding reading materials farther away or needing more light for close-up work.
Other common changes include:
- Dry Eyes: Tear production tends to decrease with age, leading to irritation or a gritty feeling in your eyes.
- Poor Night Vision: Driving at night can become more difficult due to glare or dimmed contrast sensitivity.
- Increased Risk of Eye Disease: Your risk for cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration increases as you get older.
These changes are common, but you don’t have to accept them without support.
🩺 Tailored Eye Care for Aging Eyes
At Katzen Eye Group, we offer a comprehensive approach to help you see your best, whether you’re adjusting to new vision needs or managing more complex conditions.
- Reading Glasses and Multifocal Lenses
We’ll help you find the right eyewear solution for your lifestyle, including stylish reading glasses or progressive lenses to manage presbyopia. - Dry Eye Treatments
Our team can treat dry eye with targeted therapies like in-office procedures, tear conservation treatments, or prescription drops to restore comfort and clarity. - Advanced Diagnostics and Monitoring
We use state-of-the-art imaging and diagnostic tools to monitor changes in your eye health and detect early signs of cataracts, glaucoma, and other conditions. - Surgical Solutions
If cataracts are affecting your daily life, we offer advanced surgical options—including lens implants that can correct vision at multiple distances. - Vision Correction
For patients looking to reduce dependence on glasses or contacts, we also provide LASIK and other refractive procedures, depending on your unique needs.
📍 Serving the Greater Baltimore Region
Katzen Eye Group has proudly cared for generations of families throughout the Baltimore metro area, offering trusted eye care in Towson, Lutherville, Bel Air, Owings Mills, Reisterstown, and Parkton. Our specialists combine decades of experience with the latest technology to support your vision at every stage of life.
If you’re over 40 and noticing vision changes, now is the perfect time to schedule an exam. Early action helps preserve your sight and opens up more options for care.
📞 Call today to book your eye exam with Katzen Eye Group!
