Life is better without reading glasses
After PRESBYOND laser eye surgery, our patients turn back the clock and feel more youthful
When you feel confident, amazing things happen
When you feel confident in who you are, it shows through your actions, personal demeanour, and interaction with others. Being spectacle free will give you the comfort and convenience to really enjoy the life you’ve built for yourself and is likely to revitalise your energy.
Life’s better without glasses
Imagine waking up in the morning and being able to read the news on your smartphone without needing to reach for your reading glasses first. You can run, read, work and travel without having to worry about your multiple pairs of glasses getting in the way. Whether you’re going out for dinner with friends, playing a game of tennis or driving to work, you won’t be let down by ageing eyes.
Free yourself from the barriers that hold you back
After PRESBYOND laser eye surgery, your near and distance vision is crisp, and you’re able to return to a life without burdensome reading glasses or varifocals. You’ll no longer need to worry about forgetting or losing your specs and can feel confident knowing that your eyes can keep up with your busy lifestyle.
When you feel confident, amazing things happen
When you feel confident in who you are, it shows through your actions, personal demeanour, and interaction with others. Being spectacle free will give you the comfort and convenience to really enjoy the life you’ve built for yourself and is likely to revitalise your energy.
Life’s better without glasses
Imagine waking up in the morning and being able to read the news on your smartphone without needing to reach for your reading glasses first. You can run, read, work and travel without having to worry about your multiple pairs of glasses getting in the way. Whether you’re going out for dinner with friends, playing a game of tennis or driving to work, you won’t be let down by ageing eyes.
Freedom from reading glasses in 3 easy steps
Enjoy exceptional natural vision in Lyon with The Donate Method

GET IN TOUCH
The first step is to find out if your eyes are suitable to read again without glasses. That’s why we offer a free first appointment. Give us a call on 04 78 17 27 27 or use our easy online calendar to get an appointment.
WE’LL MEET
Visit our high-quality clinic, where we’ll give you a comprehensive eye examination and discuss your lifestyle. You’ll leave with a clear answer about the best treatment option for your eyes.
ENJOY LIFE
After being treated with The Donate Method, our patients tell us that every day is better and they wish they had done it years earlier! You’ll be ready to enjoy a new freedom without the hassle of glasses and contacts!
The Donate Method
Over 45? Discover if you could read again without glasses!
After the age of 45, many people find reading glasses frustrating. Not only do you always have to remember them but they give away your age! Book an appointment today and discover if you can turn back the clock on your eyes!
You’re over 40 and your vision has become cloudy (plus you dislike your reading glasses)
You have the option to restore your vision and turn back the clock on your eyes

My vision is clear with reading glasses but I hate them
Have you started to notice that your reading vision isn’t as crisp as it used to be? Or perhaps you refuse to wear those awful reading glasses because they make you feel old?
Find out how you be free from the hassle of reading glasses...

Even with reading glasses, my vision is cloudy and dull
Have you noticed your vision has become cloudy and dull? Even wearing glasses doesn’t help. It’s possible you have cataracts.
Find out if you can clear up your vision AND free yourself from the hassle of reading glasses at the same time.
Happy patients talk about why they chose us
We’ve helped thousands of Lyonnais enjoy exceptional natural vision without glasses and contact lenses
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Gain freedom from reading glasses if you’re 40-plus
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This technique makes it possible to treat:
- Everyone with presbyopia regardless of your age
- Presbyopic and myopic up to -12 D
- Presbyopic and hyperopic up to +4.5 and / or astigmatic from 0.25 to 6 D
Advantages of PRESBYOND Laser:
- It does not induce vision loss, notably in patients who only suffer from presbyopia.
- It does not induce a reduction in visual quality at night
- It has a very low risk of serious complications
We perform the PRESBYOND laser treatment using the LASIK all LASER technique. This method combines the use of two lasers whose precision and safety are unanimously recognized:
- The laser FEMTOSECONDE VISUMAX ZEISS
- The EXCIMER MEL 90 ZEISS laser
All operations carry risks, but complications do not happen by chance.
Thanks to our experience and the rigour of our processes, we make every effort to ensure the best results during your operation.
There are no serious complications to fear with PRESBYOND laser treatment. In particular, please note that it is impossible to lose your sight. But like all operations or medical treatments, some rare side effects have been reported. Do not hesitate to ask all your questions during the pre-operative consultation to be completely reassured.
PRESBYOND laser treatment is suitable for most patients; however, there can be a contraindication to this treatment.
In this case, we propose treatment for your presbyopia and your associated visual defects using the PRELEX method. This method involves implanting an intraocular lens to correct your vision permanently.
Your operation in three steps:
Before your operation
On the day of your treatment, you will spend an hour with us. Upon your arrival at the centre we will give you a pre-medication to relax you and a sterile robe to wear.
During your operation
During your procedure, you will be lying on an ophthalmological chair. We will apply a topical anesthesia in the form of eye drops.
The 20-minute procedure consists of two steps:
- The VISUMAX laser creates a corneal flap. Your surgeon lifts the flap.
- The EXCIMER laser reshapes your cornea correction your visual impairment
- Your surgeon will then gently reposition the flap that naturally adheres to the cornea.
After that, the treatment is finished. The procedure is not painful and is perfectly safe.
After your operation
For your departure, it is necessary to be met by an accompanying person. We advise you to go home and rest with your eyes closed for 3 to 4 hours.
You will need to follow the surgeons instructions by instilling anti-inflammatory and antibiotic eye drops. We will need to perform a post-operative check-up between 1 and 10 days.
It is advisable to avoid situations where there may be a risk of infection for 3 to 4 days after your treatment.
On average, visual acuity for both near and distant vision improves by more than 93% after PRESBYOND.
Our results show that 100% of our patients can read without glasses: 10/10 from a distance and 7/10 close-up, 90% can read 10/10 from a distance and 8/10 close-up and 80% can read 10/10 from a distance and 10/10 close-up.
Discover why people over 45’s are choosing PRESBYOND
PRESBYOND, the most advanced laser treatment for ageing eyes, is now available in Lyon
PRESBYOND is the most advanced laser treatment for correcting presbyopia, the age-related need for reading glasses.
Compared to some competitive laser treatments, PRESBYOND has less risk, gives better results and is suitable for most people.
With certain competing laser treatments, the change in the shape of the cornea can be too great and induce a reduction in vision, especially at a distance.
With PRESBYOND, the surgeon uses the latest laser technology to blend the near and distance vision so that the eyes can work together in concert, creating a seamless view of the world.
Have questions about removing your need for reading glasses via treatments like PRESBYOND or lens replacement?
Watch our patient videos to learn from expert eye surgeon Dr. David Donate
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Over 45? Take this quiz to discover if you could read again without glasses!
After the age of 45, many people find reading glasses frustrating. Not only do you always have to remember them but they give away your age! Take this quick 2-min quiz to find out which type of eye surgery (if any) could help you to turn back the clock on your eyes!

Dr. David Donate
Ophthalmologist – Refractive surgery specialist
20 years’ experience and 20000 successful vision correction treatments
With over 20 years of experience performing more than 20000 successful eye procedures, and a repertoire of academic publications and research, Dr. David Donate has earned himself an international reputation.
At his state-of-the-art clinic in Lyon, Dr. Donate follows a specialised method called, The Donate Method, to ensure his patients feel confident about their vision correction journey. Combined with the highest quality pre-op and post-op appointments, expert precision solutions and top technology, Dr. Donate is perfectly positioned to deliver the best possible outcome for his patients.