During cataract surgery your eye’s natural lens is removed:
This is necessary because the protein build-up on the lens cannot be separated from the lens. After the lens is removed, your cataract doctor will insert a new lens to restore clear vision. The good news is that the replacement lens options are amazing.
Intraocular lenses (IOLs) are artificial lenses that provide clarity to your vision. In the past, cataract patients only had one option: monofocal lenses that provided clear vision for one distance only.
This process does not happen overnight. It is typically a slow development that makes it increasingly difficult to see things clearly and perform daily tasks.
Monofocal lenses are still available and widely used but today there are a variety of Lifestyle Lenses that have advanced features for clear vision at multiple distances.
Lifestyle Lens Options
Multifocal IOLs
Alcon AcrySof® IQ PanOptix® Trifocal IOL
Alcon AcrySof® IQ Vivity™ Extended Depth of Focus IOL
Toric IOLs
- Multifocal IOLs
- Alcon AcrySof® IQ PanOptix® Trifocal IOL
- Alcon AcrySof® IQ Vivity™ Extended Depth of Focus IOL
- Toric IOLs
Multifocal IOLs
With multiple focusing points to allow for distance and up-close vision. We offer several brands of multifocal IOLs.
Alcon AcrySof® IQ PanOptix® Trifocal IOL
Which is clinically shown to deliver an exceptional combination of near, intermediate and distance vision while significantly reducing the need for glasses after surgery. Most patients who choose this lens are able to read text messages on their smart phones, work on a computer and even drive without the need for glasses. This is due, in part, to ENLIGHTEN® Optical Technology, a proprietary design that optimizes intermediate vision without compromising near and distance vision.
Alcon AcrySof® IQ Vivity™ Extended Depth of Focus IOL
The first and only nondiffractive extended depth of focus intraocular lens (IOL) that incorporates X-WAVE™ technology to stretch and shift light entering your eyes so you can obtain a continuous, extended range of vision. With the Vivity lens, you may not need glasses (even readers) to see clearly at all distances after cataract surgery. Vivity’s new non-diffractive technology may also provide:
• Sharper vision in bright and dim lighting
• Reduction of halos, starbursts or glare
• Better vision for nighttime driving
• Protection from damaging UV rays and blue light
Toric IOLs
To correct astigmatism as well as nearsightedness and farsightedness. Many lens types come in toric versions.
The Choice is Yours
You will make the decision about which IOL to choose during your consultations and exams with your doctor. The various pros and cons of each IOL will be discussed in detail, allowing you to make the best decision for your lifestyle, vision goals and budget. Your doctor can make recommendations for you, but ultimately the choice is yours.
