Which Cataract Intraocular Lens is Right for You?
Cataract surgery removes the clouded natural lens and replaces it with an artificial plastic lens. Today’s lens technology enables cataract patients to not only replace their clouded lens with a clear plastic lens, but also correct other vision issues such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Working with an ophthalmologist, you can customize the procedure to your personal vision needs using today’s advanced intraocular lens technologies.
Which intraocular lens (IOL) is right for you depends on your lifestyle as well as your vision needs. Your ophthalmologist should discuss your options and help you choose between:
- Monofocal: Gives you one range of vision. You may need glasses to see up close or at another range.
- Multifocal: This option gives you the ability to see distance, intermediate, and near without being dependent on glasses.
- Toric: Correct astigmatism.
- The Light Adjustable Lens: this allows optimization of your vision after lens implantation and healing. If you and your doctor select the Light Adjustable Lens, the first step is to have your cataract safely removed and the adjustable IOL implanted. The cataract removal and IOL implantation procedure is the same as if you selected a non-adjustable IOL. Click for more information on RX Sight LAL.
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“Dr. Griffin and his staff are very professional and caring. They will answer any questions you may have. I had cataract surgery on both eyes. The entire process from beginning to end was smooth and pain free. If you need cataract surgery, go to Griffin Eye Center! “- Patient Review July 2024 by Diane B.
Advanced cataract surgery requires special expertise of a cataract surgeon. Griffin Eye Center, Ophthalmic Surgeon, Neil Griffin, M.D., specializes in cataract, LASIK, and corneal surgery. Dr. Griffin is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and Fellowship trained. He was named one of the top cataract surgeons in the US by The National Consumer Advisory Board and has won over 28 local distinctions, including “Best LASIK Surgeon”, “Best Cataract Surgeon” and “Best Ophthalmologist”. Dr. Griffin and his experienced staff offer consultations to help you decide which lens will fit your unique lifestyle.
If you are looking for a top cataract surgeon or want to know your options for cataract surgery visit griffineyecenter.com or schedule an appointment 843-449-6414.