If you need cataract surgery, there are lots of things to consider and discuss with your eye doctor. Just one example is what type of lens implant to choose.
During cataract surgery, your eye surgeon will remove your eye’s cloudy natural lens and replace it with a clear artificial lens, called an intraocular lens (IOL). There are several types of intraocular lens implants, so navigating the different choices can be confusing.
Many patients choose multifocal IOLs because of their convenience. Call FW Specialty Surgicare to consult with your eye doctor and discuss which intraocular lens is best for you.
What’s a Multifocal Intraocular Lens (IOL)?
A multifocal IOL allows you to have clear vision at all 3 zones of vision: near, intermediate and distant.
How? The surface of the multifocal IOL contains concentric rings that provide varying optical powers, putting everything in your visual field into sharp focus.
What are the Benefits of Multifocal IOLs?
Multifocal IOLs allow patients to see clearly at all distances with a single permanent lens.
Many patients who choose multifocal IOLs find that after surgery, they can go glasses-free, or may only occasionally need glasses for reading small print or threading a needle.
Multifocal IOLs also correct astigmatism, something that monofocal IOLs don’t offer.
Are Multifocal IOLs Right For You?
Despite the benefits of these lenses, they may not be suitable for everyone. Some patients find that it takes longer to adapt to multifocal lenses than to monofocal lenses.
Your FW Specialty Surgicare eye surgeon will discuss with you the benefits of each type of IOL to determine which lens implant is best for your vision goals, lifestyle and condition.
Cataract Surgery and More in 2001 Cooper Street Fort Worth, Texas 76104
If you have cataracts and want to enjoy a clearer, brighter world, we can help. To schedule your consultation, call FW Specialty Surgicare in 2001 Cooper Street Fort Worth, Texas 76104 today!