IOL: Premium Lens – Overview

If you require cataract removal surgery, choosing the right lens implant is an important decision for you and your doctor. The lens implant selection is the basis for optimum vision enhancement post surgery, and lifestyle improvement.

In the past, patients had limited lens implant options to meet their visual needs. Today’s lens technologies now offer optimum natural-vision with premium lenses. The two main premium lenses are multifocal, and accommodating. Multifocal lenses focus light from different distances on the retina simultaneously. Accommodating lenses mimic the movement of the eyes natural lens, which allows the eye to switch focus between different distances.

In order to determine which lens is right for you, consider your lifestyle, and ask yourself: Do you focus more on near or far objects? How important is color and contrast sensitivity to you? How often do you drive at night?

It is also important to discuss your goals following the procedure, to ensure your expectations are realistic. Keep in mind, that your vision will continue to change over time and may require additional care in the future.

After considering all of these factors, your doctor will recommend a lens implant, or perhaps a combination of lenses that should provide you with the visual freedom you desire following cataract surgery.