A new look on life with the AcrySof® ReSTOR® IOL
Previously, IOLs (Intraocular lens (IOL): An artificial lens that is implanted in the eye to replace the eye's clouded crystalline lens during cataract surgery.) used in cataract procedures provided good functional distance vision, but offered little benefit for a full range of vision. That meant that people with those IOLs would still need reading glasses from time to time. Now there is a new option – the AcrySof® ReSTOR® IOL is designed to improve vision at all distances.
Does this mean freedom from glasses? For many, yes. With the AcrySof®
ReSTOR® IOL, many people can read, drive and do other tasks without glasses. In fact, during the clinical trials, 80% of AcrySof® ReSTOR® IOL patients reported never wearing glasses after having the lens implanted in both eyes, compared to only 8% of patients with Monofocal IOL (An intraocular lens that provides patients with only one focal point. Most commonly, these lenses correct only for distance vision.) lenses. However, as with many things, there may be a tradeoff – while you may gain clear vision throughout your visual range, you may experience halos or glare. Most patients find these tradeoffs tolerable, but you should discuss this with your doctor.
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