Where is IOL implanted?

An intraocular lens implant is a synthetic, artificial lens that is implanted inside the eye to replace the focusing power of a natural lens that has been surgically removed, most commonly during cataract surgery. The use of IOL implant placements is totally safe and recommended by the doctors.

How long do IOL implants last?

An intraocular lens implant is a synthetic, artificial lens that is implanted inside the eye to replace the focusing power of a natural lens that has been surgically removed, most commonly during cataract surgery IOL implant placements, unlike natural eye lenses, do not degrade and do not need to be changed. Patients should follow any aftercare advice given by their doctor following surgery in order to gain these long-term benefits.

What is IOL procedure?

An intraocular lens (also known as an IOL implant placement) is a small, artificial lens that fits inside the eye. It is used to replace the natural lens of the eye, which is removed in cataract surgery. The lens helps you see by bending (refracting) light rays that enter the eye. It's important that your lens is clear. Your lens, on the other hand, has gotten clouded if you have a cataract.

What is IOL used for?

Intraocular lenses (IOLs) are medical implants that are placed inside the eye to replace the natural lens when cataract surgery removes it. IOL implant placements are also utilized in refractive lens exchange surgery, which is a type of vision correction surgery. These unique lenses are made to resemble or accommodate the natural lens of the eyes. The lens hinge design allows it to move inside the eye just like a normal lens would. As a result, patients can see better at a variety of distances.

Crystalens IOL Implant Placements

Accommodating Iols.... Crystalens

Accommodating Iols give you clear vision without glasses at a greater range of distances — near, far and mid-range — compared to a standard IOL. These lenses have a hinge that flexes with your eye muscles to change the lens focus.

Accommodating IOL

Accommodating lens implants have garnered a significant amount of positive review and testimonials from thousands of early patient adopters. These special lenses are designed to mimic or accommodate, just like the eyes natural lens would. The hinge design of the lens enables it to move inside the eye just like the original natural lens. The end result is that patients can see better at multiple distances. . The unique Crystalens can reduce or eliminate glasses for most activities, including: reading a book, working on the computer, and driving a car.

The only accommodating IOL available is known as the Crystalens ® Bausch & Lomb.

The Crystalens offers very good night vision. It is designed differently from a multifocal IOL, so it does not produce halos.