How can you choose which IOL is right for you?

Cataracts are very common; in fact, nearly everyone will develop cataracts if they live long enough. However, although cataracts were formerly a leading cause of blindness, technology has made them very treatable. Patients’ sight may be restored to its former acuity or, in some cases, it may even be better after the cataract surgery than it has ever been. This is thanks to new advances in the field of intraocular lenses (IOLs).

Although laser eye procedures (such as LASIK) are designed to change the shape of the cornea, the lens of the eye is also very important in having clear vision. Common changes in the lens with aging can lead to the development of certain types of visual problems, many of which can be treated. How does the lens of the eye focus light?

The lens is located just behind the pupil. It’s made up of clear proteins, and...Read More