Porter Ophthalmology Lens Replacement Brochure

LENS REPLACEMENT

PORTER OPHTHALMOLOGY: THE CLEAR CHOICE

FOR LR SURGERY

Lens Replacement (LR) is an advanced surgical procedure that can restore vision over the long term—often allowing patients to see clearly without glasses or contact lenses. At Porter Ophthalmology, our experienced surgical team has an unparalleled history of helping adults (typically age 45 or older) with vision disorders through corrective LR surgery.

Are you ready to reclaim your vision?

WHAT IS LR?

Lens Replacement is an advanced vision correction surgery for adults suffering from age-related focus dysfunction, but who are not good candidates for other corrective procedures, such as LASIK, LALEX (SMILE), PRK, or EVO (ICL) surgery. Unlike LASIK, which involves reshaping the cornea, LR replaces the eye’s natural lens with a new intraocular lens (IOL). It is a proven, time-tested procedure that provides long term vision correction. Best of all, it is a quick and safe procedure, similar to cataract surgery, and has a fast recovery period.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF LR?

The life-changing benefits of LR are many. This transformative procedure has enabled thousands of mature adults to enjoy a whole new outlook.

• Long term vision correction

• Reduces the need for corrective eyewear

• Quick and comfortable procedure —less than 30 minutes per eye

• Designed for age-related focus dysfunction (presbyopia), nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism

• No need for future cataract surgery

• Stability over time

• Relatively quick recovery—between 1-3 days typically

• It is a safe procedure (similar to cataract surgery)

LENS (IOL) OPTIONS TO FIT YOUR EYES

LR lenses come in three types. We will conduct a thorough eye exam and determine which IOL is right for you based on your vision needs.

Basic Lens

Designed to correct nearsightedness or farsightedness, basic lenses greatly improve your choice of distance, intermediate, or near vision. You may still need to wear glasses with this type of IOL. For instance, glasses will be needed for sharper near vision if you aim for distance vision.

Toric Lens

Toric lenses are designed for patients with moderate or high levels of astigmatism. They also correct nearsightedness and farsightedness. This lens will provide clear distance, intermediate, or near vision to patients who also have astigmatism.

Extended Range Lens

Multifocal and Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF) lenses are designed to deliver clear vision at a range of distances, including far, intermediate, and near. These IOLs may not be an option for some individuals, and they do require a period of adjustment for the patient. With Extended Range Lenses, many patients are able to completely eliminate their need for glasses or contacts.

We will help you determine what the best option is for your eyes so that your vision will be effective and comfortable.

If you are a mature adult—generally speaking 45 years of age and older—who suffers from nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, dysfunctional lens syndrome, or similar vision disorders, LR could be the best option for you. It may even allow you to eliminate the need for prescription lenses or reading glasses.

CONTACT US NOW

Talk to a Porter Ophthalmology doctor today to see if LR is right for you. It could be your path to a brighter future.