The Electro-Active Accommodating IOL I just finished watching a truly mind-blowing presentation by Dr. Jay S. Pepose (Washington University School of Medicine). In it he describes an experimental intraocular lens (IOL) that changes focus from distance to near. “So what,” you say? Well, for starters, the focus of the IOL is controlled by a computer chip that is part of the IOL itself! Talk about microcomputers. It gets even more...
Intraocular Lenses
Why You Need an Implant I often get asked whether it’s necessary to insert an artificial lens inside the eye during cataract surgery. My immediate thought is often, “Well, why wouldn’t you want a new lens in your eye?” I realize, however, that for many people the idea of placing a foreign object inside their eye is loaded with uncertainty, making them ask such questions as: “Are they safe?” “Will the lens move or...
Preparing for Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is very quick, often requiring less than half an hour to complete. However, for the surgery to be successful, you will have to take the time needed to prepare your eye for the procedure. Every surgeon, including myself, has a written list of instructions for patients to follow before surgery. Your list will most likely include many of the items below. The Weeks Before Surgery Get pre-op medical clearance – Your internist...
Crystalens® Rebate Extended
Bausch + Lomb has just announced that they are going to extend their “See Better and Save” patient rebate program. This program provides up to $250 to patients who choose to have the Crystalens® accommodating IOL placed in their eyes. The current rebate program ends March 31, 2011. I find this interesting coming from a company that infuriated many doctors and their patients when they introduced the Crystalens® HD at a $200...
Alcon ReSTOR® +3 vs. AMO Tecnis® Multifocal Advanced Technology IOLs (Part 1 of 2)
There are currently two very good multifocal IOLs available in the USA: the Alcon ReSTOR® +3 and the AMO Tecnis® Multifocal Advanced Technology IOLs. Both this, as well as the next, post will review recent comparisons of the Alcon ReSTOR +3 and the AMO Tecnis® Multifocal Advanced Technology IOLs provided by respected cataract surgeons. Although they are paid consultants for AMO, I respect their assessment and felt that these personal...
