Multifocal Lenses
Multifocal lenses are a type of smart lens used to treat multiple eye defects. Some patients may have problems seeing both near and far. For these conditions, they may need to use two different types of glasses. Some may also have difficulty seeing near while seeing far clearly. Smart lenses have been developed to correct different conditions simultaneously. Multifocal lenses are one of these.
Multifocal lenses contain various rings. Some of these rings help to see distant objects clearly, while others help to see nearby objects clearly. In this way, the patient can see better without the need for different types of glasses. Multifocal lenses are also used after cataract surgery. Cataracts are one of the most common eye diseases. Surgical interventions are required to treat this condition.
What Are Multifocal Lenses?
Multifocal lenses are lenses that contain multiple prescriptions within a single lens. They include different prescriptions for near and far distances, allowing patients to see clearly at all distances. Some of the main advantages of these lenses include:
Multifocal Lens Surgery
Multifocal lenses are generally smart lenses placed inside the eye after cataract surgery. Cataracts are a very common eye condition that is treated with surgical operations. This condition, which is most frequently seen in individuals aged 52-64, requires precise measurements to be taken from the patient for treatment. The prescription of the lens to be added after the surgery is then determined. Multifocal cataract surgery is performed in sterile operating rooms. This operation is performed using an operating microscope and involves micro-surgical incisions. The type of anesthesia used during the cataract operation is also determined by the doctor. The patient does not feel any pain or discomfort during the procedures performed on the eye while under anesthesia.
The operation lasts 10-30 minutes. However, these durations can vary depending on both the sensitivity of the lens used and the severity of the condition. After the cataract operation, the intraocular lens is placed. With the inserted multifocal lenses, the patient gains better vision ability. Standard intraocular lenses are single-focus, allowing the patient to see only at a distance. However, multifocal lens types work with two focal points, meeting the patient's needs for seeing both near and far. The doctor also decides which type of these lenses is suitable for the patient.
How Are Multifocal Lenses Used?
Multifocal lenses help you see both near and far distances clearly and sharply. It may take about two weeks to get used to the vision and clarity. Initially, eye fatigue may occur, but these are considered normal and will completely disappear within a few days. While some patients may easily get used to these lenses, others may require a few days of adjustment. In case of any problems, do not hesitate to contact your doctor. Both the cataract surgery and the lens placement procedures should be performed by an experienced doctor.
Who Are Multifocal Lenses Suitable For?
Multifocal lenses are among the first choices of patients who do not want to use glasses. They are also widely used by patients with myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. Additionally, patients who do not want to use contact lenses can benefit from these smart lenses. However, these lenses are not recommended for patients with very high expectations. Patients with retinal and glaucoma problems, or those with issues in their visual center, may be offered different treatment options by specialist doctors. This allows them to have a healthier eye treatment.
Fako Method for Cataract Treatment
Fako surgery is one of the most commonly used methods in cataract treatment. Its main advantage is that it involves mini incisions. It is a treatment mostly applied under drop anesthesia. During this procedure, stitches are not used. Cataract surgery requires microsurgery. For the success of the fako surgery, the doctor must be highly experienced in this field. It is important to conduct thorough preoperative examinations and ensure the sterilization of the operating room is excellent. Additionally, the quality of the materials used directly affects the success of the surgery.
Premium Smart Trifocal Lenses
Premium smart trifocal lenses help you see clearly without glasses at near, intermediate, and far distances. While single-focus lenses necessitate the use of reading glasses, trifocal lenses offer three focal points, eliminating the need for glasses. The three focal points allow patients to perform activities at different distances without glasses.
Premium Smart Trifocal Toric Lenses
Premium smart trifocal toric lenses are widely used in cataract treatment today. Cataracts are one of the most common eye diseases. They are defined as the clouding of the lens in the eye, preventing sufficient light from reaching the eye. Cataracts can arise due to many different causes. The most important cause is age. As age progresses, certain changes occur in the protein structure of the lens, leading to blurry vision problems.
Monofocal Lenses
Monofocal lenses are a type of lens placed in the eye during cataract surgery. Cataracts occur when the clear lens in the eye becomes cloudy and loses its light-transmitting ability due to various reasons. This problem can arise for many reasons, including excessive sun exposure, eye trauma, aging, exposure to toxic chemicals, and more. In addition, the use of high doses of corticosteroids and changes in body metabolism can also cause cataracts. The most important treatment for this problem is surgery.
Monofocal Toric Lenses
Monofocal toric lenses help correct astigmatism by providing a single focal point. These lenses are used during cataract surgery when the natural lens of the person with cataracts is removed and replaced. Astigmatism is a condition where vision becomes blurry due to an irregular curvature of the cornea or lens. These lenses correct the irregular curvature and provide clear vision. Monofocal toric lenses only provide a focus for distant objects. Therefore, patients may need additional visual aids (reading glasses) to see nearby objects.
How Much Do Multifocal Lenses Cost?
The cost of multifocal lenses varies depending on the underlying cause, the type of lens, and the operation to be performed. The treatment plan created by our specialist eye doctor based on a detailed examination can vary from person to person.
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