What are my replacement lens options?

Depending on your needs, you can talk to your doctor about advanced-technology lenses that not only correct cataracts but also other vision issues. If you know you have astigmatism, then a toric advanced-technology lens that can correct both your cataract and astigmatic power may be your best option for seeing distant things clearly. If you have difficulty seeing things close up due to presbyopia, there are also lenses available to help you see more clearly without relying much on reading glasses. Or even if you have astigmatism and presbyopia at the same time, there are lenses which can help you.

These are often referred to as:

• Toric IOLs : correct astigmatism and cylindrical power to help you see distant objects clearly
• Multifocal IOLs : enable the person to see near(read) as well as provide distance (driving) and intermediate (computer vision) vision
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Multifocal toric IOLs : correct astigmatism to provide clearer distance (driving) vision and correct presbyopia for intermediate and near vision