Crystalens
Crystalens is an innovative new procedure that can help restore perfect vision to those individuals suffering with cataracts. For the first time ever, patients with cataracts have the opportunity to see clearly at any distance without glasses or contacts thanks to the breakthrough technology called Crystalens. This procedure is the latest and greatest advancement in intraocular technology and vision enhancement.
The Crystalens treatment involves an implantable lens that functions as a replacement for patients with cataracts and focuses like the eye's natural lens. Crystalens allows for continuous vision up close, far away as well as all distances in between. This treatment makes it possible to completely restore a patient’s vision to 20/20 or better which, in most cases, eliminates the need for glasses or contacts completely.
The single-focus lens used in the Crystalens procedure is formed from a proprietary and specially formulated solid silicone called Biosil. This lens is truly unique due to its ability to engage the muscles of the eye to move and focus on objects at any distance. Depending on measurements taken by your ophthalmologist, a lens with a specific strength will be utilized.
Cataract surgery has been undergone by millions of patients in the last 30 years. The Crystalens procedure is very similar to the cataract surgery procedure; it involves just one short painless outpatient visit. The procedure is very simple: your surgeon will use drops to numb your eye and will remove the damaged lens. The new Crystalens is then placed where your insufficient lens used to be. The incision for the procedure is so tiny that no stitches are required and the healing process is relatively short. For those suffering with cataract troubles, the Crystalens procedure is a fantastic alternative. |
