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IOLs in Austin - Introducing Full Focus Cataract Surgery® with Crystalens®, ReZOOM™, and ReSTOR® Lens Implants

For patients over the age of 40 who are dealing with progressive eye conditions like cataracts and presbyopia, the idea of life without reading glasses is something that is either long forgotten or something that never existed. The good news is that since our eye surgeons in Austin have introduced Full Focus® intraocular lens implants like Crystalens®, ReZOOM™, and ReSTOR®, we can now help these patients see clearly at all distances with less dependence on glasses.

Contact Texan Eye in Austin to find out if you are eligible for cataract surgery with Full Focus® intraocular lens implants like Crystalens®, ReZOOM™, and ReSTOR®.

What are intraocular lens implants?

Intraocular lens implants, also known as IOLs, are clear, flexible lenses that are used to replace natural lenses of the eye that have been clouded by cataracts. Intraocular lens implants work first and foremost to restore vision affected by cataracts, but they have the added benefit of correcting refractive error that may have been present prior to surgery. For patients interested in seeing well at distance, intermediate and near, Full Focus® intraocular lenses can be used to correct vision.

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Who is a candidate for intraocular lens implants?

Full Focus® lens implants like Crystalens®, ReZOOM™, and ReSTOR® are ideal for cataract patients who also suffer from refractive error, presbyopia, or both. Prior to the introduction of intraocular lens implants, patients would undergo lens replacement with standard fixed focus (monofocal) lens implants. While these monofocal lenses were effective at improving distance vision, they did nothing to correct focusing power for near vision. Following cataract surgery, the patient would still have to wear reading glasses. With the introduction of Full Focus® intraocular lens implants, these patients now have the opportunity to see clearly at all distances without the need for glasses.

Occasionally, patients with vision problems who have not yet developed cataracts may be candidates for Full Focus® intraocular lens implants. In fact, some individuals with severe hyperopia (farsightedness) may be better suited for lens implants than LASIK surgery. Patients who have undergone previous LASIK surgery may also want to consider Full Focus® intraocular lens implants to correct their near vision.

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Full Focus® Surgery with the Crystalens® IOL

Crystalens® was the first accommodating artificial lens implant approved by the FDA for the treatment of cataracts. Manufactured by Eyeonics, Inc., Crystalens® is designed to function in the same manner as the natural lens of the eye - focusing the eye to see at near, intermediate, and far intervals.

Texan Eye has been involved with Crystalens® clinical research for almost 5 years. Our doctors in Austin performed cataract surgery using Crystalens® as part of an FDA trial beginning in 2001 which led to FDA approval in 2003. Texan Eye is considered one of the most experienced Crystalens® providers in the nation.

If you reside outside of the Austin area but are interested in Full Focus® intraocular lens implants, the staff at Texan Eye will be happy to help you with travel arrangements and also arrange for post-operative care from a qualified eye doctor in your area. Please contact Texan Eye for more about Full Focus® intraocular lens implants.

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Full Focus® Surgery with the ReSTOR® IOL

Texan Eye has been using the ReSTOR® intraocular lens longer than any other practice in Austin. In fact, our practice was among the first in the nation to use this lens implant. ReSTOR® lenses provide a full range of vision for cataract patients. Following the removal of cataracts, ReSTOR® lenses are inserted into the eyes through a small side incision and then gently unfolded and set into permanent position. The ReSTOR® lens implants have a unique design that allows them to distribute light onto the retina, allowing the eye to focus at all distances.

ReSTOR® lens implants have produced a high level of satisfaction for cataract patients. These studies of ReSTOR® lens implants further reveal that as many as 80 percent of patients who received the lenses no longer wear glasses - at all.

If you are considering lens implants, call Texan Eye in Austin today to find out if ReSTOR® intraocular lens implants are right for you.

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Full Focus® Surgery with the ReZOOM™ IOL

The ReZOOM™ accommodating intraocular lens is a highly advanced lens implant designed for use in cataract surgery. This multifocal lens provides excellent vision at distance, intermediate and near ranges. The percentage of patients achieving good vision without any glasses has been very impressive with the ReZOOM™ IOL.

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*No single lens implant is best for all patients, and the only way to determine the best lens implant for your visual needs is through a comprehensive surgical consultation with one of our cataract specialists in Austin and Central Texas.

What is Full Focus® Cataract Surgery like?

Surgery to place Full Focus® lens implants is brief and virtually painless. Eye drops are used to anesthetize your eyes and mild sedatives are provided to help you relax. Full Focus® cataract surgery takes approximately 20 minutes. You might feel pressure, but typically no pain. There are generally no shots required.

How quickly will my vision improve following surgery?

Your vision may be somewhat blurry in the first few days following surgery. As soon as your eyes begin to heal, you will likely notice immediate improvement in your distance vision, intermediate vision and near vision.

Will Full Focus® Cataract Surgery give me 20/20 vision?

Not all patients will achieve 20/20 vision with Full Focus® Cataract Surgery. However, in practical terms, the vast majority of patients can pass the drivers license vision test, and can read a newspaper without glasses.

Does insurance cover Full Focus® Cataract Surgery?

For patients who are suffering from cataracts, most insurance companies will cover a large portion of the surgery if Full Focus® implant lenses are used. However, an additional fee will always be required to obtain these premium implant lenses. The insurance specialists at our Austin and Central Texas eye centers can tell you the portion of your surgery that will be covered by insurance. While Full Focus Cataract Surgery® does cost more, you will use your eyes every waking moment for the rest of your life.

To learn more about Full Focus® Cataract Surgery with ReZOOM™, ReSTOR®, or Crystalens® lens implants, contact Texan Eye today.

 

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