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 Cataract Surgery In Florida

The Opportunity for Freedom from Reading Glasses

ReSTOR is a sophisticated multifocal lens capable of correcting both myopia and presbyopia. It is effective for patients with severe to extreme hyperopia and myopia, which laser vision correction (LASIK, LASEK and Epi-LASIK) cannot help. This multifocal lens implant can greatly reduce or even eliminate the need for glasses, for both distance and reading.ReStor® is a non-laser procedure developed specifically for baby boomers who want to permanently correct their near vision. This makes it an ideal procedure for people over 55, for whom a permanent correction is often the most important factor in their decision to undergo a vision correction procedure.

Using a multifocal implant, ReStor® can change how the eye focuses light by replacing the aging natural lens in our eye. As we age, the lens inside our eye becomes less flexible and causes our near vision to become blurry. The only way to permanently correct presbyopia is by replacing the aging lens with a sophisticated multifocal implant that has the ability to focus light at both near and far distances.

How ReStor® Works

The Procedure

After the doctor has applied a topical anesthetic (eye drops), an ultrasonic probe is inserted through a very small incision on the side of the cornea (the clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye). The tip of the ultrasonic probe vibrates at an extremely high rate of speed and breaks the lens into fine particles, which are suctioned out of the eye. Once the lens material is removed, your natural capsule is left behind and the multifocal implant lens is placed inside the capsule. The multifocal lens is implanted in essentially the same capsule previously occupied by the natural lens. You will never feel your implanted lens and it never has to be handled, adjusted or cleaned. A device called a “speculum” holds your eye open during the procedure.

Once finished, you don’t have to wear a patch and can usually return to normal activities the next few days. Vision generally begins improving in about a week’s time.

ReSTOR can also help patients who have severe to extreme hyperopia or myopia, a condition in which laser vision correction cannot help.

Risks and Complications

ReStor® is associated with a nominal amount of surgery-related complications. Some people who have had ReStor® have experienced side effects that have impaired their vision for a few days after the procedure. Although these risks are relatively rare, they should be taken into consideration by anyone considering the ReStor® procedure. Some side effects include:

Is ReStor® Right for Me?

ReStor® is intended for people over 55 who want to improve their near vision permanently. All patients considering vision correction should undergo a complete examination by a doctor prior to the procedure.

You’re likely a good candidate for ReStor® if you:

If freedom from glasses is your desired outcome, the AcrySof® ReSTOR® IOL may be a good choice.

Frequently asked Questions

Here are some of the most common questions about the AcrySof® ReSTOR® IOL. Contact your eye doctor for more information about how this breakthrough lens can unlock your lifestyle.

How is the AcrySof® ReSTOR® IOL different from monofocal lenses?

Monofocal IOL: An intraocular lens that provides patients with only one focal point. Most commonly, these lenses correct only for distance vision. Monofocal IOLs focus at only one distance, meaning that you will likely need glasses following surgery either for distance or near, and sometimes for both. The AcrySof® ReSTOR® IOL differs from regular monofocal IOLs in that it focuses at distance and near, decreasing your dependency on glasses at all distances.

What is the difference in cost between a traditional monofocal lens and the AcrySof® ReSTOR® IOL?

Insurance policies vary, but Medicare, supplemental insurance, and private insurance will typically still cover the basic cataract surgery procedure with a conventional IOL. However, if you decide to have an AcrySof® ReSTOR® IOL implanted, there may be an additional cost that is not covered by insurance or Medicare. You can elect to pay the difference for the added benefits of the AcrySof® ReSTOR® IOL. You should ask someone at your doctor’s office, or your primary insurance provider, to explain your policy coverage.

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One Response to “Restor”

  1. Roxanne Foley on November 12th, 2008 5:23 pm

    Great information, thanks for telling me about Restor lens for Cataracts.

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