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Multifocal IOL vs. Monofocal IOL

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Restore Your Vision


Multifocal IOL vs. Monofocal IOL
Choosing The Right Lens Option For You!

Until recently cataract patients received monofocal lens implants that had only a single power. This meant you had a choice of correction for either far or near vision. If you suffer from presbyopia like many people over the age 50 this would mean that you still need glasses for either reading or for distance vision. The FDA has now approved several multifocal lens implants for use by certified ophthalmologists. The multifocal IOL lens can increase your chances for a life free of dependence on glasses or contacts after cataract surgery for near, far, and intermediate vision. If you have worn glasses for 30 years this might be an opportunity for you to eliminate this hassle from your life.

The implantation procedure is the same for both types of IOLs. The main point of differentiation between the IOLs is in the type of vision they provide.

MONOFOCAL MULTIFOCAL ACCOMMODATING
Traditional Lens ReSTOR and Re-
Zoom Lenses		 Crystalens
Provides good vi-
sion at one dis-
tance (typically far
vision)		 Correct vision for
near, far and inter-
mediate distances		 Corrects vision for
all ranges of vision
using a hinged
monofocal lens
that moves within
the eye like the
natural lens of the
eye
Requires reading
glasses after sur-
gery		 May substantially
reduce the need
for glasses*		 May substantially
reduce the need
for glasses for dis-
tance and interme-
diate vision*
Covered by
Medicare		 Partial coverage by
Medicare (consult
our staff)		 Partial coverage by
Medicare (consult
our staff)

*Compared with monofocal IOLs, multifocal and accommo-
dating lenses may reduce the need for glasses in activities
like reading, or viewing text on a computer screen