Premium Lens Cataract Surgery
Imagine being able to see at a distance without relying on eyeglasses or contact lenses finally enjoy quality distance vision without glasses or contact lenses. You are reading this with the only two eyes you will ever have. For that reason, vision correction decisions are among the most important you will ever make. Now, revolutionary new technology makes it possible for the surgeon to perform a single outpatient procedure in which the clouded cataract lens is exchanged for an artificial lens designed to correct astigmatism and presbyopia as well. You may be able to break free from eyeglasses or contact lenses for distance vision and or near vision in just one step, without the need for additional surgical procedures.
Astigmatism Correction
When the surface of a normal eye's cornea has a spherical curve, like the shape of a basketball, light rays passing through it bend toward its center and focus on one spot. Sometimes, the surface of the cornea is curved more like a football, with both flatter and steeper curves. When the surface of the cornea has an uneven curvature, vision becomes distorted. This common irregularity, called a "corneal astigmatism," causes blurred or distorted vision because light rays are not focused at one spot to provide clear vision. A person who has both a cataract and a corneal astigmatism will not regain high-quality distance vision after surgery to remove the cataract unless the astigmatism is also corrected.
There are several surgical options your surgeon may choose to treat astigmatism, such as LASIK laser vision correction, astigmatic keratotomy (AK), or limbal relaxing incisions (LRI) which can be done at the time of your cataract surgery.
AcrySof® Toric lens: A better option for quality distance vision
If you are planning to have surgery to remove a cataract, you now have an additional option... an implantable lens that makes it possible to treat the cataract and correct the corneal astigmatism at the same time. Your eye doctor will recommend the option that is best for you.
What exactly is the AcrySof® Toric IOL?
The AcrySof ReStor intraocular lens (IOL) is designed to correct cataracts with or without presbyopia, enabling patients to see it all, from the big picture, down to the smallest, most precious details.
Surgery to treat cataracts is an outpatient procedure where an eye surgeon removes the clouded natural lens and replaces it with an artificial lens. Traditionally, the surgeon implants a monofocal artificial lens, commonly called an "intraocular lens" (IOL). If you have astigmatism, however, you may still experience blurred and distorted vision because a standard IOL cannot correct corneal astigmatism. To achieve quality distance vision with a standard IOL, you may still require eyeglasses, contact lenses, or further surgery. If freedom from eyeglasses for distance vision is important to you, you now have a better option. The unique design of the AcrySof® Toric lens provides significantly improved distance vision and may reduce the need for corrective lenses.
Presbyopic Correction
As we perform daily activities such as reading, watching television or working at the computer, our eyes are constantly focusing on objects at varying distances – up close, far away and in-between. The ability to quickly change focus throughout our range of vision is called accommodation. Accommodation: The ability of the eye's natural lens to change shape to focus on objects at various distances.. Unfortunately, we begin to lose this ability as we grow older, gradually becoming more and more dependent on bifocals or reading glasses. Presbyopia is a gradual loss of flexibility in your eye's lens and surrounding muscle fibers that makes it harder for the eye to focus up close. It's why many people develop the need for reading glasses.
AcRysof Restore Lens: A better option for quality vision at distance, near and anywhere in between.
Until recently, life without reading glasses or bifocals was not an option for cataract patients because traditional monofocal IOLs could only improve distance vision. The AcrySof ReSTOR lens, on the other hand, is a multifocal lens that allows you to see near, far, and everywhere in between. Most patients find they can read a book, work on the computer, and drive a car-day or night-with an increased freedom from glasses. In fact, 4 out of 5 patients in the clinical study who had the AcrySof ReSTOR lens in both eyes reported never having to wear glasses for any task.
You'll notice that, on the AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL, the center of the lens surface consists of a series of tiny rings, creating a smooth transition of light between distant, intermediate and near focal points. This means is that the series of tiny steps in the center of the AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL work together to focus light, providing excellent near and distance vision. Near vision: The range of vision that includes focal points 16 inches or closer to your eyes. Items that typically fall within this range include books, newspapers and medicine bottles. Also known as "reading vision." Intermediate vision: the range of vision that includes focal points between 16 inches and 7 feet away from your eyes. Items that typically fall within this range include computer screens and car dashboards. Distance vision: The range of vision that includes focal points 7 feet or further from your eyes. Items that typically fall within this range include billboards, street signs and movie screens.
Incredible range of vision day and night
For most patients, the AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL delivers excellent near vision: the range of vision that includes focal points 16 inches or closer to your eyes. Items that typically fall within this range include books, newspapers and medicine bottles. Also known as "reading vision.", intermediate vision: the range of vision that includes focal points between 16 inches and 7 feet away from your eyes. Items that typically fall within this range include computer screens and car dashboards. , and distance vision: The range of vision that includes focal points 7 feet or further from your eyes. Items that typically fall within this range include billboards, street signs and movie screens., potentially without the need for reading glasses or bifocals. In fact, with this increase in vision quality, many AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL patients would be able to pass the visual acuity portion of the driver's license exam in most states.
The AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL delivers quality vision in a variety of lighting conditions. In brightly lit conditions, the central apodized diffractive portion of the AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL sends light waves simultaneously to near, distant and intermediate focal points; in dimly lit conditions, the surrounding refractive area sends more light for distance vision.
AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL clinical studies indicate that over 95% of the study subjects were so satisfied with their new quality vision that they would have the AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL implanted again.
AcrySof IOLs are the most widely used: more than 30 million have been implanted worldwide. They are unique in their ability to filter high-energy blue light. It is made by a Texas based Alcon, the world's leading eye care company.
For patients with lifestyle choices that include extensive night time driving or operation of a vehicle or aircraft at night, a Crystalens maybe a better choice of the intraocular lenses placed during cataract surgery. Crystalens provides superior contrast resolution and has no report of glare in patients that are exposed to night time lights. Whether you commute at night or fly a recreational airplane where precision of vision and reaction time is imperative, Crystalens will serve your needs for distance, intermediate and near vision in most situations.
It's not every day that you encounter a miracle. Stuck in bifocal glasses every day I never thought that I could be a candidate for laser vision correction but when it was offered to me by Dr. Kurteeva I jumped at the opportunity to free myself from glasses. The day I had my LASIK done with Dr. Kurteeva is unforgettable! After the surgery I felt liberated from the handicap of wearing glasses for all of my activities! I can now drive, watch TV, use the computer and read without glasses! I am so grateful to Dr. Kurteeva for changing my life and helping me see better without glasses. A very satisfied LASIK patient! Ally K.
Patient Testimonials
"I am happy to report that my eyesight continues to be excellent and I can track the flight of a golf ball 200 yards away." George M., a satisfied Restore patient.
"After my surgery I can now read the digital clock on the dresser while lying in bed. I never could before. I have nothing but praise for [Dr. Kurteeva]." Al M., a satisfied Crystalens patient.
"She changed my life from milky haze of not seeing to having the best vision I've ever had. This surgery has also helped my MS to have better balance. I can't say enough about Dr. Kurteeva and what a change this surgery has meant to me." Cheryl V.
"Dr. Kurteeva has always been very thorough in my special needs. She answers all my questions. In my opinion she is very knowledgeable and truly committed to her profession. Dr. Kurteeva is the best. As long as she is my eye doctor, I am happy." Martha C.
"Dr. Kurteeva was professional, kind, and very efficient." John B.
"I am so pleased with the surgery you performed on me. I feel blessed to have had you as my surgeon." Jeanette N.
"[Dr. Kurteeva] was very competent and made me feel at ease with the procedure." Jane H.
"[Dr. Kurteeva] knows what she is doing, is very friendly, takes good care of her patients by explaining in plain language the procedure she is performing."