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Discover the Types of RLE Surgery
Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) surgery is a revolutionary procedure designed to correct common vision issues, offering a life with improved clarity and focus. This surgery is particularly beneficial for individuals affected by presbyopia and those seeking a solution for nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism.
What Is RLE Surgery?
Before we delve into the types of RLE surgery, let's establish a solid foundation about the procedure itself.
Regardless of the type of RLE surgery you undergo, the basics of Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) remain the same. It is a vision correction procedure used to treat common refractive errors like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and presbyopia.
During RLE, the eye's natural lens is removed and replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) customised to the patient's prescription and needs.
RLE offers clear vision at various distances and can treat the need for glasses or contact lenses. It is a versatile option for individuals seeking improved vision and is particularly effective for those experiencing age-related vision changes. RLE provides long-term visual clarity and can significantly enhance a patient's quality of life.
Making an informed decision is vital to effective care, so let’s explore the various types of RLE surgery, each tailored to address specific vision concerns.
Types of RLE Surgery
Standard Monofocal Lens
Standard monofocal IOLs are primarily used to correct distance vision, providing clear and sharp vision for objects far away. Monofocal IOLs offer excellent clarity for distance vision but may still require the use of reading glasses or bifocals for up-close tasks.
Patients with standard monofocal IOLs may still need reading glasses or bifocals for up-close tasks.
A subset of monofocal IOLs, called toric IOLs, are designed to correct astigmatism in addition to distance vision. Astigmatism is a refractive error caused by an irregularly shaped cornea.
Monofocal Lens With Monovision
Monovision is a technique where one eye is corrected for sharp distance vision, while the other eye is focused for reading or close-up tasks. This approach reduces the need for glasses for most tasks, as it approximates the effects of monofocal IOLs.
Monovision is an established option and can be a suitable choice for individuals who want to reduce their dependence on glasses, especially for tasks like reading or using digital devices.
It's important to note that monovision may not be suitable for everyone, as some patients may find it challenging to adjust to having one eye focused on near tasks and the other on distant objects.
Premium Multifocal Lens
Premium multifocal IOLs are designed to provide clear vision at multiple ranges, including far, intermediate (such as computer use), and close-up or reading distances.
These IOLs aim to reduce or eliminate the need for reading glasses or bifocals, offering a broader range of vision without sacrificing clarity.
The type of RLE surgery you’re given it's essential to have a comprehensive discussion with your eye surgeon to determine the most suitable IOL option for your individual situation. They can provide personalised recommendations based on your eye health and vision goals.
Choosing the Right Type of RLE Surgery
The choice of type of RLE surgery you may undergo will be made in consultation with your eye surgeon. Your surgeon will consider:
- Your eye structure
- Prescription
- Vision goals
- Lifestyle
- Preferences
He or she can then advise on the most suitable RLE option for you.
RLE surgery offers multiple types to address various vision problems. The key is to work closely with your surgeon to determine the most appropriate RLE option based on your individual requirements.
Each type of RLE has its own advantages, and the choice you make will depend on what aligns best with your vision goals and preferences. Your journey to improved vision starts with the right RLE surgery for you.
At Focus Clinics, our team of experienced surgeons is dedicated to providing you with the best vision correction solutions tailored to your unique needs.
If you're considering RLE surgery and wish to explore the options available to you, don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with our experts to embark on your journey to clearer, more focused vision.
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100% 20/20 vision
Focus Clinic has a remarkable 100% success rate for 20/20 vision. We know of no other clinic that has matched these results. There is a big difference between, for example, 98% and 100% success, especially if you are in the 2%.
10 year guarantee
Your 10 Year Guarantee means you can return at any time if you have additional questions on the quality of your vision. If you have distance vision correction for short-sight then any repeat laser eye treatments to correct a return of myopia in the first 10 years are included free of charge.*
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*100% 20/20 success is from our peer-reviewed published results for LASIK binocular vision treating short-sight up to -6.00 dioptres including up to 2.00 dioptres of astigmatism.
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