AcrySof Toric IOL
Surgery to treat cataracts is an outpatient procedure where an eye
surgeon removes the clouded natural lens and replaces it with an
artificial lens (IOL). Traditionally the surgeon implants a monofocal
IOL. If you have astigmatism, however, you may still experience blurred
and distorted vision because a standard IOL cannot correct corneal
astigmatism. Now, a 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 IOL designed to correct
astigmatism as well. The AcrySof® Toric IOL lens can help you to enjoy
quality distance vision without eyeglasses or contact lenses.
The AcrySof Toric lens is a foldable, single-piece lens that an eye
surgeon implants during cataract surgery to replace the clouded lens.
The unique design of the AcrySof Toric IOL makes it possible to reduce
or eliminate corneal astigmatism and significantly improve uncorrected
distance vision. You may be able to break free from eyeglasses or
contact lenses for distance vision in just one step, without the need
for additional surgical procedures. Dr. Paul Ernest encouraged the
development of this lens. In the FDA clinical trials, 97% of the
patients bilaterally implanted with the AcrySof Toric IOL were spectacle
free for distance vision. Ask your doctor if you are a candidate for the
AcrySof Toric IOL lens that can help you break free from astigmatism and
may allow you to enjoy quality distance vision without eyeglasses or
contact lenses.
If you have questions about the newest and most modern technology
available for your eyes, or if you would like to discuss your options
for vision correction, please call 1-877-TLC-TIME.
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