Imagine being able to see clearly again—perhaps more clearly than you can ever remember. Whether you need lens replacement due to cataracts, or simply wish to restore the vision of your youth, laser refractive lens replacement surgery with PanOptix lenses may be the answer.
This procedure is one of the most effective and safest surgeries performed today. While any type of lens replacement will clarify the cloudiness caused by cataracts, all intraocular lenses (IOLs) are not created equally. Choosing the correct type of IOL will greatly impact your visual acuity and quality of life after surgery.
Our doctor and principal cataract surgeon, Dennis Matzkin, M.D., prefers to use multi-focus IOLs when performing laser refractive lens replacement surgery. In his opinion, the best multi-focal lens on the market today is the PanOptix lens—and he is the only ophthalmologist in the area offering this innovative, tri-focal IOL. Keep reading to find out what makes the PanOptix lens Dr. Matzkin’s preferred type of lens.
The PanOptix lens is the first and only trifocal lens available in the United States. PanOptix lens implants:
Most IOLs allow just one or two vision distance options. This means that recipients of these lenses will usually still need glasses to be able to see clearly at other distances. PanOptix lenses are unique in that they more closely replicate the natural lens’ ability to focus clearly far away, intermediately, and up close.
Here are some of the tasks commonly performed at different vision distances:
In most cases, PanOptix lenses allow your vision to shift seamlessly between your daily tasks, maintaining clear vision without the hassle of keeping up with glasses. Their ability to improve intermediate vision makes these lenses an excellent choice for active adults who also spend several hours a day using a computer, tablet or smart phone.
If you’re interested in learning more about the laser refractive IOL surgery procedure, click here. For more general information about the different types of IOLs, read our blog post here. Call or text us at (423) 855-8522 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Matzkin to discuss improving your vision with PanOptix lens replacement. It's time to start #LivingLifeInFocus!