We at Shaaf Eye Center are dedicated to provide state-of-the-art solutions to meet your standards for eye care. The Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) from RxSight® is one of the most cutting-edge cataract surgery solutions now readily available. The LAL has an advantage over conventional lenses in that it can be modified after implantation. This indicates that you can attain the greatest potential result by fine-tuning your vision to reach ideal clarity.
Advantages of Light Adjustable Lens
The Light Adjustable Lens comes with several significant advantages that set it apart:
- Post-Surgery Adjustability: The primary benefit of the LAL is its adjustability. After your initial surgery, your eye doctor can use a special UV light to make precise adjustments to the lens. This ensures that your vision is tailored specifically to your needs, reducing or even eliminating the need for glasses.
- Customized Vision: Because adjustments can be made post-surgery, the LAL allows for a high degree of customization. Your vision can be optimized based on how your eyes heal, leading to clearer and sharper eyesight.
- Enhanced Visual Outcomes: Studies have shown that patients with LALs often experience better visual outcomes compared to those with traditional intraocular lenses. This is because the fine-tuning process can correct any residual refractive errors.
The Light Adjustable Lens Procedure
The procedure for receiving a Light Adjustable Lens is straightforward and similar to standard cataract surgery, with a few additional steps:
- Initial Surgery: The LAL is implanted in your eye during cataract surgery. This part of the process is the same as with traditional lenses.
- Healing Period: You will have a healing period where your eye adjusts to the new lens. During this time, you will be given protective glasses to wear to shield your eyes from unintended UV light.
- Light Adjustments: A few weeks after surgery, you will return to Shaaf Eye Center for light treatments. These painless treatments use UV light to adjust the power of the lens, refining your vision to perfection.
- Final Lock-In: Once your vision is optimized, the lens is “locked in” to maintain your customized prescription permanently.
We are committed to providing the latest advancements in eye care. If you’re considering cataract surgery or want to explore the possibility of the Light Adjustable Lens, call us at (760) 346-5005 to schedule your eye evaluation and learn more about how the Light Adjustable Lens can transform your vision. Take the first step towards clearer, sharper sight and a brighter future!
