Lens replacement surgery removes the eye’s natural lens and replaces it with a customised intraocular lens, mainly to reduce reliance on glasses rather than to treat a mature cataract.
How lens replacement helps vision
The procedure is similar to modern cataract surgery. Through a tiny corneal incision, the natural lens is broken up and removed, then a clear artificial lens is inserted and unfolded inside the remaining capsule.
- Can correct high levels of short sight, long sight, and astigmatism
- Premium lenses may provide distance, intermediate, and near focus
- Removes the future risk of cataract in the treated eye
- Often chosen by people in their forties to sixties with strong prescriptions
Recovery comfort and risks
Most people notice sharper vision within a few days, though fine tuning and adaptation may take several weeks. As with all intraocular surgery, there are small risks such as infection, raised pressure, or glare, which are carefully monitored.
- Eye drops reduce inflammation and protect against infection
- Driving and work usually resume gradually once vision is comfortable
- Glasses may still be needed for some tasks depending on lens design
- Regular reviews check the lens position and long term eye health
