Griffin & Reed Eye Care Vision Information

ReStor clinical results AcrySof ReSTOR lens is a breakthrough in vision surgery, allowing patients who have had cataract surgery to stop wearing glasses. The AcrySof ReSTOR intraocular lens (IOL), improves vision up close, far away and at all distances in-between, so that cataract patients can once again enjoy life without the bother of corrective lenses.

If you've been told you have cataracts, it may sound frightening. But statistics show cataract surgery is very safe, effective and successful. Once you and your doctor have made the decision to go forward with cataract surgery, you'll need to decide on the correct intraocular lens (IOL) that is best for you. Your doctor will measure your eye to determine this.

The AcrySof ReSTOR IOL is an advanced type of multifocal IOL that may be exactly what you need. During clinical studies, four out of five patients with the AcrySof ReSTOR IOL reported never needing to wear glasses following cataract surgery, compared to only 1 out of 10 patients with monofocal lenses. This is the highest level of freedom from corrective lenses ever demonstrated in an IOL clinical trial. In fact, nearly 94% of the study subjects were so satisfied with their new vision, they emthusiastically stated they would have the AcrySof ReSTOR IOL implanted again if necessary.

If you're facing cataract surgery, be sure to talk to your eye doctor or the Sacramento LASIK eye surgeons at Griffin & Reed Eye Care about AcrySof ReSTOR IOL.

Labels: cataract surgery, cataracts, ICL, implantable contact lens, intraocular lens, IOL, ReSTOR, vision correction

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How is the AcrySof ReSTOR IOL different from monofocal lenses? If you're considering the prospect of cataract surgery, you've probably discussed your options with your eye doctor. Perhaps he or she has mentioned the 'monofocal lens' as one type of intraocular lens (IOL) that could be used. But what really is the difference between monofocal lenses and the AcrySof(R) ReSTOR(R) IOL?

Monofocal IOLs focus on one distance only, meaning that even after your cataract surgery, you will likely need glasses to see far away or close up - perhaps even both. The AcrySof ReSTOR IOL focuses on both distance and close up objects, meaning you might be able to enjoy a lifestyle that is glasses-free, regardless of your visual acuity issues.

When discussing your cataract surgery options with your eye doctor, be sure to ask whether you are a suitable candidate for the AcrySof ReSTOR IOL. If freedom from glasses is at the top of your wish list, the AcrySof ReSTOR IOL is often the best choice in allowing better distance and up close vision without glasses.

A wealth of information can be found by visiting the Sacramento LASIK web site of Griffin & Reed Eye Care. This group of highly trained pysicians knows that laser vision correction can be very confusing due to all of the hype and misinformation that exists. Their goal is not to see how many surgeries they can perform but how they can best assist you in understanding the best options for treating your eyes.

Labels: cataracts, catract surgery, IOL, ReSTOR, vision correction

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Floaters - What Are They and Why They Occur Floaters are small specks in your field of vision. You might see them when you look at a plain background, like a blank wall. The vitreous humor of your eye- the clear gel that fills the inside of your eye - is where floaters originate, in the form of tiny bits of gel or cells. You aren't actually seeing these bits, but are really seeing their shadows as they are cast on your eye's retina, which is light sensitive. As your eye moves, the floater moves too, because it is inside your eye.

Older people at risk for detached retina sometimes see flashes of light, an early warning sign.

Migraine sufferers see flashes of light that look like jagged lines that last as long as 10-20 minutes. These are caused by the migraine, a blood vessel spasm in the brain. This symptom is often followed by a severe, debilitating headache and nausea.

Middle-aged people who are nearsighted, or have had cataract surgery, YAG laser eye surgery or inflammation of the eye are more likely to have floaters.

Floaters are generally no cause for alarm. However, if you see many floaters all of a sudden and experience light flashes or other visual disturbances, this could indicate retinal detachment or other serious eye problems for which you should contact your doctor immediately.

Labels: cataract surgery, cataracts, eye surgery, IOL, lasik

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Age = cataracts and presbyopia As we age, changes occur in our vision that may lead to a number of conditions, such as cataracts and presbyopia.

A cataract is an opaque or cloudy area that forms within the eye's lens, making vision difficult. Cataracts occur with aging or trauma. The treatment for cataracts is to remove the lens and implant an artificial lens, called an intraocular lens (IOL).

Presbyopia is an age-related vision impairment. As the tiny muscles controlling the crystalline lens become weaker, the lens cannot be shaped to accommodate changes in distance. Vision becomes blurry for near objects and the individual ends up needing reading glasses. While presbyopia cannot be treated by LASIK, an intraocular lens, also called an artificial lens, can solve the problem.

The IOL is implanted in the eye to replace the natural crystalline lens. The newest types of intraocular lenses are multifocal, helping patients to see both near and far.

While none of us enjoys the changes in our vision that occur as we become older, it's comforting to know medical science has found ways to correct some of these issues so we can continue to lead healthy and productive lives.

If you are experiencing vision changes or it's time for a thorough eye exam, visit the eye care professionals at Griffin & Reed Eye Care, specialists in visual care and leading providers of Sacramento LASIK.

More About presbyopia
Presbyopia is the inability to adjust vision to see close up due to weakening eye muscles and loss of eye flexibility. It happens to everyone to some degree as we age.

Around the age of 40, some people notice they cannot see as well close up as they once could. Their eyes feel more tired when they read, do needlepoint or work on the computer, and they may choose reading glasses to help with their failing vision.

While presbyopia is commonly treated with prescription eyewear, (bifocals, progressive lenses, or reading glasses) other treatments are available:

• Conductive Keratoplasty (CK) corrects presbyopia and creates monovision, adjusting one eye for near vision and the other eye for distance vision.
• ReStor and ReZoom are also intraocular replacement procedures with the added benefit of preventing cataracts in the future.

Brand new procedures, not yet approved by the FDA, may soon be available as well. Your Sacramento LASIK professional can tell you more about these promising options.

If you're over 40 years old, be sure that every visit to your eye doctor includes presbyopia testing. If it's been some time since you've had a thorough eye examination, schedule one today to give yourself the chance to see the world in a new light!

Labels: cataracts, CK, intraocular lens, IOL, lasik, presbyopia, ReSTOR, vision correction

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