Cataract surgery requires the removal of your clouded lens. That natural lens is replaced with an intraocular lens (IOL) that corrects vision problems. At Vision 3C Specialists serving San Antonio, TX, we offer standard and premium lenses for cataract surgery. Our eye doctor is here to help you with your eye health needs.

What's the Difference Between Standard and Premium Lenses?

In most cases, people that opt for standard lenses after cataract surgery will probably still need to wear glasses in some cases. With premium lenses, glasses may not be necessary. They offer more focusing power than a standard IOL does.

There are several different types of premium lenses, including:

• Toric IOLs
• Multi-focal IOLs
• Extended depth of focus IOLs

Standard lenses come in different strengths, but don't have the same focusing power as premium IOLs. If you choose a standard IOL, you may have to wear glasses occasionally in order to see, or you may be required to wear them all the time.

Before your surgery, you can meet with an eye doctor to find out more about your options. You'll be able to ask questions to help find the type of lens that's best for you.

What to Consider Before Cataract Surgery

You'll need to decide on the type of IOL prior to your surgery. During this time, you'll want to take many different factors into consideration, including your vision issues and lifestyle as well as the advice of your optometrist. It's likely that your optometrist will also schedule an eye exam to determine your current prescription.

Premium lenses are a convenient option, especially for people that prefer not to wear glasses. However, they do have some side effects. People that suffer from dry eye or glaucoma may not be a good fit for premium lenses. It can help to schedule an appointment with our eye doctor so that you can receive an eye exam and expert advice.

Schedule an Eye Exam or Cataract Surgery with Our Ophthalmologist

If you're preparing for cataract surgery, you may want to discuss IOL options like premium lenses with our ophthalmologist. We at Vision 3C Specialists serving San Antonio, TX, can help answer your questions and help you decide on the best type of lens for your needs. Call us at (210) 538-2020 to make an appointment. Our ophthalmologist is here to help with your eye exam and cataract surgery needs.