Blurry, cloudy vision can make daily tasks more difficult and limit your independence over time. At Eye MDs of Inland, Dr. Marc Shomer and Dr. Robert Gunzenhauser offer intraocular lens (IOL) implants to help you regain clear, vibrant sight. Using state-of-the-art technology, they customize each lens choice to help you see clearly and confidently every day.
Regain Natural Focus and Visual Freedom
An intraocular lens (IOL) is a clear, artificial lens implanted in your eye to replace the natural lens that has become cloudy from cataracts. During cataract surgery, your eye’s clouded lens is gently removed and replaced with the new IOL through a small incision. The procedure restores sharp, focused vision and can reduce or even eliminate your dependence on glasses, allowing you to see clearly and comfortably at various distances for a more active and independent lifestyle.
What Does an Intraocular Lens (IOL) Treat?
Inside your eye is a natural lens that focuses light onto the retina to create clear vision. Over time, this lens can become cloudy or lose flexibility, causing blurred, dim, or distorted sight. An intraocular lens (IOL) replaces this damaged lens to restore clarity and focus, most commonly in cataract treatment and vision correction procedures such as refractive lens exchange.
You may benefit from an IOL if you experience:
- Blurry or hazy vision that affects reading or driving
- Increased glare or halos around lights at night
- Colors appearing dull or faded
- Difficulty focusing at near, intermediate, or far distances
- Frequent changes in eyeglass prescriptions
Intraocular Lens (IOL) Options
Monofocal IOL
A monofocal lens is the standard IOL used to restore clear sight at a single distance, usually for distance vision. You may still need glasses for reading or computer work. The latest enhanced monofocals, like the Eyhance™ IOL, slightly extend your range of vision, improving intermediate clarity as well. These lenses deliver sharp focus and excellent contrast, making them an ideal choice for those seeking outstanding distance vision with minimal visual side effects.
Extended Depth of Focus IOL
Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF) lenses, such as Symfony®, Aspire®, and Vivity®, are engineered to extend your range of vision while maintaining optimal clarity. They provide smooth, continuous focus from distance to intermediate vision, making them ideal for driving, using a computer, or seeing across a room. You may still need mild reading glasses for fine print, but EDOF lenses offer fewer night halos or glare than traditional multifocals and provide balanced vision.
Multifocal IOL
Multifocal IOLs, such as Envy®, PanOptix® and Synergy™, provide multiple focal points that allow you to see clearly at near, intermediate, and far distances. They are designed to reduce or eliminate your need for glasses across most daily activities, from reading to driving. These lenses use intricate optical technology to distribute light efficiently, though some patients may notice mild halos or glare at night. Multifocals offer the highest potential for independence from glasses.
Toric IOL
Toric intraocular lenses correct astigmatism, which occurs when the cornea is irregularly shaped. This IOL compensates for that distortion, creating a more uniform, focused image on the retina. Available in monofocal, EDOF, and multifocal designs, toric IOLs can be customized for each patient’s unique corneal shape. They help reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contacts after cataract surgery, providing sharper, clearer vision across all distances.
Benefits of Intraocular Lenses (IOL)
Restores Clear, Sharp Vision
Replacing the eye’s clouded natural lens with an IOL restores clarity, brightness, and detail, allowing you to see the world vividly again. Most patients notice a dramatic improvement in color perception and visual sharpness within days after surgery.
Reduces or Eliminates Dependence on Glasses
Premium IOLs, such as multifocal or EDOF options, are specifically engineered to provide vision at multiple distances, significantly decreasing the need for reading or distance glasses for everyday activities like driving, computer use, and reading.
Long-lasting and Maintenance-free
Once implanted, an intraocular lens is specifically designed to last a lifetime. Unlike external lenses or contacts, it never requires cleaning or replacement, providing a permanent, low-maintenance solution for clear vision with minimal daily upkeep.
Customized to Your Visual Needs
IOLs enable precise customization tailored to your eye anatomy, lifestyle, and vision goals. Whether you prioritize distance clarity, reading vision, or reducing astigmatism, your ophthalmologist can recommend the ideal lens type to match your visual requirements.
How Long Does It Take to Recover From IOL Surgery?
You’ll go home the same day and can usually resume light activities within 24 hours. Your vision may be slightly blurry for the first day or two as your eye adjusts to the new lens. Over the next few weeks, your vision will continue to improve as your eye heals. Your ophthalmologist will provide personalized aftercare instructions and schedule follow-ups to monitor your progress.
See Clearly, Live Fully Again
Eye MDs of Inland is led by Dr. Marc Shomer and Dr. Robert Gunzenhauser, both board-certified ophthalmologists trained at the prestigious Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA. With advanced expertise in premium lens implants like Symfony®, Aspire®, Vivity®, Eyhance™, PanOptix®, Envy®, and Synergy™, they deliver exceptional outcomes for each patient. Experience compassionate, state-of-the-art eye care in a setting where your vision and comfort come first. Schedule your consultation for intraocular lens (IOL) surgery in Upland, CA, today.
