Refractive Lens Exchange Surgery in New York

Time to bid goodbye to your glasses as you can now enjoy a sharper vision with refractive lens exchange in NYC with our Vision Cure Clinic! We bring you the most advanced lens replacement surgeries with our leading RLE experts in and around New York. The ultimate purpose of our refractive lens exchange eye surgery is to improve your vision by correcting the refractive errors. All you need is a replacement of your eye’s natural lenses with our IOL options!

What is refractive lens exchangeeye surgery?

Refractive lens exchange (RLE), also known as lens replacement surgery, is a procedure for vision correction. This surgery uses cutting edge technologies to address the changing visual needs of individuals with their advancing age. It is used for correction of a broad spectrum of vision problems, from myopia (near-sightedness) to hyperopia (far-sightedness) to astigmatism. It is also a great option for patients above 40 who face difficulties in reading and distant vision, a condition called presbyopia. The RLE process mainly includes replacing your eye’s natural lens with an artificial custom made intraocular lens (IOL).

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How can you benefit from lens replacement surgery?

Improved vision: 

By getting RLE, you can enjoy an improved visual acuity along with reducing or completely eliminating the need for glasses, bifocals or contact lenses, supporting your vision.

Cataract prevention:

As RLE involves removal of your natural lens, it eliminates your risks of getting cataracts in the future.

Long term results:

The artificial intraocular lenses are designed for permanent use and hence give you clear, acute and stable vision in the long run.

Versatility: 

RLE is suitable for fixing a wide range of refractive errors and vision corrections problems. It is a comprehensive process resolving from hyperopia, myopia to presbyopia or astigmatism.

Wide candidacy:

Being a completely lens based procedure; RLE serves as a suitable option for wide range of patient segments. RLE is also a suitable alternative for candidates who are unfit for laser eye surgery.

Precise and personalized care: 

Getting RLE surgery from private organizations helps you get a personalized treatment experience. The transformative power of RLE guarantees robust use of technologies and precision catering to the individual needs of the patient, and ensuring optimal visual outcomes.

Why choose us for the refractive lens exchange in NYC ?

We are undoubtedly a unique and ideal solution if you are looking for refractive lens exchange in New York. Here’s why you should choose us for your RLE:

  • We have the leading eye specialists, ophthalmologists, eye surgeons and RLE specialists in New York who can give you the most efficient eye care and treatment.
  • Besides the professional experience and surgical expertise of our eye specialists, we also incorporate the latest medical technologies and modern equipment in our treatment procedures to deliver the best eye care services to our patients.
  • We also specialize in offering personalized solutions to our patients’ individual needs and concerns.
  • The comfort and wellbeing of our patients are our top priorities. This is why you can be rest assured of getting the maximum comfort at your clinic during your eye surgery.

Intraocular Lens Options for RLE Surgery

The wide variety of intraocular lenses (IOL) available under refractive lens exchange is what makes this surgery one of the most innovative and exceptional options for vision correction. It includes different types of IOL, designed as per the varying visual needs and issues in individuals. At Vision Cure Clinic, our ophthalmologists conduct your eye examination, address your concerns, needs and goals and review the possible options to pick the right IOL ideal your eyes.

If you are looking forward to refractive lens exchange in NYC, you can get a wide variety of IOL implants, which include:

We examine your lifestyle, eye health and budget to suggest you the best IOL option, perfect for your vision.

What to expect for RLE at Vision Cure Clinic?

Preparing for Lens Replacement Surgery

If you are planning for vision correction treatment, you need to first book a consultation appointment with us. One of our eye specialists will assess your eye health, look at your past medical records, and also discuss your vision goals in the initial consultation. We also answer to any queries you have related to eye health and vision correction. It is at this initial consultation where you get to know if RLE is the right choice for you. After finalizing the treatment, our eye doctor will provide you a set of instructions to follow till the surgery.

Lens Replacement Surgery Process 

Before starting with your surgery, our eye surgeon will first make your eyes numb by applying anesthetic eye drops. We might also give you medication to help you relax. Next the eye surgeon makes a fine incision in your eye to remove your natural lens and replace it with the IOL. The overall time required for this procedure typically needs less than 10 minutes. However, you must be ready and comfortable to be at our clinic before and even after the surgery.

Recovery

A significant advantage of RLE is that is a short and quick process, and is easy to recover. Within a couple of days of your surgery, you can return to your normal schedule and carry on with the regular activities. However, you should avoid heavy and strenuous jobs for at least a week after your surgery. Our eye surgeons will prescribe you necessary medications and eye drops to avoid any kind of infection or inflammation post the surgery. Do not miss to attend the follow-up appointments to ensure the effective progress of your treatment and also get any adjustments, if necessary.

Are you fit for lens replacement surgery?

When it comes to eligibility for RLE, there are certain criteria to look for. Eye doctors can consider RLE for you if you:

  • Are at least or over 45 years of age and face difficulties of nearsightedness or farsightedness
  • Have generally healthy eyes without major complications
  • Do not want to use glasses or contact lenses any further
  • May or may not be ideally presbyopic

If you are willing to get a lens replacement in NYC, make sure to consult a doctor for your RLE. You might become unfit for the lens replacement surgery if you are a candidate of:

  • Any underlying eye condition
  • Having a genetic record of retina detachments, macular degeneration or glaucoma
  • Pregnant or nursing patients
  • High risks of glaucoma in diabetic patients

Book Your Appointment for lens replacement in NYC

Ready to get over the hassle of glasses or contact lenses? Contact Vision Cure Clinic today to get a sharp and clear vision. You can book your appointment via mail at info@visioncureclinic.com or by directly calling us on +1 (516) 956-1932.

FAQs

The costs of RLE usually vary across the individual eye problems of patients, as the IOL used in this surgery are custom made. However, the average cost of getting RLE in the US varies between $2,500 to $4,500 per eye. For patients with hyperopia or astigmatism, the costs are relatively higher as corrective lenses have more complexity.

Yes, you may go for RLE even if you have undergone LASIK before. RLE is done to fix the vision errors like cataracts or presbyopia, which LASIK cannot.

The longevity of lens replacement with RLE should usually last for a lifetime. This is because the intraocular lenses are designed in such a manner for permanent use.

A topical anesthetic is used in the RLE procedure for mild sedation locally in and around your eyes. It is typically a painless procedure. However, you might feel a little scratchy near your eyes post the surgery for some time.

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