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jimjamuser 02-12-2021 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnN (Post 1900697)
PS - in younger days, I was legally blind (not blind but really poor vision) and I had radial keratotamies done on both eyes in the 1980's with good results. However, I was younger then and as my eyes aged, I needed reading glasses.

When the cataracts came along 30 years later, the docs said that RK surgery can create some inconsistency in post-cataract eyesight and that I'd likely still need glasses of some kind - which was no big deal to me. But I figured, why pay the extra $$$ if I'm still going to need glasses? My vision without glasses is 20/25, not bad and I'm pleased.

20/25 is pretty good. I would guess that most people in the Villages are not that good.

kcnj2715 02-12-2021 11:30 AM

Absolutely. I had it done in both eyes and only need reading glasses if I read for a long time.

DAVES 02-12-2021 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Mrsmac4 (Post 1901018)
Somebody is getting ripped off here. I had my cataract surgery in 2019 when we lived in Celebration - a town in Osceola county which is not a over 55. Wonderful eye surgeon practicing out of Celebration hospital. I'm quite near sighted so I opted for the corrective lenses. They were $300 each eye. Seems like the somebody is adding a couple of zeros, doubling and just plain taking advantage. I would go somewhere where they are not going to overcharge. :shocked:

I had my cataracts done and I too recall the upgrade lenses were like $300 per eye. The plain lenses truth since I did not choose that option, I have no way to compare. The surgeons do seem to push the prescription lenses. A friend had the same experience in another state. I expect it is more profitable. Her surgeon as mine did; suggested she not get the multi-focal lenses. I still need reading glasses.

My vision-truth I am thrilled I did not realize how bad it had gotten. One thing I was wrong about. We think vision issues is the lens. Apparently your retina, back of the eye also varies. To order the correct lens, they measure the back of your eye. I am thrilled.

I've heard of people who have one eye adjusted for close up and the other for distance.
Seems to me that would be a constant headache.

Jean G 02-12-2021 11:47 AM

I was able to see close fairly well before my cataract surgery. I upgraded to the Toric lens which made my near vision worse. I enjoy not needing glasses for distance but now I need it for absolutely everything close up. If I had it to do over again I would not upgrade.

Curtisbwp 02-12-2021 11:48 AM

Absolutly worth it. My wife did it and now she is 20/20

Just jimmy 02-12-2021 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by msilagy (Post 1900819)
3 years ago I got the upgraded toric lens - $750 each eye! My Illinois opthalmologist laughs at how the people in the Villages are being gouged. Only one company, Alcon, makes these so they can't use the excuse of a different company being higher. They've got a captive audience so they take advantage. Either pay it as many of my friends do - I've seen the charge anywhere from $3000 - 3800 per eye. It really is a scam and profitable for the eye Dr. New car, boat, house, anyone? LOL. Oh and there are 3 lens, the one medicare pays for that's standard but you need reading glasses, toric lens where you do not need readers and the 3rd one slips my mind. On top of all of this - try and be sure you get a competent specialist. Too many of my friends here have had issues after cataract surgery.

I worked for an ophthalmologist in New Jersey for ten years. The price of the lenses was the same there as when I worked for for Ocala eye.

tibbetts 02-12-2021 12:08 PM

no
 
Ocala Eye did my partners with the up grade, could not see out of it for over 4 days got the other one done the same way and the same results. Does not still have good eyesight and has to use glasses. I got mine down the normal a long time ago, did not need glasses and still pass the drivers eye test with no problems 30 years later.

benj 02-12-2021 01:11 PM

Drs name and hospital used please.

NoMoSno 02-12-2021 01:23 PM

I am happy with mine.
The latest PanOptix lens used.
Ocala Eye, Dr. Jodie Armstrong

Gramadawn 02-12-2021 02:37 PM

My husband loves his that he got in Pa over 25 years ago. I had the multifocal upgraded ones put in by Mid Florida eye and still have to wear trifocals!! A total waste of money for me..Seems I should never had them because of another eye problem but the doctor there told me YOU WILL LOVE THEM!! HA

jklfairwin 02-12-2021 03:02 PM

I paid the $3000 per eye. I think it is the best investment I ever made. I spend a lot of time boating and sailing looking down at charts then up at distant buoys and markers with no problem. I was very happy to donate all my reading glasses of different strengths to the Lions Club eye program.

asiebel 02-12-2021 03:40 PM

I purchased the more expensive lenses and am so happy I did. No more glasses or readers. The doctor will tell you will have the halos at night, but it gets better and I don't notice it now. I had Dr. Ireland at St Lukes at Sumter Landing across from Barnes and Noble.

stebooo 02-12-2021 05:30 PM

It depends on what you want to see without glasses. We chose far distance and d where cheaters. No big deal.

jmpate 02-12-2021 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by DimondAngels (Post 1900579)
Is it worth getting the upgraded lens at $3300 each eye or to just have the standard lens put in which your insurance company will cover the cost???

It all depends on whether you want to wear glasses after surgery, which you will need to do so with standard lenses. The advance technology lenses that aren't covered by insurance allow one to see clearly w/o glasses. But $3300 per eye is exorbitant; each len's should not cost more than $500/eye. The cost had come down significantly in the last 10 years. I paid $2000/eye in 2012 & friend paid $500/eye in 2015.

Janet1946 02-12-2021 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by billethkid (Post 1900650)
I did the standard lens and had them set up "mono"....one lens far and the other near.

Going on 20 years at age 84 still no glasses needed for anything.

In my opinion, not as difficult to get used to, as many think....
however it is not for everybody.


I used mono vision with contact lenses for at least 15 years and loved it: one eye to see; one to drive. I wish I thought to do that when I had cataract surgery. Just hate those readers!

grooms 02-12-2021 07:15 PM

Glasses or no glasses
 
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Originally Posted by DimondAngels (Post 1900579)
Is it worth getting the upgraded lens at $3300 each eye or to just have the standard lens put in which your insurance company will cover the cost???

I didn't get the upgrade. At the time I thought it's no problem wearing glasses to read. However, I've regretted it ever since. It's a real pain having to constantly look for my glasses every time I have to read something. If you have the money, it's well worth it to not ever have to wear glasses again. Good luck.

Topspinmo 02-12-2021 07:21 PM

I got the standard, but I would of paid for the best money can buy. But, I have weak facial nerve with eye drop and eye lubrication problem. The doctor would not do it due to the weak facial nerve which affect whole left side of my face. Was satisfied with standards and only wear glasses for reading fine print. Anything 4 foot way or further I don’t need glasses. Guess it depends on what doctor says and it it’s worth it to you not having to wear glasses? Mine done t at Luke’s in villages

BetsyLucsay 02-13-2021 12:42 AM

My significant other just did the expensive cataract surgery at $3100 each. He is doing the other eye in 2 weeks. it is fantastic !! He does not have to use reading glasses anymore. Absolutely worth every penny. Write me and I can give you his name & number if you want. He is 72.

Pricey 02-13-2021 10:05 AM

Monovision
 
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Originally Posted by billethkid (Post 1900650)
I did the standard lens and had them set up "mono"....one lens far and the other near.

Going on 20 years at age 84 still no glasses needed for anything.

In my opinion, not as difficult to get used to, as many think....
however it is not for everybody.

This is just what I'm looking for. I've used one contact lens in one eye only, for mono vision, for years and I'd like to make it a more permanent arrangement through eye surgery. Can you share your eye doctor and surgeon/facility information?
Thank you!

Pricey 02-13-2021 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by msilagy (Post 1900819)
3 years ago I got the upgraded toric lens - $750 each eye! My Illinois opthalmologist laughs at how the people in the Villages are being gouged. Only one company, Alcon, makes these so they can't use the excuse of a different company being higher. They've got a captive audience so they take advantage. Either pay it as many of my friends do - I've seen the charge anywhere from $3000 - 3800 per eye. It really is a scam and profitable for the eye Dr. New car, boat, house, anyone? LOL. Oh and there are 3 lens, the one medicare pays for that's standard but you need reading glasses, toric lens where you do not need readers and the 3rd one slips my mind. On top of all of this - try and be sure you get a competent specialist. Too many of my friends here have had issues after cataract surgery.

My dad, who lives in The Villages, had cataract surgery, and when some cloudiness returned, his ophthalmologist told us that 35% to 40% of cataract surgery requires a follow-up, but then there are zero problems after that. I guess dad was part of the 35-40%. He had the follow-up procedure and he's back to being WOWed by his improved vision. He only needs mild reading glasses. Dad is 91 years old, and had the surgery/follow-up about six months ago.

NoMoSno 02-13-2021 10:55 AM

Bottom line...
Everyone has different situations with their eye health.
Consult the professionals to get the pros and cons of your issues.
There is no guarantee you will not need glasses occasionally with the multi-focal lens.
Improvements have been made with the newer lens tho.
I have a multi-focal in one eye, mono in the other, as I am 3/4 blind in that eye.
The only time I would benefit from cheaters is very small print in very low light conditions.

bilcon 02-13-2021 11:14 AM

Go for the good lenses
 
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Originally Posted by manaboutown (Post 1900637)
From a friend who had it done:

"Here's some info that you might find useful when you consider your cataract options.

As you undoubtedly know, Medicare will take care of the costs for a "vanilla version" of intraocular lens implants and the associated doctor's costs. As you mention below, this is only for a mono-focal lens and you have to choose the distance you want to be permanently set to. Of course, that probably isn't a big thing if you've already got really bad vision, anyway, and are used to wearing glasses so choosing one distance may be fine. I've been using reading glasses for a few years so didn't really care about continuing to use them and thought I'd get "infinity" to see all the pretty things nature offers and just wear glasses for books and the computer screen.

However, I started asking questions as to what was really available both here and around the world (knowing that the FDA is usually way behind in approving things that the rest of the world has used for a while). There are two additional lens categories – "accommodating" and "multi-focal". The "multi-focal" has two or more fixed foci on a flat plane that it can be set to depending on what you want. (See below about “ranges 1-5”). The "accommodating" lens is actually a "bendable" lens that can be distorted inside the lens capsule by using both the normal eye muscles and the attaching fibers called zonules so it's more of a progressive lens. You can search for these two types and get some great info online. I found them by searching for "multi-focal vs. accommodating lenses" to see some comparisons.

My surgeon explained that they (sort of unofficially) classify the sight regime as lengths 1 through 5. One is being able to read a book really well, 2 is computer screen distance, 3 is for most run of the mill things around the house (kitchen counter, cleaning the floor, looking in the mirror or inside cabinets, etc.), 4 is good distance outside (i.e.: normal





















































































infinity like driving) and 5 is being able to see the stars and moon clearly at night.

I was leaning toward the "accommodating" type because it seemed more natural in its implementation from the descriptions. However, when I asked them about it, they said that they used to do them but have gravitated toward recommending the "multi-focal" lenses because of better performance and fewer complications (which have to do with a rare potentiality for the lens, once implanted, to “fold backward” and make the vision very distorted). It’s actually a situation that is more easily portrayed visually as to what happens and is hard to describe in words so I’d have to draw you a picture or show a sample of how the “accommodating” lens can be “folded” into a compromising position.

BTW, when we made our first appointment with this Hilo surgeon, Dr. Daniel Driscoll, we figured it would be a perfunctory, courtesy visit because our GP recommended him and because the reputation of specialists here in paradise leaves a lot to be desired according to everyone. However, after seeing his facilities and reading about his history and capabilities that would make the Mayo Clinic proud, we said yes. He attended the Bascom Eye Institute in Florida, one of the best eye clinics/educational institutions in the US, right up there with the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA. He had all the latest equipment and procedures.

So, I did some further research and heard about a new lens that had multi-focal capabilities AND could take care of astigmatisms as well in one lens. Apparently, it was only approved by the FDA 2 years ago to include the astigmatic correction. I was leery about the short track record and wasn't sure about the infant mortality possibilities so I was stalling. Then, I met a new neighbor here in Mauna Lani two weeks before the surgery who was one of the first guinea pigs for this new combo lens 2 years ago and he raved about it. Case closed.

The lens is called the TECNIS "Symfony" Lens from Abbot Labs. You can search for it on-line using those words - lots of information on its construction and efficacy. It’s made in Germany and is termed the "Extended Depth of Focus" lens that allows for both MULTI-focal settings AND astigmatic correction all in one lens (no more need for glasses). My ophthalmic surgeon and his optometrist both acknowledged that it existed but I don’t know if they would have recommended it unless I had asked because no one ever asks for these things. Most just assume that mono-focal is all there is because it's the cheapest, been around forever and insurance covers most if not all of the cost.

The "Extended Depth of Focus" lens can handle roughly 3 of the 5 ranges described above. You have to pick the set that fits your lifestyle. I still picked 3 to 5 (basically infinity) as my favored range because we are more outdoors people than indoors and we wanted to see all the vibrant colors and scenes in mother nature and all the road signs when driving on a trip. I figured if I was lucky, I'd see some of the computer screen if I sat far enough away. Well, after using them for 3-4 weeks now, I can certainly see infinity but I can also use the computer with no glasses AND I can see most printed matter to read, too. The fine print is a bit difficult but plain old Costco readers are just fine for that but, if I really squint, I don’t even need them from time to time. Haven't needed my prescription glasses (that had the astigmatic correction in them) at all and will now donate them to the Lions Club, used glasses program.

OK, for every set of good news, there's always the "yeah, but……..". These Symfony lenses cost an additional $2,500 per eye (depending on the surgeon but they all seem to be about the same). Even my friend paid that 2 years ago so the price hasn't gone up yet but inflation could kick in someday. Maybe it'll go down eventually but I couldn’t wait that long. Being 68 now, I figured that, with an additional 40 years of life expectancy left ������ ������, the amortized cost would be minimal.

There are two recognized surgical techniques for cataract surgery – the blade and a laser. I looked for the benefits and the pitfalls of both before deciding on whether to have surgery here or elsewhere depending on the technique used. Turns out, after reading some detailed, medical journals, that there really is no great consensus that one is better than the other. There are a couple of small things that may favor one over the other depending on what the surgeon recommends after your exam but the preponderance of evidence seemed to say that either one is just fine. It's up to the preference of the surgeon and his expertise. Driscoll uses the blade for now but is getting the laser early in 2019 so he can do both. The blade has been fine for me and I’ve not noticed any complications AT ALL. He thought that both procedures were just fine.

I did a lot of research on how the cornea actually heals and it was really educational. The eye is amazing at healing itself – and quickly. One of the best websites I found for real detailed references was a professional one at Review of Optometry – The Magazine Read Most by Optometrists. Lots of information there at very detailed, medical levels with all the jargon so you have to have Medical Terms and Abbreviations: Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary up on another screen while you're reading the articles.

And, you can be awake for the whole procedure with lots of really strong numbing and dilating agents all over your eye so that you don’t feel anything; however, that’s your choice as to how to proceed. I was talking to the doc during the whole procedure while watching the shadows of the implements go in and out of the eyeball. It only took about 15-20 minutes. An anesthesiologist has an IV ready with instant sedatives to be used if the BP or nerves kick up but I didn't need anything so I just got up and walked out of the OR and had a cup of coffee within minutes - and I could see the cream floating in the cup with both eyes!. The really strong dilation medicine lasts for about 30-36 hours so the first night and following morning are weird but not bad at all.

There is one slightly negative thing about the Symfony lens. The construction of this circular lens (which is about 6mm in diam) is such that there are multiple, progressively wider diameter, embedded annuli (separated by microns) that allow for various distances of vision by having these microscopic, annular rings transmit numerous, different foci to the retina. Because these molded annuli have relatively "hard" edges from one diameter out to the next, there is an abrupt "edge transition" that also gets transmitted to the retina from these ever-wider-diameter, sequential annuli. Because of this, there will be microscopic, concentric "halos" that appear around bright lights but you can only detect anything at night or with a really dark background in a dark room while looking directly at a dim light (like a night light). I was warned about this effect but didn't find any images on-line as to what it actually looked like.

After my sight calmed down a day or so after surgery, I didn't notice these halos and thought the glare from bright lights at night was just that: glare which I'd been seeing for decades anyway when looking right at a bright light. BTW, this is only at night or in a dark room, not when there is any ambient backlight visible such as daylight or lamps. Even in a well-lit room at night, they aren't visible. So, I purposely tried to find some halos by squinting and concentrating on trying to find them. I finally recognized very slight, concentric rings around a bright light when the night sky is really dark. They seem more pronounced with orange-ish light like certain street lamps rather than white light. But, when I don't look directly at any bright light (and why would I normally, anyway?), it just looks like a bit of undefined glare that seems to be what I've normally seen all my life when looking at a bright light (OK, maybe 10-15% worse). People told me that it would affect my night driving because of the "halo effect". If I don’t look directly at oncoming headlights, it's business as usual and I haven't noticed any detriment at all. Just don't stare at the headlights!! (Why would I, anyway?). Driving at night has been no problem at all. Even if I look at the headlights, it's more of a glare problem, anyway, and not a halo effect which gets overpowered by the high intensity glare, especially from these new LED headlights.

It's all in how much negative aspect the owner of the lens wants to make out of it. Some people complain and moan about the halo effect and want to make it their center of focus by concentrating on it while others just ignore it and look at it as a byproduct of restored vision. Nothing is perfect and for every positive, there's usually some form of negative tradeoff. Personally, I'd do it again without hesitation if I had to. Can't believe the colors that pop out now. Didn't realize how bad things had gotten over the past 3 years or so."

Way too much info. Go for the good lenses. I wore glasses for 45 years. I now see 20-30 and has not had to wear any glasses since the operation 4 yrs ago. Love it.

Marlene36 02-13-2021 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by taylor111947 (Post 1900804)
I won’t bore you with my sad story, but I would highly suggest making sure you go to a specialist and getting a second opinion on which lens you are better suited for.
Bottom line for me - after paying a couple of thousand dollars to get the multi focal lens it did not correct my vision. After consulting a specialist, who had actually helped develop the lens that was inserted, he told me I was not a good candidate for that type of lens. Also, my (new) current doctor has told me that once a lens has been inserted it cannot be replaced so a ‘do over’ is not possible.

Did you have your eye surgery here in TV? What Dr./Office?

MiNana 02-13-2021 06:24 PM

I've had the standard lens put it both eyes and I haven't had any issues.

Kidsmith77 02-14-2021 12:51 AM

I have the Alcon Toric lenses with multi focal for my astigmatism. Surgery was 4 years ago in California and was $4k per eye which included all follow ups and medications at time of surgery including the final touch up. I am very happy with the results. I do have some halos at night driving now but wear glasses to cut down glare when driving. I love seeing street signs, freeway signs and the lane divider buttons which I couldn't before surgery.

2bordens 05-05-2021 07:24 AM

good morning - i need the surgery and go to Ocala Eye. What doctor would you recommend? thanks

Otis64 05-08-2021 11:43 AM

Not Drs. Pollack or Jank.
 
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Originally Posted by 2bordens (Post 1939856)
good morning - i need the surgery and go to Ocala Eye. What doctor would you recommend? thanks

I've been seeing both
Drs Pollack & Jank (retinal specialists) for 2+ years for dry eyes. I noticed about 5 months ago that I was losing both distance & near vision in 1 eye & I was given 3 different prescriptions for glasses that could not bring my vision in that eye up to being able to read those big green overhead street signs!
I was "ping-ponged " between Drs J & P for 5 appointments (plus getting those 3 prescriptions) with no success...so I asked about cataracts & was told by Dr J that I had slow-growing cataracts that didn't need surgery. He finally suggested a 2nd opinion. Husband took me to Bascom Palmer Eye Institute & yes, the cataract in right eye was fine; HOWEVER, in the eye where my ability to see was worsening every visit, I have a FAST-GROWING cataract that's now scheduled for surgery in 2 weeks!!! WHY did Drs J or P NOT check cataract in troubled eye? Thank God I got to the right place & very good Ophthalmologist!
Good luck at Ocala Eye!

designer14 06-03-2021 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by BetsyLucsay (Post 1901345)
My significant other just did the expensive cataract surgery at $3100 each. He is doing the other eye in 2 weeks. it is fantastic !! He does not have to use reading glasses anymore. Absolutely worth every penny. Write me and I can give you his name & number if you want. He is 72.

please name of dr. and eye care place...

manaboutown 06-03-2021 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Kidsmith77 (Post 1901810)
I have the Alcon Toric lenses with multi focal for my astigmatism. Surgery was 4 years ago in California and was $4k per eye which included all follow ups and medications at time of surgery including the final touch up. I am very happy with the results. I do have some halos at night driving now but wear glasses to cut down glare when driving. I love seeing street signs, freeway signs and the lane divider buttons which I couldn't before surgery.

That lens is an excellent choice! The wife of the fellow I previously quoted has this lens implanted as she not only has a retinal astigmatism, she had had Lasik surgery years ago which created other issues for her surgery.

Polar Bear 06-03-2021 02:54 PM

My choice was good (not perfect) vision with the expensive multi focal lenses or better, near-perfect vision with the basic lenses and glasses.

It was a no-brainer for me. And not because of the money. Best vision possible is always my goal. I wear glasses and am very happy with my perfect vision. (Yes…no need for the ‘near’ :) .) And I see perfectly up close without the glasses.

BCCAR334 06-03-2021 03:25 PM

I apologize for naivety, but what is meant by upgraded (higher price) vs regular lenses allowed by insurance? What are the names of the upgraded vs regular lenses? Which physician do you recommend "outside" The Villages as I have had bad-luck with physicians in The Villages. In my opinion, The Villages physicians are no different than any other tradesman working for people within The Villages. They seem to be ripping us off thinking all Villagers are wealthy. Thanks Jose

villagetinker 06-03-2021 07:21 PM

I went the other way, standard lens (low cost), the reason, I have both astigmatism and I need a prism. I was advised that I would probably still need glasses even with the very expensive lens. On a side note I have been wearing glasses since age 10.
Results: Went to St. Lukes, Dr. Ireland and the results are FANTASTIC, colors especially blues are much brighter, I have 20/20 in both eyes for distance (but see 2 images without glasses). I had glasses made and am very happy with the results, I highly recommend St. Lukes .
Bottom-line talk to your optometrist as well as the surgeon so you get the best possible results.

dadspet 06-04-2021 10:56 AM

Consider Mono Vision - works great for me
 
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Originally Posted by billethkid (Post 1900650)
I did the standard lens and had them set up "mono"....one lens far and the other near.

Going on 20 years at age 84 still no glasses needed for anything.

In my opinion, not as difficult to get used to, as many think....
however it is not for everybody.

I had mono vision surgery done. One eye close and one eye far by St Luke and I'm completely satisfied. No extra cost and I don't have to wear close up glasses to read. Your eye sight might not be perfect for far or close but in my case its pretty good and a lot better than having to put on a pair of near glasses to read. I did wear mono vision contact lenses prior to my surgery so I was used to mono vision but St Luke still required trying on mono lenses prior to the surgery to determine if I was a good candidate for them. I would talk to your Dr about mono vision but they might push the way more expensive lenses since I would gather they make a few more $$ and mono vision isn't of everyone (but I'm not sure the more expensive lens are perfect either - I have no experience with them to really give an opinion)

manaboutown 06-11-2021 11:58 AM

Has anyone chosen the Alcon AcrySof.IQ Vivity lens?

It is fairly new to the market.

If you did, how do you like it?

Thanks!

Topspinmo 06-11-2021 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by DimondAngels (Post 1900579)
Is it worth getting the upgraded lens at $3300 each eye or to just have the standard lens put in which your insurance company will cover the cost???

First need evaluation see if you can get them? In my case no, had to settle with basics. I doubt insurance will cover upgrade? I think the consider that cosmetic surgery?


Depends if you want wear Reading glasses to see up close or fine print? I can see crystal clear beyond 5 foot. And closer and starts getting fussy. Post op you have have floater’s to deal with. Usually takes them about 5 to 10 minutes to zap them.

Nucky 06-11-2021 01:49 PM

I used Lake Eye. The Doctor and his staff were excellent. The scheduling department was a joke.

I was told Bargain Basement, then up one, two, or three notches at $1000 per notch. Speaking with the people in the waiting room helped me decide on Bargain Basement. Those were the only people who weren't having any trouble. I was told I may need cheaters for reading. It went great. After about a year I got something called floaters? Little spots that come and go. They hardly bother me anymore.

I'm very grateful for the skill my Doctor has because I don't like anything around my eyes.

manaboutown 06-11-2021 02:44 PM

Thank you all for your reports. I am getting my pre-op three hour exam next Tuesday. My ophthalmologist handed me a handful of pamphlets and told me she uses them all. Apparently various eye conditions such as retinal astigmatism suggest or eliminate specific lenses. The lens I mentioned in my last post is the one she thinks might be my best choice. But the comprehensive pre-op exam will give her much more data.

NoMoSno 06-11-2021 03:42 PM

Had Pan-Optix lenses put in by Ocala Eye.
Now have 20/20 vision near and far.
No floaters.
No more glasses.


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