Should I have a multifocal intraocular lens implant for my cataract surgery?

[@bderryberry4987]

Im now 72, five years ago I had cataracts removed and had the intraocular
multi focal Tecnis Symfony lens procedure on both eyes. My
close and distance vision is now fantastic! I do not need any other
vision correction (contacts or eye glasses) and have been so impressed
with the results. If your eyes are otherwise healthy aside from the
cataracts, I heartily recommend inter-ocular implants!

[@enchantedteacup7136]

Just had both eyes done and I love it. I have the New lenses. I don’t need readers. They cost $ 1500.00 per lens. Insurance will not cover the lens. Paid close to that amount for the surgeon and let’s not forget the hospital bills and the bills either. I would do it all over again

[@diggerrob6356]

I had multifocal implants in both eyes a bit over a month ago and am not happy with them. After my post op tests my left eye is rated as mediocre. I still have to get glasses to have decent vision. The glare from busy nightime traffic is almost unbearable at this early stage. Things may improve but then they may not too. I still will have to wear glasses for some things so I’m wishing I'd got single focus implants now as I’d at least have good distance vision. On the other hand having worn glasses since I was 7, I am enjoying being able to chose whether I wear them or not.
I am in Australia.

[@AS-tt8ui]

I have monofocal lens and couldn't be happier. My distance vision and contrast is super sharp. You may see 20/20 with a multifocal lens but it will be sharper with a monofocal. ( Remember monofocal lens allow 100% light transmission to the retina). I only need reading glasses for sharp focus less than a foot away but cell phone no problem and reading most labels. Why give up seeing good in dim light and who wants night driving with halos. People expect too much from multifocal lens. The technology is not there yet. Maybe some day.

[@zentex8877]

Thank you for your comment. I have been considering multi focal lenses for my upcoming surgery but am worried about decreased contrast and less sharpness. I think I will go with the monofocal. I have been wearing progresssive glasses for many years and can always continue with them for near vision. Still, I would be able to be glasses free for hiking, driving, etc.

[@davidandrews8007]

Your brain get use to halos and they do not bother me.

[@davidandrews8007]

@@zentex8877 You are making a mistake go multifocal and get rid of glasses.

[@sakenu16]

@@zentex8877 so did you get monofocal or multifocal? Think from what I read mostly see more people happy with Monofocal than multifocal. Night driving is big specially if you live in areas where it gets dark by 4-5pm.

[@jenjen836]

I got multifocal lenses 1 month ago. I still need reading glasses fro computer work and reading. I don't have crisp vision and have night glare. I'm wondering if I should of got the traditional lenses and had better all round visio

[@Geotubest]

Thanks Jaheed. Nice presentation.

[@cherylbrowning3303]

I have those lens and they are awesome I love mine and an very glad I got them although pricy they are worth the price I do wish they were more affordable for more people as they are truly life changing I don’t need to worry about how dark it’s getting I can stay after dark and still see to drive thank God in Jesus name Amen

[@sathidevi6657]

I had iol for both eyes.All my friends got rid of specs after surgery.I had monofocal lens implant.Dr says mofocal is better.

[@arshikhur6773]

not sure if I wanted monofocal IOL but the ophthalmologist recommended, without giving me a reason. I am going back again tommorrow. I wish there are more better multifocal IOL available in the market. We need more innovation.

[@vasionok]

how did it go?

[@ingenuity168]

Thanks for the great info. 🙏🏻❤

[@AmanpreetSingh-yp8bf]

After my cataract surgery my vision did improve but after 12 weeks it was blurry again and something was missing. I met the ayurvedic Doctor, Dr. Vikram Chauhan and he said that there was formation of water in the centre of the eyes and he gave me Bilberry Capsules, Amla Saar and Amalaki Rasayan Capsules to apply. which are too effective for the natural treatment of cataract. I tried it for three months and my eyes have improved dramatically.

[@alanzemsky7695]

Can you connect on monovision lens with one eye set for distance and one eye for set for up close?

[@VavalleAmericanLife]

Thanks for sharing nice presentation

[@urbanimage]

It's misleading in this video, where it claims multi-focal intraocular lens can't be changed. You would,of course, need further surgery to remove the lens and implant a mono-focal design.

[@musicastro9743]

Thank you so much for letting know cause I want to remove my implant lenses & replace multi focus lenses cause I can’t see near one before the cataract surgery I used to see mobile & read 🙏🙏🙏

[@crosisofborg5524]

This video is six years old. Maybe they couldn’t do a second surgery six years ago

[@karolinesmail489]

I have mono focal lenses in both eyes my distance vision is great. Close in still needed reading glasses but ever since 7 yrs ago my eyes are very itchy n dry I need drops constantly?? Idk why that is???

[@mehardin]

I haven't watched that video, but yes, you should.

[@kimsiewers]

I chose a mono-focal lens implanted in both of my eyes. I wanted the best possible 1. distance vision 2. night driving vision.
It is odd carrying reading glasses around with me; I bought several and they are 1. in my car 2. next to bed 3. in my office
At a restaurant I didn't have them and I could not read the credit card slip at all but I learned my lesson.
Someday they may be able to duplicate a human lens which can change shape (accommodate) and focus for close vision.

[@farrypro]

Hi Is your long distance good without glasses ? You only need glasses for close distance right, Is medium distance good too ?

[@farrypro]

Hi Is your long distance good without glasses ? You only need glasses for close distance right, Is medium distance good too ?

[@farhatbhiwandiwala]

So dyr friend what do you suggest ? Which is the best ? monophocal or multiphocal ? Please give your opinion ?

[@mkh9164]

Dr Khan, thanks for sharing the video. If my vision is -425 for distant and +250 for near reading. If I implant a monovision len corrected for 20/20 for distant totally. Is that mean I still have the same prescription +250 for near reading ?. Thanks

[@JaheedkhanUk]

Thanks for your comment MKH - on the whole your near add will be fairly similar to what it is pre-operatively. I don't know your age so difficult to be precise. Good luck with your surgery!

[@mkh9164]

@@JaheedkhanUk thank you very much for you respond Dr Khan.

[@PWS777]

I have worn very successfully multi focal contacts for many years. Now I need cataract surgery and hope to choose the multi focal lens. I hope I’m a good fit for this lens.

[@TajinderSingh-ck3uj]

Paul Stebelton can u plz giv suggestion about multi or monofocal lenz ...which is best

[@PWS777]

Tajinder Singh . I have no experience with monofical, but only have worn multi-focal.

[@TajinderSingh-ck3uj]

Paul Stebelton thnk u sir
Did u feel any disadvantages of multifocal...like...glare ...halo..or difficult night driving...thnks fr reply

[@PWS777]

Tajinder Singh No difficulties at all. If it were not for developing cataracts I would keep the multi contacts.

[@noumankhalidjanjua4810]

Now im using both distance and reading glasses and left eye is not good even with glasses for both vision

[@claytonchar9232]

Just had both eyes done a month apart. Both eyes are now 20 20 distant vision and correction of astigmatism.
For near vision I will need to wear reading glasses which I have yet to purchase.
In addition to both eyes seeing 20 20, everything is brighter and clearer. Didn't realize how much the cataracts were dulling my vision.
Would have had the surgery done a few years ago but the COVID pandemic got in the way.

[@loreloren836]

Hello, I have a question, which lenses did you get Monofocal or Multifocal?

[@claytonchar9232]

@@loreloren836 Monofocal because of the astigmatism. Multifocal was not an option for me.

[@padoeskop5613]

Does it mean whoever already implanted multifocal lenses and wish to change to monofocals then it can't be done..it is so..

[@alanzemsky7695]

I meant can you “comment”.

[@meher9608]

What's the difference between multi focal and tri focal lenses.?

[@JaheedkhanUk]

Hi Meher, a trifocal is a type of multifocal lens. Its main aim is to provide 3 focal points at near, intermediate and distance. More traditional multifocal lenses struggled to focus for near or very near so technology has moved on to provide this greater range of focus. Hope this helps and thanks for watching. Jaheed

[@meher9608]

@@JaheedkhanUk
Thank you Dr Khan.

[@robertlongkumer8870]

Which one is best overall. Multifocal lense or monofocal ?

[@yashdoshi3618]

@@robertlongkumer8870 what is diabetic maculopathy?

[@jitendrasanghvi7176]

Supraphob regen multifocal lens is imported or indian pls rply sir

[@sarahm9723]

Why can't it ever be replaced with a standard one?

[@JaheedkhanUk]

Hi Sarah, that is an error. It can be replaced with a monofocal. Jaheed

[@sarahm9723]

@@JaheedkhanUk Thank you for responding.

[@corniss]

Almost 3 weeks postop and still have double vision close and intermediate. I think someone screwed up.

[@RaiNBoOoOoWw]

It is been 2 months, how are your vision now?

[@corniss]

@@RaiNBoOoOoWw better but intermediate and close will never be perfect i guess. Still have lots of floaters.

[@omniexistus]

@@corniss I've had it done and no floaters...that's a pretty crappy job of it since they're supposed to vacuum all the little bits left over.

[@ratendrasinghjayara8974]

Sir please tell me that does this kind of IOL exist which has near + intermediate vision and patient has to wear glasses for distance vision?

[@bilalkhizer8489]

Can catract not be removed without damagening the natural lense .

[@bingluntong1506]

No of course

[@aklankrisz]

Later, they can develop something that can heal the lens and regain its transparency. The bio-friendly properties of artificial lenses were also accidentally discovered. During World War II, it was noticed that a piece of plexiglass drilled in the soldiers' eyes did not cause inflammation. This opened up the possibility of developing an artificial lens that could be built into the human eye. Currently, however, there is unfortunately no choice but to remove the lens and replace it with an artificial lens.

[@aklankrisz]

@@bingluntong1506 There is currently no other solution, rather this is the correct answer.

[@sathidevi6657]

In olden days,only cataract was removed,retaining the original lens.I have seen the removed cateract of my grandmother.

[@touseefkhan2278]

Sir aapne kis Age Main cataract surgery kar wayi thi

[@ilovediys2401]

Do you also see sparkle or twinkle in eye under certain light conditions? Its so weird and annoying

[@JaheedkhanUk]

Yes you can but in most cases this becomes less noticeable with time. Jaheed

[@danmcadams5639]

NEVER get multi focal lenses. It should be illegal to up sell them. If you get them, forget night time driving. The extra expense is a waste of money.

[@meetoo2395]

I have cataract in my both eyes doctor told me to get the surgery done and they suggested me to go with multifocal which is costing 70k Indian rupee which i can't afford then I visited another eye clinic this week I explained them about my financial condition they are ready to do the surgery in 15k INR but the lense is Indian so please suggest me is Indian lens good or not

[@msinc9737]

My friend got the Indian lenses installed, he says now that everywhere he goes it looks like everbody is wearing a turban

[@omniexistus]

@@msinc9737 lol

[@AMARGEET]

@@msinc9737 maybe he is in Punjab 😀

[@sathidevi6657]

I implanted 20000 RS worth imported lens

[@drewc4054]

@@msinc9737 😂😂