Dear GloriaNevada,
Sometimes, the vision is not as expected with implants. If he can correct the acuity with a refraction, then LASIK will help. Why not wear a glass or contact lens to assist you now if you are having difficulty?
Dr. Feldman
Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., M.S.
ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center
San Diego, California
Based on the information you posted, it sound like your ReStor has made you mildly nearsighted. From what I've read, LASIK can usually be done to correct this about 3 months after surgery. As londonbridge stated, you may need to wear glasses or contacts to correct your distance vision temporarily. You could get a second opinion about this if you want.
As Dr. Hagan said please check the archives from the expert and member forums on Restor. It is good that you have okay vision at close and middle distance since Restor is not known for its mid distance, better at close and far. Lasik may help with distance. Most multifocal users do in fact require glasses for some tasks contrary to what manufacturer's of these lenses lead you to believe.
I wound up having my Restor explanted, but that was because of it being the wrong strength and also many problems.
Try to be patient while your cornea heals and you can ascertain just what your results will be. You may need to wear glasses or contacts temporarily in order to have reasonable and functional vision, which is after all what you are after.
londonbridge
The problems with the ReStor IOL have been discussed at length. use the search feature and archives to read about them. At times they never clear up
CJH MD