TECNIS Multifocal lens

[cpmargo]

Is anyone out there happy with the Tecnis multifocal lenses after cataract surgery? I liked the surgeon who recommended them but now am beginning to wonder about possible results after reading a few posts. The posts were all a year or two old so I thought I'd ask about any more recent experiences. I sure don't want to end up with poor results, extra cost or medicare paid. Anyone out there with these lenses?? I would appreciate you sharing your experience with me and others! I'm scheduled for surgery in one month. Thanks, Margo

[cpmargo]

Thank you for your reply! Could you please give me some idea of how big a problem the intermediate vision is with these lenses? Does it make daily vision distracting or unpleasant? Or is it that when you view something at intermediate range, that is the only time it is bothersome? For example, If  viewing a computer screen is considered intermediate, would wearing glasses just for those times correct it when needed? As it is now, I wear glasses all day. If I couldn't read price tags in a store, that would certainly be a problem. I wouldn't want to have to keep putting glasses on and taking them off. If you could possibly elaborate a bit more, I'd appreciate it very much. Thank you for your consideration. Margo

[Ray T Oyakawa, MD]

Better low light vision than ReStor. Less pupil sized dependent.  Intermediate is the weak area.

Dr. O.