<p>Every year, millions of people (usually the elderly) are affected by an eye-related medical condition called <a href="../../all-about-cataract" target="_blank"><strong>Cataract</strong></a>.</p>
<p><strong>These are buildups of protein in the lens of the eye, <a href="../../blog/signs-that-you-might-suffering-from-cataract" target="_blank">causing vision to become cloudy and blurred</a>.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Cataract treatment usually involves surgery wherein the cloudy lens is removed and replaced with an artificial lens.</strong> <br /> <br />Most of the time, a person may not even realise that they have cataracts unless it becomes serious. If you experience any unexpected changes in your vision, you may have to undergo diagnostic tests to confirm if you have cataracts.</p>
<p>If a cataract is detected in its early stages, your eye doctor or eye specialist might prescribe new eyeglasses, which may help improve your vision. However, surgery is the only option in most cases.&nbsp;</p>
<p>During a <a href="../../cataract-surgery" target="_blank"><strong>cataract operation</strong></a>, your surgeon will make a very small incision in the cornea, occasionally with the use of a laser. They will insert a little instrument into this to gently break up the cataract and suck it out. The replacement lens, which is made of plastic, silicone, or acrylic, will then be installed, and the cut will be stitched up.<br /> <br />Your eye's natural lens can be replaced artificially with an <a href="../../types-of-cataract-lenses" target="_blank"><strong>Intraocular Lens (IOL) implant</strong></a>, i.e. a cataract lens. It is a major component of cataract surgery. IOL are of several types. Selecting the ideal intraocular lens is crucial since doing so will give you the apt opportunity to enhance your vision.</p>
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<p><strong>There are two main types of lenses: Monofocal and Multifocal. </strong></p>
<p>Which one fits you best? Your eyesight examination will determine this, but first, let's explore how these two types of lenses differ from one another:</p>
<h2>Monofocal Lens</h2>
<p><strong>A monofocal IOL is the most popular kind of lens used during cataract surgery. </strong></p>
<p>It has just one focal distance. It may focus on close-up, medium-distance, or distant vision. They are typically configured for sharp distance vision in the patients.</p>
<p>These patients then put on eyeglasses for close work or reading. Since monofocal lenses have been improved over the past 50 years, they are very well made, of the highest calibre, and incredibly effective.<br /> <br /><strong>Monofocal lenses are a good option if you don't mind using glasses for some activities, including reading.</strong></p>
<p>Monofocal lenses may be more appropriate than multifocal or trifocal lenses if your employment necessitates having a great distant vision, such as being a professional driver.</p>
<h2>Multifocal Lens</h2>
<p><strong>With these types of lenses, one can focus on several distances, such as a sharp vision for both nearer and farther distinct ranges. </strong></p>
<p>Multifocal lenses divide the light that reaches the eye to give more than one focal point. <strong>You may now focus on three distances at once</strong>, perhaps improving your vision even more than it was before you ever wore glasses or contact lenses.</p>
<h3>Can I have a Monofocal lens in one eye and a Multifocal lens in the other?</h3>
<p>Yes, it is possible to have a monofocal lens in one eye and a multifocal lens in the other eye.</p>
<p>Both of the patient's eyes may obtain exceptional distant vision with the use of a monofocal and a multifocal IOL, and his multifocal eye also gains the flexibility to see.</p>
<p>The best qualities of both IOLs can be utilised by eye surgeons by combining and matching complementary multifocal, according to proponents, while minimising common visual side effects like glare, halo (light around outlines of objects), decreased sensitivity to colours and decreased visual sharpness in the intermediate and near ranges.</p>
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<h2>Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about cataract lenses (IOLs):</h2>
<h3>1. Which is the best IOL?</h3>
<p>Which lens is best for your situation can only be decided by your doctor. Doctors will examine your eyes and their compatibility with IOLs to guide you through the surgery and help you prepare for it.</p>
<p>Before you consult an eye specialist or an eye doctor for cataract operation, you must read this. <a href="../../blog/what-are-the-best-lens-options-for-cataract-surgery-in-2022" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a> to know what are the best lens options for cataract surgery.</p>
<h3>2. How do the eyes adjust to the lens working together, and how does each type of lens perform in different situations?</h3>
<p>When seeing things at various distances or focus points or in varying lighting conditions, various IOLs may exhibit varying performance. The lenses' interaction with the eyes usually results in minimal adjustment. Some of this is the result of the brain learning to use each eye's vision when necessary through a process called neuroadaptation, which happens automatically.</p>
<h3>3. Why is it recommended to use a mix of mono and multifocal IOLs?</h3>
<p>Typically, the same IOL would be used in both eyes when doing cataract surgery. However, if doctors find that one mono is best suited for one eye of the patient and multi would for another, the mix of both IOLs could be used.</p>
<h3>4. What are the major side effects that may occur with the mix of both lOLs?</h3>
<p>There are chances that different IOLs will create imbalance in your vision until your eyes adjust to the lenses. Different lenses may create varying levels halo effects around light sources, which should be taken into account when combining IOLs.</p>
<p>What type of cataract lens (IOL) should you choose for your cataract operation? <a href="../../blog/what-type-of-iol-should-i-choose-for-my-cataract-surgery" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a> to know in detail.</p>
<h3>5. What is the benefit of a multifocal lens implant?</h3>
<p>An implanted multifocal lens concentrates light from far and near ranges at the same time. The receiver becomes less reliant on glasses or contact lenses thanks to this function, which improves both near and far vision.</p>
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<h3>6.What are the side effects or risks of multifocal lens implant surgery?</h3>
<p>A multifocal lens implant might have some risk factors that will be there for a few days. You might have blurry vision, spots, flashes or floaters which can be managed by following the advice and frequent check-ups. You can visit or consult the eye doctors for any more queries.</p>
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<h3>7. Would I need to wear glasses after surgery?</h3>
<p>You will need reading glasses after surgery if you opt for Monofocal lenses in both eyes that correct distant vision. Your chances of wearing eyeglasses after the cataract operation will be reduced if you choose a Multifocal or Trifocal lens during your cataract surgery.</p>
<h3>8. What should I be aware of while considering mixing monofocal and multifocal lenses?</h3>
<p>While considering mixing monofocal and multifocal lenses, the patient must consider that there will be imbalance in vision after the cataract surgery for some days, and it can take some time to adjust.</p>
<p>Consult an eye specialist at any <a href="../../our-locations" target="_blank"><strong>Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital centre near you</strong></a> to know more about this.</p>
<p><strong>Call us at 06158-354444</strong> or <strong>visit our website <a href="../../" target="_blank">www.akhandjyoti.com</a></strong>&nbsp;for any query related to eye care services and to book an online doctor appointment.</p>
<h3>9. If I choose to have a monofocal lens implanted right away, may I subsequently have a multifocal lens inserted?</h3>
<p>No. A patient would have to decide, before cataract surgery, about which lenses they want to get implanted.</p>
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