You squint at a restaurant menu, push it a little farther away, and blame the lighting. A week later your phone text looks a bit soft too. You rub your eyes, blink hard, and move on.

Choosing a lens implant can feel like a lot to take in when you are already preparing for cataract surgery. The good news is that you do not have to make the decision alone. Understanding the main options can help you have a more useful conversation with your eye doctor about how you want to see after surgery.

What is an intraocular lens?

During cataract surgery, the cloudy natural lens is removed and replaced with a clear artificial lens called an intraocular lens, or IOL. That replacement lens helps focus light in your eye. Different IOLs are designed for different vision needs, and even an advanced lens may not eliminate the need for glasses.

It can be hard to know when an eye problem should be treated right away. To help, we’ve outlined some of the eye symptoms and conditions that warrant a call to your ophthalmologist.

If you are experiencing any of the following problems with your eyes, please call your Ophthalmologist. If you need us, we are here for emergencies, Monday - Friday from 8am - 4:30pm. Call us at (585) 232-2560 ext.0.