Are you pleased with toric lenses to correct minor astigmatism replacing cataract damaged lenses during cataract surgery?

Answer 1

Assuming that:

1) There is no other ocular pathology that could limit vision other than a cataract and astigmatism;

2) The astigmatism is "regular" (shaped like a bow-tie when viewed using corneal topography)

3) The astigmatism is mild to moderate (between 0.75 - 3 diopters)

then it is a fantastic option. With a toric IOL, distance vision after cataract surgery is usually very clear even without glasses. However, a toric IOL will not give anyone both near and distance vision without glasses. For that, a multifocal or pseudo-accommodating IOL is needed.

Hope this helped.

Sincerely,

David Richardson, M.D.
Medical Director
San Gabriel Valley Eye Associates, Inc.

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