Multifocal lenses

In people over the age of 40, it is more the rule than the exception: presbyopia (Presbyopia). For reading newspapers and books, or even using a PC, tablet, and smartphone, they need reading glasses, otherwise, the text simply cannot be seen sharply anymore. Then, if there is already existing short- or farsightedness as well, they would have to constantly juggle different glasses or wear bifocals. However, modern eye surgery offers a comfortable and safe alternative: the replacement of the natural lens with a special artificial lens, a so-called multifocal lens, which allows these people to live without glasses.

These are trifocal or bifocal lenses with multiple focal points – allowing sharp vision clear vision at different distances. The method is based on the common procedure used in refractive lens replacement, as also applied to patients with cataracts applications.

How does the multifocal lens work?

Unlike natural human eye lenses or conventional artificial lenses, the multifocal lens has multiple focal points. So-called trifocal lenses have three focal points, enabling clear vision at all distances.

Who are multifocal lenses suitable for?

They are suitable for people with presbyopia, but also for farsighted and nearsighted people. Moreover, an existing condition can be addressed with a multifocal lens. Astigmatism address.

Before the operation

For the outpatient procedure, the surgeon only needs to plan a quarter of an hour. It is performed under local anesthesia (eye drops) and is painless.

Procedure of the operation

A minimal incision in the cornea provides access to the interior of the eye. The surgeon removes the lens nucleus through the anterior lens capsule. The artificial lens is inserted into the remaining natural lens capsule. No scar remains after the corneal incision.