EyeWorld Asia-Pacific June 2018 issue

June 2018 EWAP FEATURE 23 leased and are currently the most commonly used ReSTOR IOLs. The Array refractive multifocal IOL [Johnson & Johnson Vision] was introduced back in 1997, followed by the ReZoom in 2005, and the Tecnis multifocal +4. In 2015, the low add Tecnis multifocals +2.75 and +3.25 adds were released, and in 2016 the EDOF Symfony (and toric version) became available. In 2018, most surgeons utilize the low add multifocals or EDOF IOLs, although the older +4.0 add multi- focals are still available.” Continuous product develop- ment and improvements over the years have built a great deal of confidence. Eye surgeons have an array of devices to choose from to personalize treatment and are able to come through on their promises. According to Dr. Yeu, “Presbyopia correcting IOLs, both low add MFIOLs and EDOF IOLs, provide an expanded range of vi- sion, which in turn truly leads to greater spectacle independence. The technologies available now are the best versions out there. I trust them enough that I placed such technologies in my mother-in-law. You will still need reading glasses for very small print and will need extra light to read in dimly lit rooms. While the advanced optic provides great benefits to range of vision, no technology is with- out its side effects. At night, you will notice halos, glare, or streaks around point light sources, such as a street lamp, but it is distract- ing in less than 3% of patients. If a patient encounters this, I will stop after the first eye, and together we will figure out the best plan mov- ing forward.” EWAP Editors’ note: Dr. Raviv has financial interests with Johnson & Johnson Vision. Dr. Yeu has no financial inter- ests related to her comments. Contact information Raviv: talraviv@eyecenterofny.com Yeu: eyeulin@gmail.com