Is a more expensive multifocal lens necessarily better?
Not necessarily. The best choice depends on factors such as how often you drive at night, the distance at which you usually read or use your phone, and the health of your cornea and retina. The goal i...

What is a Light Adjustable Lens (LAL), and what are its advantages?
A Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) is an intraocular lens whose optical power can be adjusted with light after cataract surgery. Its main advantage is that nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism ...

My intraocular lens has moved out of position. How can it be treated?
When an IOL moves out of its normal position, vision may become blurry or objects may appear doubled. Treatment may involve repositioning or exchanging the lens. If there is insufficient tissue to sup...

What is scleral fixation of an intraocular lens?
Scleral fixation is a procedure used when an IOL cannot be supported reliably in its normal position. The lens haptics are secured to the sclera, the white outer wall of the eye. The Yamane technique ...

Can I come for a second opinion if I had cataract surgery at another clinic?
Yes. We can evaluate concerns or symptoms following cataract surgery performed elsewhere. Previous surgical records, the date of surgery, and the model and power of your implanted IOL are helpful, but...

Does an epiretinal membrane always need to be removed?
Not necessarily. If blurred or distorted vision is mild and OCT scans show little change, observation may be appropriate. Surgery may be considered if symptoms begin to interfere with daily activities...

Can a macular hole be treated with eye drops or injections instead of surgery?
A full-thickness macular hole often requires surgery, usually involving vitrectomy and a gas bubble. Treatment depends on the size and duration of the hole and the condition of the vitreous. Some earl...

Do age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy require surgery?
Not always. Intravitreal injections are often the main treatment for conditions such as wet age-related macular degeneration and diabetic macular edema. Depending on the diagnosis and severity, treatm...

Can I be evaluated if problems develop after retinal surgery elsewhere?
Yes. If you may have recurrent retinal detachment, persistent bleeding, or changes in the macula after surgery, we can examine your eye and review possible treatments. If available, please bring the d...

I have been told I may have retinal detachment. Where should I go?
If retinal detachment is suspected or has been diagnosed, it is important to be examined promptly by an eye specialist who can assess the retina thoroughly. When choosing a clinic, check whether retin...

What is the difference between air and gas used during retinal detachment surgery?
During retinal detachment surgery, air or a medical gas may be placed inside the eye to help keep the retina in position while it heals. Air is absorbed faster than longer-acting gases, which can allo...

When is it safe to fly after retinal detachment surgery?
The timing depends on the type of bubble placed inside your eye. Flying while any air or gas remains can cause the bubble to expand as cabin pressure decreases, leading to a dangerous rise in eye pres...