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ReZoom™

Full Range of Vision and Greater Independence from Glasses and Contact Lenses.

Until recently, patients undergoing lens implant surgery received a monofocal, or single focus intraocular lens or IOL. Monofocal IOL's implanted in both eyes generally provide excellent distance vision, while patients often need spectacle correction for near and intermediate vision. In the late 1990's, Advanced Medical Optics (AMO) introduced its first multi-focal IOL designed to provide multiple points of focus, thereby dramatically reducing the need for bifocals or trifocals glasses after surgery.

Today, with its many optical design enhancements, AMO's second-generation ReZoom Multifocal IOL is providing patients with a full range of vision and greater independence from glasses or contact lenses.

Multifocal Vision

There are different IOL options available for the treatment of both cataracts and presbyopia - monofocal and multifocal lenses. The ReZoom Multifocal has a patented new design called Balanced View Optics Technology. This lens design creates multiple focal points so one can see well at a variety of distances of near, mid-distance and far. In clinical studies 92% of those who received the ReZoom Multifocal Lens reported wearing glasses either "never" or "occasionally."

Five Focusing Zones For A Full Range of Vision

Each ReZoom Multifocal Lens is divided into five different zones with each zone designed for different light and focal distances. Unlike other earlier multifocal lens designs, the ReZoom Multifocal Lens has proportioned the size of its zones to provide for good vision in a range of light conditions. For instance, some zones have been designed to offer greater low light distance vision support during night vision.

Frequently Asked Questions About the ReZoom Multifocal Lens Implant

Q: Will I still need to wear glasses if my surgeon recommends a ReZoom Multifocal Lens?

A: The results will vary depending upon your vision, lifestyle and the anatomy of your eyes. Most people find that they need glasses to read small print or to drive at night. Most people, however, can go to the store or conduct many of their day's activities without depending on glasses. In the cases studied 92% of those who received the ReZoom Multifocal Lenses "never" or "occasionally" needed to wear glasses.

Q: How is the ReZoom Multifocal IOL different from traditional single-vision intraocular lenses?

A: The ReZoom IOL is a multifocal intraocular lens. Unlike traditional single-vision lens implants, the ReZoom Multifocal lens provides quality vision both at a distance and up close. Traditional single-vision lenses usually provide good vision only at a distance with limited ability to see objects that are near without glasses.

Q: How long after surgery until I see my best?

A: Like most procedures, this depends upon the overall health of your eye. For most people, vision is noticeably better immediately and continues to improve during the first few weeks after the procedure.

Q: Does the ReZoom Multifocal lens require and adjustment period?

A: Yes. For most people there is a period of weeks when your brain is learning to "see" up close and at distance with the new lens. This adjustment period is usually complete within 6 to 12 weeks. Some people do report halos or glare around lights. Again, for most people this diminishes over time. For some, it becomes less troublesome but never completely goes away. Most people report that the ability to see near and far outweighs any visual side effects associated with the lens.

Q: What are the halos or glare like at night?

A: If you are farsighted you probably already notice fuzziness around tail-lights or traffic lights.The halos or glare experienced by some patients with the ReZoom lens are a fuzziness around lights, but for most people this does not keep them from driving.

Q: Are there any risks of having the ReZoom Multifocal Lens Procedure?

A: Yes. With any surgical procedure there are risks. The biggest risk with any cataract procedure is infection. Less than one percent of patients having a lens implant procedure ever get an infection and most are treated successfully with medications. Infections, however, can cause a severe or total loss of vision.

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