Lens Replacement Surgery (RLE)

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Lens replacement surgery can significantly improve your vision. Our experienced Vision Scotland surgeons will replace the natural lens in your eye with a small, clear synthetic implant called an intraocular lens (IOL). The focusing power of the IOL can be chosen to reduce dependence on glasses.

Lens replacement (RLE) is identical to modern cataract surgery. Both operations involve replacing the natural lens with an IOL. The only difference is that cataract surgery is performed to correct blur or light scatter caused by a misty natural lens; whereas RLE is performed to reduce the need for glasses or contact lenses.

Lens options

Say goodbye to blurry vision and hello to a crystal-clear world with lens replacement surgery.

Implantable lens

This is a lens implanted in your eye – without taking the natural lens out, for short and long-sighted, and astigmatism vision correction. There are two types of implantable lens – one goes in front of the pupil and is called an Artisan or Verysise lens.

The other is the Vision ICL and is implanted behind the pupil. Both are made of synthetic memory polymer material, just like a contact lens, and both feel just as at home in your eyes too.

Trifocal lens implants

Trifocal lenses have both near and far focus built into them, so are really effective at all distances.

Meaning you don’t have to wear glasses at all after surgery. Which can make a huge improvement to both your vision and your daily lifestyle.

Toric lens implants

These implants are great if you wear glasses all the time and suffer from astigmatism.

They work by counteracting the effects with a rugby ball shaped lens surface, that eliminates the blurring effect of astigmatism on your vision.

Preparing you for Lens Replacement Surgery

Lens replacement surgery is often recommended to over 40s, who don’t want to rely on glasses or contact lenses. The painless procedure involves removing your existing faulty lens and replacing it with an artificial lens.

The Benefits of Lens Replacement Surgery

What is involved in the procedure?

You’ll be given eye drops to dilate the pupil of your eye, followed by anaesthetic drops. Once those have taken effect, one of our surgeons will make a tiny incision in your eye, to allow them to access your natural lens. Ultrasound will be used to break up, then remove the lens, before the artificial lens is fitted.

How long does the procedure take?

Lens replacement surgery takes approximately 10 minutes.

Will I feel pain during the procedure?

You will be given an anaesthetic before your procedure, so shouldn’t feel any pain during it.

How long will I take to recover?

The recovery period varies from person to person, but it’s usually two to four weeks. You will likely feel some mild discomfort and sensitivity straight after your surgery. We recommend rest and avoiding anything strenuous for the first few days. You’ll be given eye drops to prevent infection and reduce any inflammation.

When will I start to feel the benefits of my implantable lens surgery?

Your vision should gradually stabilise as your brain adjusts to the new artificial lens. In most cases you will start to feel an improvement in your vision within the first week.

Time to see yourself in a new light

Laser eye surgery is genuinely life changing, and one of the most popular procedures carried out in the UK.

Last year, we helped over 4,000 patients with fast, precise, and painless treatments, expertly delivered by our renowned surgeons, who are amongst the very best in Europe.

Whether you have short or long sightedness, or mild astigmatism, laser eye surgery can change how you see the world – and how the world sees you.

Our promise is to look after you from start to finish, and beyond. So we’d never recommend it if we didn’t think it was right for you, or we thought another treatment might be more suitable. So you know you’re in the best hands.

To find out if it’s for you, get in touch today to book your consultation appointment.

Embark on your journey with Laser Vision Scotland

Rest assured, you’re in capable hands every step of the way. Book an appointment and let’s make your dreams a reality.