What might be the best option for me?

Corneal laser, an implanted lens or lens surgery: each option has its indication. Age, prescription and eye health are the factors that weigh most in the choice.

QUICK GUIDE · 1 MINUTE

Answer 4 questions

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01How old are you?

Under 4040 to 4950 or older

02What is your distance prescription like?

Low or moderateHigh (you have been told it is high, or you wear thick lenses)Don’t know

03What would you like to achieve?

See well at distance without glassesSee at distance and near with as few glasses as possible

04Do any of these apply to you?

I have been told I have cataractI have keratoconus, or I have been told my cornea is thin or irregularNone of these, or I don’t know

Please answer all the questions to see the guidance.

Clinical sources

National Eye Institute · Refractive errors

U.S. Food and Drug Administration · Phakic intraocular lenses: are they for you?