Treatment
Lens Replacement Surgery
Clear lens exchange for patients over 40 seeking permanent freedom from glasses. Premium IOL technology with Toric, Multifocal, and EDOF options.
Overview
Understanding the Procedure
Lens replacement surgery — also known as clear lens exchange (CLE) or refractive lens exchange (RLE) — is a permanent vision correction option for patients over 40 who want freedom from glasses and contact lenses. It is particularly effective for those with presbyopia or high prescriptions unsuitable for laser eye surgery.
The procedure is identical to cataract surgery: the natural lens is removed through a micro-incision and replaced with a premium artificial lens implant. The difference is that in lens replacement, the natural lens is still clear — it is exchanged specifically to correct vision rather than to treat a cataract.
Miss Tina Khanam offers the full range of premium IOLs for lens replacement, including multifocal lenses for near and distance vision, EDOF (extended depth of focus) lenses for a continuous range of vision, and toric lenses for astigmatism correction. Many patients achieve spectacle independence across all distances.
A significant additional benefit of lens replacement is that cataracts can never develop in the future, as the natural lens has been replaced. This means patients avoid the need for cataract surgery later in life — a procedure that over 95% of people will eventually require.
Benefits
What This Means for You
- Permanent vision correction — results last a lifetime
- Eliminates future need for cataract surgery
- Premium lens options for spectacle-free vision at all distances
- Corrects presbyopia, myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
- Micro-incision, no-stitch procedure
- Consultant-led care from consultation to discharge
Our Approach
Consultant-Led Care
Miss Khanam conducts an extensive consultation to determine whether lens replacement is the right option for you. This includes detailed biometry, lifestyle assessment, and a thorough discussion of lens options to match your visual goals.
Her meticulous approach to pre-operative planning and ocular surface optimisation ensures the most accurate lens selection and the best possible visual outcome.
Suitability
Is This Right for You?
- Adults over 40 with presbyopia (difficulty reading without glasses)
- Patients with high prescriptions unsuitable for laser surgery
- Those seeking permanent freedom from glasses and contact lenses
- Patients who want to avoid future cataract surgery
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
LASIK reshapes the cornea to correct vision, while lens replacement replaces the natural lens inside the eye. Lens replacement is better suited for patients over 40, those with presbyopia, or those with very high prescriptions. It also prevents future cataracts.
Lens replacement is typically recommended for patients over 40, when presbyopia (age-related loss of near focus) begins. Below 40, the natural lens still has focusing ability that would be lost. For younger patients, LASIK or ICL may be more appropriate.
Artificial lens implants are designed to last a lifetime. They do not degrade, cloud, or need replacing. Unlike the natural lens, they cannot develop cataracts. The correction is permanent.
With multifocal or EDOF lens implants, most patients achieve good vision at all distances without glasses. Some patients may still prefer reading glasses for very small print or prolonged close work in low light. Miss Khanam will discuss realistic expectations during your consultation.
Quick Facts
Duration
15–20 minutes per eye
Anaesthesia
Anaesthetic eye drops
Recovery
1–2 weeks for vision to stabilise fully
Pain Level
No pain
Guide Price
per eye, depending on lens choice
A detailed quote will be provided following your consultation.
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