Lens Replacement Surgery, also known as Lens Exchange (LE), Clear Lens Exchange (CLE), Natural Lens Replacement or Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE), is a transformative procedure aimed at correcting various vision issues. Similar to cataract surgery, Lens Replacement involves the removal of the eye’s natural crystalline lens and its replacement with an intraocular lens (IOL). This surgical innovation is particularly beneficial for individuals struggling with presbyopia, a condition that impairs near vision, as well as those requiring correction for both near and distance vision, or astigmatisms.
At Precision Vision London, our Lens Replacement Surgery is a bespoke solution, with the choice of intraocular lens tailored to each patient’s unique needs. This quick and safe procedure, takes less than 20 minutes per eye, and both eyes will be treated on the same day with the promise of a glasses-free life. Endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO) as one of the safest medical treatments globally, Lens Replacement at Precision Vision is a proven pathway to visual freedom and clarity.
Lens Replacement Surgery Prices starting from just £83.33 per eye/month.
with a £1250 deposit for 24 months
About Lens Replacement
What is Lens Replacement?
Welcome to Precision Vision London, your gateway to a glasses-free future through advanced Lens Replacement surgery! If you’ve ever found yourself squinting at menus or struggling with reading glasses, envision bidding farewell to these hassles for good.
Lens Replacement is a revolutionary procedure designed to liberate you from the constraints of glasses and contact lenses. By replacing your eye’s natural crystalline lens with a state-of-the-art intraocular lens (IOL), we can effectively correct your vision and eliminate the need for external aids.
If your vision requires correction for both close-up tasks like reading and distance viewing, traditional laser eye surgery may fall short. In such cases, Lens Exchange emerges as the ideal solution, providing comprehensive correction for all fields of vision. An additional perk is the prevention of future cataracts, ensuring clarity and visual freedom for the rest of your life.
The Lens Replacement procedure mirrors the widely performed and trusted cataract surgery, endorsed by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as one of the safest medical procedures globally. Instead of addressing a cloudy lens (cataract), we replace a clear lens with an IOL tailored to correct your specific prescription. This transformative process is aptly named Clear Lens Exchange or Lens Replacement.
Embark on a journey toward perfect vision and freedom from glasses with Precision Vision London. Our Lens Replacement surgery not only guarantees full correction of your vision but also shields you from future cataracts. Say goodbye to the inconvenience of glasses and embrace a lifetime of clear, unaided vision.
Experience the Precision Vision London difference – where clarity meets precision, and a glasses-free life awaits you!
Suitability for Lens Replacement
Suitability
As we age, the natural lens in our eye gradually weakens, causing difficulty focusing on objects up close and problems reading, eventually leading to the need for reading glasses after the age of 40. This is called presbyopia, and everyone develops it at some point. For this reason, Lens Replacement surgery is ideally suited for patients over the age of 40 who are already having reading problems.
To be eligible for lens replacement surgery, you must:
Contraindications
Although we are passionate about correcting the sight of all those we possibly can, Precision Vision neither provides experimental treatments nor operate on those who suffer from conditions that prevent safe and ethical treatment.
Common reasons patients are found unsuitable for treatment include:
With the best surgical team in the UK, our combined expertise in non-laser treatments is without precedent. We take great pride in having the skills to help even those who have been turned down by other clinics. Book a consultation now to learn how Precision Vision can perfect your sight and improve your quality of life today.
Treatment
Lens Replacement Surgery
Discover the transformative power of Lens Replacement Surgery at Precision Vision London, where our personalised approach ensures optimal results tailored to your unique vision needs. This procedure, synonymous with our Cataract treatment, is designed to correct multiple points of vision, offering a bespoke solution for each patient.
Lens Replacement involves the removal of the natural crystalline lens, replaced with a carefully selected intraocular lens (IOL) implant to precisely address your vision requirements. The choice of intraocular lens, whether providing complete freedom from glasses, is determined by our skilled surgeons based on individual considerations.
Experience the convenience of a treatment that takes less than 20 minutes per eye, with both eyes will be treated on the same day . This efficient process has the potential to fully restore your vision, liberating you from the reliance on multiple pairs of glasses and contact lenses. Lens Replacement stands as one of the most performed procedures globally, with over 300,000 conducted annually in the UK alone.
Endorsed by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as one of the safest treatments worldwide, Lens Replacement at Precision Vision offers a secure and effective solution for vision correction. To qualify for this life-changing treatment, the only requirement is the development of presbyopia, a prescription for reading vision.
Embark on a journey to visual freedom with Precision Vision London – where Lens Replacement surgery becomes a personalised path to clarity, tailored just for you. Say goodbye to the hassle of multiple glasses and embrace a world of clear vision with our renowned and safe treatment.
Benefits Lens Replacement Surgery
This treatment can successfully treat a wide range of eye-related conditions including; cataracts, presbyopia, astigmatism, long-sightedness and short- sightedness.
After the surgery has taken place, you can look forward to a life with a lessened or entirely removed dependence on visual aids like glasses and contact lenses.
Due to these merits, the surgery can give you greater confidence for the long term and never develop age-related cataracts
This treatment removes the natural lens of the eye and replaces it with an artificial lens, which means that the lens doesn’t change with age. By having Lens Replacement treatment you will never have to experience the gradual loss of vision and colour that occurs as a cataract develops and changes your life. It is often chosen as a preventative measure for patients whose family has a history of cataracts.
Treatment Process Lens Replacement Surgery
When arriving at the clinic on the day of surgery our friendly and experienced clinical team will guide you through every step of the way. The treatment will take less than 20 minutes per eye and both eyes will be treated on the same day.
Intraocular Lens Implants (IOLs)
About Intraocular Lens Implants (IOLs)
Welcome to Precision Vision – Your Leading Specialist in Intraocular Lens Implants
At Precision Vision, we elevate beyond the standard offerings of NHS providers. While basic Monofocal lenses are common elsewhere, our commitment to delivering truly tailored treatments sets us apart. We focus on customizing intraocular lens (IOL) implants based on your unique needs, determined through an in-depth consultation with our experienced surgeons.
Unlike traditional multifocal IOLs that initially promised improvements in distance and near vision, our clinic recognizes the evolving demands on intermediate vision in today’s digital age. Introducing Trifocal IOLs, the latest generation of multifocal lenses that redefine vision correction.
Trifocal IOLs provide a comprehensive solution, correcting distance, near, and crucially, intermediate vision. This innovation ensures you can perform daily tasks, including computer work, without the need for glasses. Unlike varifocal glasses or multifocal contact lenses, adapting to Trifocal IOLs is seamless and natural.
The cutting-edge technology behind Trifocal IOLs ensures efficient light transmittance through the lens implant, leading to improved intermediate vision with minimal glare and halos, especially noticeable at night. Published reports emphasize elevated levels of patient satisfaction, superior vision quality (especially during nighttime), and reduced dependence on glasses. Imagine a life with clear vision at all distances!
Precision Vision exclusively embraces these revolutionary Trifocal lenses. As an independent clinic with no ties to specific lens manufacturers, we have the flexibility to correct a wide range of prescriptions. Our reputation is founded on successfully treating patients considered unsuitable by other clinics.
Beyond the immediate benefits of vision correction, our Lens Replacement procedure also guards against future cataract development. This means you can enjoy a glasses-free life with the assurance that your vision is optimized for the long term.
Experience the Precision Vision difference in Intraocular Lens Implants – where personalised care and advanced technology converge for your visual well-being.
Types of Intraocular Lens Implants (IOLs)
We offer different types of IOLs, which can give you clear vision at different distances:
Lenses available at Precision Vision
Precision Vision is a completely independent surgeon led clinic and have no affiliation with any manufacturers or paid consultants enabling us to choose the best lenses to fit our patients’ visual and lifestyle needs. We have access to the three most widely used Trifocal (intraocular lenses) IOLs:
Technology
The VERION Image Guided System
This is used to capture a digital reference image of the eye during the initial assessment which is used to create a surgical plan. This equipment is also used throughout the treatment allowing the surgeon to see all incisions and alignments in real time, improving accuracy and minimising errors especially whilst correcting astigmatism.
The Centurion Vision System
Precision Vision is the first clinic in the UK to possess this equipment and it is the newest phacoemulsification system available (this breaks up and removes the natural lens). It allows for smaller incisions and is able to optimise every phase of the lens removal. The device also controls the intra-ocular pressure throughout the treatment and enhances the control of the surgeon, consequently improving the patient’s outcome and accelerating the recovery process.
The Lux-OR Ophthalmic Microscope
The Lux-OR LX3 with Q-VUE Ophthalmic Microscope is designed to provide superior visualisation throughout the surgical procedure, this microscope is able to expand the visual field with a highly stable, 6x greater red reflex zone, providing excellent visual detail with superior visualisation of the retina.
Our approach revolves around prioritising your optimal well-being.
Prior to your consultation
Your first point of contact will be with Precision Vision’s highly trained and knowledgeable patient coordinators.
Treatment
On the day of your treatment, our clinical team will guide you through the process and address any concerns or questions you may have.
Consultation
At Precision Vision, we believe that it is essential to be selective to ensure that every patient has the best treatment to suit their visual and lifestyle needs which is why determining suitability is incredibly important.
Aftercare
Your aftercare begins immediately after treatment when you are taken to the recovery room to relax and, when you are ready to leave, our specialist nurse will examine you before you go home.
Price guide for Lens Replacement
Consultation Fee – £300
This deposit is taken at the time of booking and is non-refundable
Monofocal Lens – £3250 per eye
Distance correction without astigmatism.
Monofocal Toric Lens – £3750 per eye
Distance correction for patients who have an astigmatism.
Simple Trifocal/Multifocal Lens – £3850 per eye
Multi-distance correction (distance, near and intermediate vision)
Multifocal Toric Lens – £4300 per eye
Trifocal Toric Lens – £4300 per eye
The type of lens a patient is suitable for is dependent on whether there is an astigmatism present and the results of the consultation. A deposit of £1250 per eye is required when reserving treatment and is deducted from the final cost.
Yag Laser – £1000 per eye
Once the aftercare program has been completed, you will be discharged, however, it is recommended that annual check-ups are attended.
Precision Vision’s Gold Standard Lens Replacement Treatment Package includes:
Why choose Precision Vision for Lens Replacement Treatment?
Each treatment at Precision Vision is meticulously tailored to the unique needs of every individual, ensuring unparalleled results. Pioneering innovation, Precision Vision proudly stands as the inaugural clinic in the UK to house the state-of-the-art Alcon Refractive Suite, the latest and most advanced non-laser theatre in the country, setting new standards in precision eye care.
Boasting a world-class non-laser surgical team. Precision Vision is complemented by a carefully selected group of highly seasoned NHS consultants, this formidable team is dedicated to providing exemplary care for our privately insured patients. As a surgeon-led clinic, Precision Vision maintains complete independence, devoid of any affiliations with manufacturers. This autonomy empowers our surgeons to meticulously select the most optimal lenses tailored to the unique visual and lifestyle requirements of our patients.
Dedicated to delivering unparalleled patient care, Precision Vision consistently exceeds expectations at every stage of the journey. From initial consultations to treatment and ongoing aftercare, all services are seamlessly provided at the state-of-the-art Precision Vision clinic on Harley Street. For those desiring check-ups closer to home, our extensive network includes the largest independent optometrist network in the country. This ensures that patients can experience exceptional aftercare conveniently at a location of their choice, further enhancing their overall healthcare experience.
Lens Replacement vs Presbyond
Presbyond is a laser treatment or Blended vision where one eye is ‘set’ for distance vision and the other eye is ‘set’ for near vision. It can provide a satisfactory balance between distance and near vision for a select category of patients, however, this group is limited and generally restricted to low, non-complex prescriptions and those who can adapt and tolerate a discrepancy between the two eyes. An alternative to this laser treatment is a Lens Replacement with a Trifocal lens, below is a comparison table between the two.
| Lens Replacement Trifocal | Presbyond/Blended vision | |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | Both eyes given distance, intermediate and near vision – no compromise in vision or binocularity | Difference between eyes can lead to imbalance and compromise of vision |
| Effects | Permanent as natural lens replaced, life-long solution | Temporary as eyes still continue to age |
| Need for retreatment | No retreatment needed as maximum reading vision given | Retreatment or fine tuning needed after approx 5 years |
| Future cost | One time cost – no vision changes | Extra cost for retreatment or fine tuning once eyesight changes |
| Suitability | 99% suitable over a certain age | Not suited to everyone, must be able tolerate difference between two eyes |
| Cataract development | No cataract development as natural lens replaced with permanent implant | Cataract surgery most likely in future |
| Prescription Range | No limit – tailor made lenses can treat all prescriptions | Limited – can only treat simple, low prescriptions |
Lens Replacement FAQ's
Lens Replacement treatment is suitable for those over the age of 40 whose natural lens has started to age and will naturally deteriorate over time. There is no upper age limit and no prescription limitation. The only requirement is that your prescription has stabilised and that it is not currently in the midst of a decline.
Lens Replacement is suitable for patients who have very high and complicated prescriptions that cannot be treated by Laser Eye Surgery or Implantable Contact Lens treatment.
The Lens Replacement procedure is virtually identical to cataract surgery. The only difference is that a clear lens is removed in the Lens Replacement treatment and a cloudy lens is removed in cataract surgery.
Traditional intra-ocular implants are Monofocal lenses which focus light to only one point, meaning they correct distance vision only and glasses will be needed for near vision. This is the type of lens that is typically used by the NHS.
A Trifocal intraocular lens has more than one point of focus, enabling clear distance, intermediate and near vision. It has revolutionised the results of treatment and allows for patients to be glasses free.
The optical design of intraocular lenses is completely different to varifocal spectacles. Instead of a patient needing to move their head to adjust the focus, they will be able to comfortably see distance, intermediate and near without having to make any movements. Layered concentric circles are used to correct each form of prescription issue allowing for simultaneous correction of all fields of vision.
Precision Vision provide lenses from the following companies:
Suitability for treatment and the type of lens is determined at your consultation.
If you are unsuitable for Trifocal intraocular lenses, Monofocal lenses are available. These can be used to either aim for monovision (one eye for distance, one eye for reading), or to correct your distance vision in both eyes and glasses will be needed for near vision. This will all be explained in detail during your consultation
Once the natural lens has been removed and replaced with lens implants patients will likely never require surgery again. The materials from which the lenses are made from have been subject to accelerated ageing tests. Results have demonstrated that the lens material will last in excess of 150 years before showing signs of degradation.
No pain is felt as anaesthetic drops are used to numb the eye. However some discomfort or pressure can be felt during the procedure.
Most patients notice a difference to their vision immediately after the procedure. Distance vision is the first field of vision to settle, typically taking 24 to 48 hours. However, it can take slightly longer to adjust to the new reading vision.
Generally you will need 3-5 days off work (for most office jobs). Two for the treatment and one or two days afterwards to rest. Patients are able to perform most day to day tasks one day after surgery without any difficulty. Your working environment will also be taken into consideration and our surgeon will advise on what precautions should be taken at your consultation.
There will be a few restrictions after treatment. Examples include avoiding sports that may cause trauma to the eye, avoiding dusty environments and lifting heavy weights. At your consultation, we will take into consideration your lifestyle and hobbies and advise you accordingly.
All our treatments are carried out at our Precision Vision clinic on 22 A, Harely Street London W1 9PB. Precision Vision is one of the very few clinics in the UK where everything from consultation to surgery and aftercare is conducted under one roof.
The Refractive Lens Exchange procedure involves removing the natural lens where a cataract would have developed. When a patient undergoes Lens Replacement treatment, it means that they will never develop a cataract in either eye at any point in the future.
The lens implant is inside the eye where there are no nerves or sensation, so it cannot be felt. It will not feel like a contact lens and you will be completely unaware that it is there, apart from experiencing greatly improved vision.
Your consultation, treatment, one day post op, two week and the six week aftercare appointments are carried out at Precision Vision’s Harley Street clinic. After this time, we can hand you over to the care of one of our nationwide independent optometrist partners, allowing you to stay closer to home for the remainder of the follow-up appointments.
