Brand New Lenses for Cataract Surgery In 2024 | LAL+ and Odyssey Intraocular Lenses

[@omr4266]

Dr.Lee your videos are terrific , succinct but get the important details in a very accessible way.Keep them coming. Thanks!

[@Healitnow]

I got an advanced mono-focus lens at an extra $600.00 per eye. The result is that I have incredible distance vision, excellent intermediate vision glasses free, but require quite strong reading glasses. I am perfectly happy to have all vision great except reading. I recommend these lenses highly.

[@Stevethesearcher]

Doctor you forgot to mention that Johnson and Johnson have also introduced the Tecnis Puresee. It’s already available in Europe and will be released in the US shortly. It’s an EDOF lens. From initial reports I am hearing it’s performing better at near than Vivity. However I am waiting to hear more feedback on it. It’s great that you are covering new lenses. Keep up the good work!

[@MicheleLeeMD]

Thanks for letting us know! It’s not going to be available in the US (at least we haven’t heard anything) so excited to see how the data looks in Europe!

[@domainadmin6352]

I just searched the FDA approval site. Didn't see anything about it. 😞

[@byromtaylor6482]

this is the one im getting...i can give you my personal review on it after i get it

[@byromtaylor6482]

sorry its called the odessey lens my mistake ....from j n j ...good for near far and intermediate no halo or gaps in vision

[@byromtaylor6482]

@@Stevethesearcher yeah sure i will having it done next month

[@juicer52]

Thank you Dr. Lee for reviewing these newer lenses. Do you have any experience or thoughts on Lenstech's Clearview 3 IOL? FDA approved in 2022. Claims of reduced halos, starburst etc are promising if proven out in broad number of cases.

[@festeradams3972]

The question I have about LAL lenses is that after the lens has been set (fully polymerized), is it still subject to optical changes if exposed to fairly intense blue or even longwave UV. Having to redo the surgery would not be in my list of things I'd like to do :-).

[@MelissaRowley-q6b]

This is a great summary of the new lens on the market--what about the new technology to make this easier for the physician? I'm trying to find a doctor in Chicago that has the latest technology and has experience with these new lens.

[@whymedude88]

Good afternoon, Dr. Lee, been watching your videos for a while now and appreciate the candidness regarding the dizzying amount of premium lenses that are available. Although, I would argue that there's only two or three worth looking at in my opinion. With this being said, I'm one of those picky people that are extremely particular about my eyesight and have recently learned I'm a candidate for the light adjustable lens. However, I have never been in a situation where I've had an opportunity to try out mono vision, but knowing my sensitivities, I question whether or not I would be OK with that or not. I'm not sure if I can ask for a mono type of prescription for contact lenses to test it out as some other people on KZbin have suggested. I definitely would like to have great vision in all three ranges and I do completely understand that it's not a guarantee, but I'm wondering what you're seeing in your practice and if you could shed some light on where you are with these procedures, and more specifically the light adjustable lenses. I know it's only been a few months unless I've misunderstood what you said in the video. I would appreciate any guidance or any thoughts that you might have for someone like me. I do realize it's more of a general question as I'm not asking you to diagnose it invisible person lol cheers and have a wonderful day.

[@steves2837]

Good information. Is the LAL+ lens also a good fit for people that have had lasik surgery?

[@stultuses]

Is there restrictions with these lenses for those having suffered a detached retina that was corrected by a Scleral Buckle? Prior to the detached, astigmatism was present which got even worse after the Scleral Buckle was attached

[@LarryASilva]

Great info. Thanks so much for your videos. I am tempted to consider a vacation in Scottsdale when my time for an IOL comes.

[@MicheleLeeMD]

Thanks for watching! You are always welcome to come by to see us if you are ever visiting :)

[@CP-wy9el]

Hi Dr. Lee, this question is not really related to new lenses. I had a mono-focal lens for both eyes in January. One was Toric and the other was Eyehance. I was very myopic. I made progressive lens for computer and reading after surgery. I get a moving, dreamy sensation, like when you just get out of bed. Also some objects were distorted when you look at them from an angle. I have worn the glasses for over 5 months but it is still the same. When I take them off or wear non prescription sunglasses, the feeling goes away. Is it true that progressives might not work for someone who had cataract surgery if they were myopic. I have worn progressives for many many years before my cataracts were removed and I had no problems until my cataracts were removed. I read a lot about after effects of a cataract surgery and no one ever mentioned this, my eye doctor, optometrist, etc. that I might have problems with progressive lenses. Blurry after cataract surgery. I have a very slight PCO in one eye. Two eye doctors said that it was so slight that it shouldn't affect me. I must be very sensitive to it. Should I have a Yag even though it is so slight. It is affecting me. I feel like I am looking through smudgy eyeglasses. Thanks!

[@hankseda]

Thank you for sharing this information, Dr Lee. Very useful 👏💕

[@MicheleLeeMD]

Glad it was helpful!

[@hankseda]

@@MicheleLeeMD your videos are my go to source on eyes related matters :)

[@nicmart]

Where are the data showing how satisfied or dissatisfied patients are after cataract surgery? This tracking should be mandatory with every surgery, but nobody really has proper post-surgical data. One more way medicine fails.

[@FotomakerAcademy]

Does the new Odyssey MFL come in a toric version for those of us who need very strong astigmatism correction (not just mild toric power)?

[@MicheleLeeMD]

Yes, it does come in multiple toric power and can correct astigmatism!

[@saber8689]

I’m getting an LAL+ in my right eye in a few hours! Nervous but excited to get vision back (I have a rapid PSC that has destroyed my vision in 6months)

[@rolandcooke]

How are you doing now, how's the vision quality?

[@tonycharron73]

Just scheduled my appt in 2 weeks for both eyes to receive the LAL+ . How is your vision now ?

[@tonycharron73]

1 month post op follow up: Vision is AMAZING! I now have 20/15 (better than 20/20) colors are so bright, the clarity is so crisp.... I truly didn't expect it to be as good as it is! Surgery was absolutely painless! The hardest part was having the operating lights shining in my eyes for about 15 minutes per eye. Anyone considering the LAL+ IOL's they get a 10 star rating from me. Just understand, they do come with some work afterwards while the nearsighted vision is dialed in. Things such as using the post-op steroid eye drops for a month, limiting your lifting and bending over for about 2 weeks while the eyes heal up, and wearing UV protective glasses anytime you are outside until ou "lock in" your prescription (UV Light is used to lock in your prescription, so you don't want to risk prematurely locking it in via too much natural sunlight exposure. (Your doctor will/should explain it all) Extremely satisfied with my results! Wish all of you the same outcome I have had with mine.

[@Walt-c9m]

Great information thank you. I’ve been reading good things about the Clearview 3 iol what are your thoughts?

[@MicheleLeeMD]

It's a good lens. It's a bifocal IOL so there is just distance and near, not much of an intermediate focus. Patients do report less halos than other multifocal IOLs.

[@Walt-c9m]

@@MicheleLeeMD thank you for the reply. Do you have any concerns with a hydrophilic lens?

[@dann547]

Best doctor ever.

[@peaceridge]

For post RK patients, would you compare the LAL+ to the IC-8 Apthera?

[@aurovindsahoo]

What about accommodating lens, clear view 3 lenses

[@joecutro7318]

This is such helpful information, Dr. Lee! Thanks so much for keeping us up to date. 🙏 Every year I wait, I breathe a sigh of relief that I haven't moved forward. With myopia, an astigmatism, presbyopia and dry eyes, I really want to wait for a product that can reliably deliver a spectacle free result. And, so far my cataracts are not terribly progressed. 🤞🏼I've been wearing B&L Ultra multifocal for astigmatism for years and I never need readers. The comfort is sub optimal, but I accept the tradeoff as I am a very active person. Do any of these stand out as a clear choice for dry eye candidates? I'll stay tuned!

[@MicheleLeeMD]

There have been some contact lens brands meant for dry eye, like the B&L infuse. Definitely something to ask your eye doctor!

[@joecutro7318]

​@MicheleLeeMD Thank you. The B&L Infuse is available in multifocal and Infuse lenses with corrections for Astigmatism are coming soon, but it sounds like these will be separate products and unfortunately not one lense that does both. 😢 If you have information to the contrary, please let us know. Thanks again!

[@bikashghosh2183]

Dear Doctor Lee, why didn't you include the Lenstec ClearView 3 Multifocal IOL in this video?

[@elifslabaskan]

Hi Michelle! I went to see my doctor for my bad vision i have myopia and astigmatism and recently i wanted to leave my glasses. My doctor suggested me going for lasic but i have concerns about it because i heard that no touch procedure is more safe and has less post-op complications so i cannot decide going with which surgery what do you think about both? And i heard that after no touch the eye sight might be get worse again is that true? I watched your video about lasik vs no touch but i still have questions like this ❤

[@toddlash4782]

Dr. Lee, can the Oyssey lens be used with patients who have previously had lasik? Thank you!

[@disqusrubbish5467]

Good info. Thankfully I don't need yet. I assume the LAL+ is available for astigmatism correction, but what about Odyssey?

[@MicheleLeeMD]

Yes, both can treat regular astigmatism.

[@disqusrubbish5467]

@@MicheleLeeMD Thank you.

[@alanzemsky7695]

Do all of the new lenses require numerous follow up appointments after the eye has healed to set the lenses to the exact optimized vision of each individual?

[@MicheleLeeMD]

Yes, one of the downsides of the LAL and LAL+ is that there are many visits to do the adjustments. Hope that answers your question!

[@LeoCruz-v5b]

Thank for the information Dr. It will be nice to know what is the approximate cost too & recovery. Thanks again

[@djplumking]

I just had LAL+ and it was $12k. It includes any laser treatment up to a year from the surgery date should anything else need to be adjusted after lock-in.

[@LeoCruz-v5b]

@@djplumking thanks

[@rls6079]

My wife looks like you with the frizz 🤣. She uses anti frizz brush with some liquid thingy. Hope this helps and thank you for your advice always ❤

[@ralphwaters8905]

I have 2 questions on the LAL-series lenses. The first is in regard to the need to wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Is this "forever" (a showstopper for me), or just until their shape is finalized by the "Lock-In" exposure? Assuming the latter is the case, what is the typical post-surgery time interval required until this can be completed? (guess 2-3 months) The second question is in regard to the long-term stability of this lens. Has any independent analysis been done to estimate how it will perform after a period of 20 years?

[@AccelerateYourSuccess]

Dr. Lee, what can be done for nystagmus in 2024?

[@cspringer333]

I'm planning on getting LAL but they have been around for years...not so new.

[@congamonty]

It’s the LAL+ that is new.

[@AlexPav788]

Can i do that lenses after RK keratakonus surgery to fix my astigmatism for a lifetime? can this surgery be performed without touching my cornea?

[@bloomz1]

You didn't mention the cost of the premium lenses, can you?

[@brendahennesseereger8609]

I have the mono lens. I wore the mono contract lenses for years. No glasses for me.

[@janetscruising]

I’d like to know you talk about one of them not doing well if you shake or the ice shake or something I have Tourette’s would Tourette’s be something that would be contraindicated with one of the new lenses that you were talking about I didn’t stop and write the name down or put this in. I watch the whole thing first I don’t remember which one specifically it was but I would love to know, would Tourette’s be contraindicated for use with either one of the new lenses that are coming out. One eye is bad enough for cataract surgery and they told me the other one was not I don’t know if that has changed or not. They said something about being allowed to do the other one if this one got done and I’m thinking that’s not the way it works. But also my dad had a very bad time with his cataract surgery back when they used cadaver pieces

[@MicheleLeeMD]

Hi there, if you have a head tremor as part of your Tourette’s, you may not be a candidate for the light adjustable lens (LAL or LAL+) as these lenses require adjustments in the clinic setting. It is important to talk to your surgeon to see what options you have for your surgery. Best of luck!

[@aliciagriggs8531]

Very interesting! Thank you.

[@MicheleLeeMD]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@InWithBothFeet]

I'm watching for the new accommodating lenses like the Lensgen Juvene. Those promise a new era of corrective lenses.

[@MicheleLeeMD]

Yes, it will be interesting to see how it performs compared to what we have now. Lenses get better every year!

[@myobmyob2215]

Juvene still pending? It's been years!

[@InWithBothFeet]

@@myobmyob2215 Unfortunately yes, still not released.

[@alvaritoesquivel875]

Good information!

[@joelswfx]

What about “clear view”?

[@ScottConverse]

What about the Clearview 3?

[@Swenser]

The cost for cataract surgery is criminal in Australia, so I've decided to just become blind and get a Labrador.

[@Allan-et5ig]

Michelle Lee, MD - I'm approaching the time when I'll have to have my cataracts removed and a lens implanted. . An eye doctor told me a few months ago the (not new, availabe in Europe for about 15 years) light adjustable lens has not lived up to expectations and the distance vision correction fails in many patients after a few years - though I suppose this could happen with any lens. . I am a distance guy. I'll live with readers. I've heard that most people like 80% go for distance improvement. No mono vision, or multi vision for me. Assuming a 20/20 outcome for me following surgery with crisp distance vision - how likely my lens will 'move' within 10 years, disrupting that crisp distance vision? . Any faith in Ocumetics and their super lens due for human trials next year? Thanks!

[@alannorthdevonuk763]

Thank you, interesting.

[@mdb1239]

Nothing like being in a GROWTH industry. Come on baby boomers.

[@ricosaurus]

the woman with the glasses trying to read the book looks so so sad ;-(

[@MicheleLeeMD]

I hope you enjoy this video on updated lenses! Let me know if you have any questions or comments and thanks for watching ♥

[@freddiemac1438]

Is there any research ongoing to see if cataracts can be treated rather than having lens removal? Do u think that will ever be achieved?

[@mballer]

Why can't you take out the natural lens, clean it up and put it back in?

[@freddiemac1438]

@@mballer I’m not a dr but it has to be broken up using lasers to remove it from the enclosing capsule I believe.

[@mballer]

@@freddiemac1438 You're not a doctor, you got that part right.

[@freddiemac1438]

@@mballer absolutely - can’t stand the sight of blood

[@braddunbar5976]

Odyssey is better

[@almyers8074]

Yeah the eye surgeon who puts stupid pictures of hers on videos. I wont watch and I certainly would not allow her near my eyes.

[@joeberta368]

Biggest question - DOES MEDICARE OUR INSURANCE cover this lens?

[@commonsense6967]

nope.

[@Danny-dr9vs]

Don't do LAL monovision

[@LeighHuo]

Why?

[@MiroBG359]

why not?