Crystalens
Imagine being able to see your world as well as you did when you were
younger, without the help of glasses or contact lenses. Being seen the way you
want people to see you.
Youthful. Energetic. Vibrant.
Being able to see the way you want to see. Near, far and all distances in
between. Seamlessly. Effortlessly. Naturally. Never missing a child’s smile, the
sparkle of a diamond, a cloud that looks like a face, an important plot twist in
a mystery novel. Imagine a way to do it. Through your own eyes. Imagine all the
possibilities. Imagine Crystalens™.
What is Crystalens?
Crystalens, a single-focus lens, is a cataract replacement lens that works
naturally with your eyes’ muscles to give you the quality of vision you enjoyed
when you were younger. The revolutionary design element that makes Crystalens
the state-of-the-art replacement lens are “hinges” which are designed to allow
the lens to move, or accommodate to focus on objects near, far and all distances
in-between seamlessly.
Unlike old-style fixed focal lenses, which didn’t move, Crystalens has the
ability to move, thus focusing as your eye’s natural lens does. Dr. Cohen will
take precise measurements to insure the correct power selection.
The Crystalens Procedure
The medical procedure to implant the Crystalens is the same safe, proven cataract
surgery performed annually on over 7 million eyes globally. Over 65 million
procedures have been done in the US in the last 25 years.
Typically performed in an outpatient surgical facility, the actual surgery
takes less than 10 minutes. In this procedure, your doctor will place a
few drops in your eye, then use an ultrasonic probe to remove the cloudy lens
from your eye. The Crystalens is then gently placed where your original lens
used to be.
Once surgery is complete, Dr. Cohen will place additional drops in your eye
to prevent infection and decrease inflammation. Because Dr. Cohen creates the incision in a special manner, it heals quickly on its own, without any need for stitches.
Why I've chosen to invest in Crystlens:
The Crystalens offers significant advantages over other kinds of lens
implants and corrective lenses.
- Standard (single vision) lens implants don’t have the ability to provide a
full range of vision. Most people who have single vision lens implants MUST wear
glasses for middle and near vision.
- The Crystalens has the unique ability to focus on objects at varying
distances using the eye’s natural muscle. This means the Crystalens can provide
sharper vision, without corrective lenses, throughout a full range of vision
from near to far and everything in between.
- The Crystalens FDA one-year clinical study results indicate that 92% of the
people enrolled in the study (implanted bilaterally) could see 20/25 or better
at distance, 96% could see 20/20 at arm’s length and 73% could see 20/25 at near
without glasses or contact lenses. What is more exciting is that 98% of these
people could pass their drivers test, 100% could see their computer or put on
their makeup, and 98% could read a magazine, all without glasses or contact
lenses. Also, your ability to see at approximately arm’s length (middle vision)
will be greatly enhanced with the Crystalens.
- With Crystalens, the quality of vision compared to wearing bifocals and/or
trifocals is significantly improved. You’ll have a full range of vision, without
having to tilt your head to find that portion of your glasses that allows you to
see clearly. You simply look at something and the Crystalens, mimicking the
natural focusing ability of your eye, will automatically focus your eye at near,
arm’s length, or distance.
Dr. Cohen will be glad to answer any questions you have about the
Crystalens™. Or to find out more for yourself, just go to www.crystalens.com.
Visian ICL 
More than 50,000 patients have given up the hassle of traditional contact
lenses for the convenience of the Visian ICL, the first lens of its kind to
receive FDA approval.
The Visian ICL is an implantable contact lens that's surgically inserted in
front of the natural lens of the eye. The procedure takes about 15 minutes. The
invisible lens requires no maintenance. It's often an option for those who
aren't good candidates for -- or aren't interested in - LASIK.
About the Visian ICL procedure:
A week or so before your
lens is inserted, Dr. Cohen will make a small opening with a laser to allow
fluid to pass between the lens and the front chamber of the eye.
The actual Visian ICL procedure takes approximately 15 minutes and is
performed on an outpatient basis. Your
eye's natural lens will not be removed. Normally, very little discomfort is
associated with this procedure. Eye drops will be used to numb your eyes and you
may receive a mild sedative. Eye drops or oral medication may be prescribed
after your procedure.
Why I offer our patients the Visian ICL:
- Quality of vision - The Visian ICL offers sharp, clear
vision with excellent contrast. The lens is made of Collamer, an unique material
that transmits light and reduces reflections that can interfere with vision.
- Safety - This unique lens is inserted through a micro
incision. The procedure takes approximately 15 minutes and is performed on an
outpatient basis.
- Removable - The Visian ICL doesn't change the structure of
the eye or the cornea. Although it's designed to be permanent, it can be removed
with a simple surgical procedure.
- Invisible and undetectable - You won't be able to see the
Visian ICL in your eye, and neither will anybody else. Exceptional quality of
vision will be the only reminder that you have a Visian ICL.
- Excellent for a wide range of vision correction needs -
Anyone seeking clear vision may be a candidate for the Visian ICL, including
patients with thin corneas or extreme vision correction needs. The Visian ICL
does not cause or contribute to dry eyes.
Dr. Cohen will be glad to answer any questions you have
about the Visian ICL. Or to find out more for yourself, just go to http://www.visianinfo.com/.
IOLMaster
In cataract and some refractive surgery, or lens-replacement procedures, vision is improved by
replacing the eye's natural lens with an intra-ocular lens (IOL). IOLs come in
different powers and sizes to compensate for each patient's individual needs.
For best vision after cataract surgery, precise measurements must be taken to
determine which IOL to implant. The IOLMaster is a high-precision instrument
revolutionizing all previous techniques and setting a new standard for IOL
calculations, called optical biometry.
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Optical biometry using IOLMaster does not subject our patients to any
discomfort. No local anesthesia is required and there is no risk associated with
taking the measurements.
Why I've invested in the IOLMaster:
- The difference between good vision and great vision after cataract surgery
can be attributed your surgeon's skills and to the diagnostic technology used to calculate the appropriate
IOL. This technology in my hands provides our patients with the opportunity for the best
possible visual outcome.
- The IOLMaster is a great advancement in IOL calculation.
- The risk of confusing right and left eye measurements is eliminated with
this technology. The IOLMaster automatically detects the right or left eye while
taking the measurement.
- Axis length, corneal radii and anterior-chamber depth of the eye are
measured with the IOLMaster. Multiple instruments integrated into one location
provides our patients with a higher level of comfort.
- Measuring the eye with the IOLMaster takes less time than using ultrasound,
the traditional form of measurement that requires anesthesia.
Heidelberg Retinal Tomographer
It is estimated that over two million Americans have some type of glaucoma
and half of them do not know it. Because vision lost to glaucoma cannot be
restored, early detection and treatment is essential.
During the past decade, major eye centers around the world have used scanning
laser systems from Heidelberg Engineering for their research and clinical
work.
The Heidelberg Retinal Tomographer is an advanced diagnostic tool that can
detect glaucoma at its earliest stages. To develop this technology, Heidelberg
Engineering integrated the experience from more than one million exams, advice
from hundreds of users, and research data from around the world. They added to
that the latest available technology in electronics, optics, and software,
creating a glaucoma detection system that has become the system of choice for
ophthalmologists throughout the world.
Why I've invested in the Heidelberg Retinal Tomographer:
- Study results have confirmed the technology provides consistent data leading
to precise diagnosis of glaucoma.
- The Heidelberg can accurately differentiate between normal eyes and early
glaucomatous eyes - before any vision loss has occurred.
- The three-dimensional analysis by laser scanning tomography has been shown
to be superior to all other imaging technologies.
- Because of its advantages, this technology is now generally accepted and
used to provide the best service possible for glaucoma patients and patients at
risk.
Complete Ophthalmic Services
Selecting the best eyewear for you and your specific needs is paramount. For continuity of care, we strongly encourage you to use our optical referrals. With access to a complete line of technically-advanced, designer eyewear including glasses and contact lenses, our staff can direct you to the best location for care and service that you need in achieving clearer and accurate vision. They have the wealth of experience and offer the peace of mind you'll want in making eyewear choices.
We can help you with the latest fashions to help make you look your best and use high-quality lens material to help you see your best. We can also give you prescriptions for "over-the counter" reading glasses and sunglasses (with and without prescription).
What's New
Conductive Keratoplasty, Visian ICL's, Intralase Lasik
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