TECNISTECNIS® Aspheric IOLThe TECNIS aspheric IOL not only improves vision at a range of distances, but also increases visual acuity in a variety of lighting conditions. In youth, the cornea and the natural lens of the eye are in balance, working together to deliver sharp vision day and night. Over time, the shape of the natural lens gradually changes and doesn’t work as well with the cornea. For some people, even without the complications of cataracts, there is a lowering of functional vision because of reduced contrast sensitivity. Reduced contrast sensitivity means it’s more difficult to recognize details, especially in low light. A traditional IOL restores vision, but it doesn’t restore the balance between the cornea and the lens. The clear vision it delivers is that of a healthy older person. The TECNIS IOL, with its aspheric design, restores the youthful relationship between the cornea and the lens, resulting in improved contrast sensitivity that provides vision that is more similar to that of a healthy young adult. Contrast sensitivity is especially important for night driving, something that many adults give up as their night vision diminishes. TECNIS can improve contrast sensitivity by as much as 53 percent, restoring confidence and independence. It can improve safety, as well, by providing more time to react to unexpected situations. Not everyone is an appropriate candidate for the TECNIS IOL. Contact Dr. Behler to schedule an exam and learn if TECNIS is right for you.
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