Customizable Vision Solutions
Intraocular Lens (IOL) Options
At Rudd Vision we offer a range of IOL options to help you achieve the best possible vision after cataract surgery, a benefit we call Lifestyle Vision Options. Located in Puyallup and serving patients from Olympia to Tacoma and extending to Seattle, WA, Dr. Jay Rudd is dedicated to helping you choose the right Lifestyle Vision Option for you. He utilizes the assortment of advanced technology IOLs and personalized care to enhance your vision and quality of life. Discover your ideal vision solution with Dr. Rudd’s expert guidance.
- What is an IOL?
- Lifestyle Vision Options
- Lifestyle Vision Options Comparison Chart
- Maximum Independence from Glasses
- Distance or Near Vision Correction
- Standard Vision Correction
- Light Adjustable Lens™
- Why Choose Rudd Vision for Cataract Surgery?
- Frequently Asked Questions About IOLs & Cataract Surgery
What is an IOL?
Cataracts form when proteins clump together on the lens of the eye, causing cloudy and blurry vision. During cataract surgery, the cloudy lens is removed and replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to restore clear vision. IOLs are also used during refractive lens exchange (RLE) surgery, which is an identical procedure to cataract surgery but is performed for solely elective reasons to improve a patient’s vision without glasses.
Custom Vision Correction
Lifestyle Vision Options
At Rudd Vision, we are excited to offer a full range of vision correction options with cataract surgery and refractive lens exchange (RLE). When removing a cataract or dysfunctional lens, we have the ability to correct your vision to the point where you should not need glasses for everyday tasks. Patients may choose standard cataract surgery, using standard lenses. This standard surgery is covered by insurance and can sometimes correct vision at a single range.
We are truly fortunate to live in an era where technological advancements have revolutionized vision correction. Dr. Rudd is thrilled to offer a full range of premium IOL options, enabling him to tailor each patient’s vision correction to match their unique goals and lifestyle. This breakthrough allows for unparalleled customization, ensuring that every patient enjoys the best possible results for their vision needs. We call these Lifestyle Vision Options.
Lifestyle Vision Options Comparison Chart
Maximum Independence from Glasses
For those seeking maximum independence from glasses, this premium option is designed to allow patients to spend 90-95% of their day glasses-free. This is excellent for individuals who want to minimize their reliance on glasses1 for most daily activities and reduce the risk of falls as they age.2 This approach is especially beneficial for those experiencing presbyopia or dysfunctional lens syndrome, as it addresses a wide range of vision needs. Typically, it involves a combination of a multifocal IOL (MFIOL) in one eye and an extended depth of focus (EDOF) IOL in the other. However, Dr. Rudd will customize the combination to best meet your unique needs and lifestyle, ensuring optimal vision at multiple distances.
Distance or Near Vision Correction
This vision correction option is designed for patients who want their sharpest vision at a specific distance. With this option, Dr. Rudd maximizes your vision through astigmatism correction, along with implanting a monofocal IOL. You can choose to have clear vision for distance, near tasks, or a combination where one eye is set for distance and the other for near (blended vision). Although this option provides excellent clarity at the chosen distance, it requires wearing glasses for other activities such as reading or using a computer. As a result, this option is less common because Dr. Rudd feels it will require bifocal glasses later in life, along with possibly creating some imbalance/depth perception issues that may result in instability as one ages. However, this may be the best option for patients with several underlying eye disorders (macular degeneration, glaucoma, etc.)
Advanced Vision Correction
Standard, or monofocal IOLs are considered a necessary part of cataract surgery and are covered by insurance. These lenses replace a lens clouded by cataracts and can also improve vision at a single range (near or distance). Because standard IOLs have a single focal point, they cannot correct astigmatism or vision at multiple ranges. Most patients choose to correct their distance vision during cataract surgery, which means they will still need to at least wear bifocals or reading glasses for near tasks. Studies3 have shown that wearing bifocals increases the risk of falls as patients age.4
Leaders In Vision Correction
Why Choose Rudd Vision for Cataract Surgery?
At Rudd Vision, we believe in more than just correcting your vision; we’re dedicated to enhancing your entire life through superior cataract care. Led by the highly experienced ophthalmologist Dr. Jay Rudd, our approach to cataract surgery sets a new standard in eye care, combining cutting-edge technology with a personalized touch.
- Unmatched Quality and Care: Our use of state-of-the-art technology, combined with Dr. Rudd’s extensive expertise in laser cataract surgery, ensures optimal outcomes tailored to your specific vision needs. Each procedure is meticulously planned and executed to achieve the best possible results.
- A Team Approach: The journey through cataract surgery at Rudd Vision is supported by a cohesive, dedicated team that ensures every part of your experience is seamless and comforting. Our staff works closely with each patient, providing support and guidance every step of the way. Your primary eye care provider is an essential part of our team, assisting in your pre- and post-operative care to ensure a smooth transition back to normal eye exams.
- Office-Based Surgery Suite: Our serene in-office surgery suite offers a comfortable and calming environment for your cataract procedure. The same caring staff who guide you through the consultation will be with you throughout the surgery. Typically, patients receive topical anesthesia with minimal sedation, avoiding the need for IVs. Family members can accompany patients in the pre- and post-operative areas, with a dedicated viewing area to reassure them that their loved one is in excellent hands.
- An Exceptional Experience: From your first visit to your post-operative care, every interaction at Rudd Vision is designed to make you feel valued and respected. Our welcoming environment and the genuine care from our team ensure that each visit is more than just a medical appointment—it’s a step towards a better quality of life.
- Customized Lens Selection: Dr. Rudd, in collaboration with his patients, customizes the appropriate IOL options, routinely achieving spectacle independence. This personalized approach ensures that your vision correction aligns with your lifestyle and preferences.
Choose Rudd Vision for your cataract surgery, and experience a transformation that goes beyond vision correction—into a clearer, brighter future.
Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions About IOLs & Cataract Surgery
When cataract surgery is deemed a medical necessity, it is covered by insurance. However, depending on the visual outcome you desire, you might incur out-of-pocket costs for the vision correction option selected for your cataract surgery.
- Maximum Independence: With this option, the cost of cataract surgery is covered, but not the cost of the extra effort/techniques/IOLs in this package.
- Near or Distance Vision: With this option, the cost of cataract surgery is covered, but not the cost of the extra effort/techniques/IOLs in this package.
- Standard Lens: This option is typically covered by insurance, but you will still need to wear glasses after cataract surgery.
If your goal is to achieve your best vision without depending on glasses after cataract surgery, premium Lifestyle Vision Options with advanced IOLs are the ideal solution. While these premium options used during cataract surgery may come at a higher cost, Dr. Rudd’s patients feel that this investment in their visual freedom is well worthwhile. To make these premium LIfestyle Vision Options accessible to everyone, we offer various payment plans as well as interest-free financing options.
Cataract surgery involves replacing the eye’s clouded natural lens with an IOL to restore clear vision. In contrast, refractive lens exchange (RLE) is the same surgical procedure performed for elective reasons, prior to the development of visually significant cataracts. RLE aims to correct refractive errors and is not covered by insurance. For those looking to enhance their vision through RLE, we provide cost-effective financing options.
Yes, you can undergo cataract surgery after having LASIK. However, the planning for cataract surgery can be more complex in patients who have had LASIK or other refractive surgeries like PRK. The main difficulty lies in accurately determining the power of the intraocular lens (IOL) needed, as previous surgeries have altered the cornea’s shape. Fortunately, with time, we have been able to offer some of our Lifestyle options for the post LASIK, PRK and RK patients. Dr. Rudd will work with you, and optimize the lens choice that is best for your eyes.
How Do I Know Which IOL Is Right For Me?
Choosing the right IOL is a critical decision that Dr. Rudd personally assists with during a detailed consultation. In this session, Dr. Rudd conducts a comprehensive eye and vision examination and takes the time to understand your visual goals and lifestyle needs. Based on this thorough evaluation, Dr. Rudd will recommend the Lifestyle Vision Option that best suits your specific requirements, ensuring you achieve the best possible vision outcome. To get started on your journey to clearer vision, schedule a consultation with Dr. Rudd today at Rudd Vision in Puyallup, where we serve patients from Olympia through Tacoma, and up to Seattle, WA.
Book a Consultation1 Menant JC, St George RJ, Sandery B, Fitzpatrick RC, Lord SR. Older people contact more obstacles when wearing multifocal glasses and performing a secondary visual task. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2009 Oct;57(10):1833-8. doi: 10.1111/j.1532-5415.2009.02436.x. Epub 2009 Aug 18. PMID: 19694864. Available: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19694864/. Accessed June 6, 2024.
2 Johnson L, Buckley JG, Harley C, Elliott DB. Use of single-vision eyeglasses improves stepping precision and safety when elderly habitual multifocal wearers negotiate a raised surface. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2008 Jan;56(1):178-80. doi: 10.1111/j.1532-5415.2007.01485.x. PMID: 18184217. Available: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18184217/. Accessed June 6, 2024.
3 Menant JC, St George RJ, Sandery B, Fitzpatrick RC, Lord SR. Older people contact more obstacles when wearing multifocal glasses and performing a secondary visual task. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2009 Oct;57(10):1833-8. doi: 10.1111/j.1532-5415.2009.02436.x. Epub 2009 Aug 18. PMID: 19694864. Available: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19694864/. Accessed June 6, 2024.
4 Johnson L, Buckley JG, Harley C, Elliott DB. Use of single-vision eyeglasses improves stepping precision and safety when elderly habitual multifocal wearers negotiate a raised surface. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2008 Jan;56(1):178-80. doi: 10.1111/j.1532-5415.2007.01485.x. PMID: 18184217. Available: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18184217/. Accessed June 6, 2024.
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