Over 45 and considering LASIK, Lens replacement or Cataract surgery? ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW.

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Dr. Shannon Wong's Symfony Lens Experience! The doctor is the patient. Vlog#14.: • Dr. Shannon Wong's Sym...
2 weeks after symfony lens. First-hand experience from ophthalmologist - Shannon Wong, MD. Vlog #15: • 2 weeks after symfony ...
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The 5 procedures that we discuss are:
1 LASIK
2 Premium Lens Replacement
3 Premium Cataract Surgery
4 Astigmatism-correcting cataract surgery
5 Basic Cataract Surgery
00:43 Refractive surgery is age-based
00:52 How the eye focuses and changes with age and the associated treatments - laser vs non-laser
6:14 LASIK for 20-40 year olds
6:52 Premium lens replacement is the best treatment for 45-65 year olds
8:16 What is the right time to have lens replacement or cataract surgery?
10:31 Benefits and Realistic expectations with Premium lens replacement or Premium cataract surgery with the Panoptix lens
12:03 What are the main risks of Premium lens replacement and premium cataract surgery
17:09 Costs: how much does Premium lens replacement or premium cataract surgery cost in our practice?
Financial disclosure: I have no financial interest in any of the products presented in this video. My goal is that we deliver the best technology for each patient to help them see their best.

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@modestofontanez3343 2 года назад

This is an excellent, comprehensive and highly informative presentation. My big frustration with the medical profession is how they cave into the health insurance industry to the detriment of the citizenry. There is absolutely NOTHING “cosmetic” about visual impairment REGARDLESS of age!!!!

@DoctorK279 Год назад

Yep! 👍🏾

@robertfreeman8614 Год назад

Perfectly stated. This could be said about hearing impairments as well.

@frootlooper Год назад

Had lens replaced at 60. I knew I was blind in one eye. Found out it was actually both eyes. Life changing.

@Thetequilashooter1 Год назад

I had Lasic surgery in my earlier 30s. When I turned 40 I started seeing a yellowish tinge. By the time I turned 43 my eyesight really went downhill and couldn’t drive at night. I ended up getting cataract surgery. During the process they broke up the lens and I could actually see it being yellowish. Afterwards I had to have small holes put in the lens by laser. It was because I had protein buildup, which are the floaties that you sometimes see, but mine were bad enough to impair my vision. All these surgeries were done on the same day. In the end, I don’t need reading glasses, and I have 20-20 vision in one eye, and 20-15 in the other. If anyone is scared and is contemplating any of these surgeries, don’t be. The surgery is well worth it.

@feelingtardy Год назад

no doubt. i know a guy who used to wear extremely thick glasses. not too long ago, he wasn't wearing any. he had lens replacement and now has 20/20 without any correctives. it's amazing

@jimsy2008 Год назад

You could have tried earthing/grounding before the surgery.

@kingforaday8725 Год назад

Ive been advised I need this surgery. Ive had many many friends, relatives, acquaintances who have advised me its well worth it and I should "git er done"! However, after seeing and reading what is done I have a psychological block against having it done. Its just something I have to work through in my head!

@deeharper1364 Год назад

@@kingforaday8725 If you need a cataract surgery, pls do consider getting it sooner than later because if it deteriorates too far you might have a harder recovery.

@sootuckchoong7077 Год назад

But you have experienced a LASIK problem at first. Is it still considered safe?

@jimsmotoringmayhem Год назад

Sitting here crying watching this😢 I have glaucoma and am blind in my left eye, my right eye has a cataract and is blurry for things further than 5ft away☹️ my life is so miserable and I’ll never be able to afford this treatment but such a great video giving hope to people ❤️

@raeseay Год назад

Just had cataract surgery on my second eye 2 weeks ago and opted for premium lenses. Best money I have ever spent. It’s like I’m seeing the world for the first time. Every day I am grateful for second sight. I wore multifocal glasses for 35 years and now can see distance, mid range and close perfectly.

@RickACG Год назад

What lens did you choose?

@SgtD1981 4 месяца назад

Where did you have it done in which lens did you choose?

@youtubevanced4900 Год назад

My wife was virtually blind without glasses. We got her lens implants about 10 years ago and it completely corrected her vision. Now she's back to glasses again though.

@abull9579 2 года назад

I’m a ophthalmologist that does the same surgeries as you and I love your videos and how transparent and clear you are in your presentation. Your videos have helped me become a better doctor. Thank you for all you do.

@shameerajauffurally1216 2 года назад

hiii if you don't mind I want to asked you something I have a problem in my left eye I don't see clearly with it in hospital they have give me injection in my left eyes I want to know if my eyes can be treated plzzz hope you don't mind

@katherinelok7689 2 года назад

How much does the premium lens replacement usually costs?

@neilreid2298 Год назад

@@katherinelok7689 Had it done a month ago. About $8,500 for both eyes. Worth it.

@davidlo168888 Год назад

Age-related cataract doesn't need IOL surgery. Why? The culprits of age-related cataract: a. nonenzymatic glycation; b. oxidative stress c. polyol pathway God's mercy nano-grade eye drops can cure age-related cataracts. More than 1000 age-related cataract patients have been cured by nano-grade eye drops. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-XgUDQgv0JIA.html All glory belongs to God !

@davidlo168888 Год назад

@@katherinelok7689 Age-related cataract doesn't need IOL surgery. Why? The culprits of age-related cataract: a. nonenzymatic glycation; b. oxidative stress c. polyol pathway God's mercy nano-grade eye drops can cure age-related cataracts. More than 1000 age-related cataract patients have been cured by nano-grade eye drops. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-XgUDQgv0JIA.html All glory belongs to God !

@madogblue Год назад

I was a very nearsighted -13 diopter correction. I developed cataracts. I got IOL implants. Even though its typically not done,, I insisted that during the surgery the doctor used a laser system to measure my eye and insure the best lens power was selected. They chose a monovision old school lens due the the high myopia. The results were amazing and no side effects that sometimes happen with multifocal lenses such as Starburst or halo's when driving. I still need reading glasses as we expected and driving glasses at night, but I am thrilled with the results. I did not realiz that you eyes keep changing as you age. Even after 3 years my eyes are at a -.25, and -.5 correction. After being so nearsighted my whole life, its amazing.

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@compoundfracture4661 Год назад

This video randomly popped up in my feed. I just wanted to comment that Dr. Wong did my LASIK surgery in 2009 when I was 27 and it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I was nearsighted before the procedure and to this day I’m still 20/20 with no reliance on glasses.

@ShannonWongMD Год назад

Glad you are still seeing well!

@nelsunshine5491 Год назад

Which country do the dr reside please

@thedualtransition6070 Год назад

Eight years ago I had a torn retina fixed free of charge by the British NHS. Then three years ago a torn retina in the other eye fixed free by the Ontario, Canada heath system. After a while I got scarring on the retina (a known possibility with torn retina surgery) and ended up with lens replacement in both eyes done free in Ontario. Went from being near-sighted to 20-20 and 20-16, and also got the combined lenses for reading (you pay the extra for the combined lens) - so now can see and read perfectly after a lifetime of wearing glasses/contact lenses. Only "problem" is that I can spot the spiders on my bedroom ceiling! Good sight is so central to quality of life, no one should be scared of regaining their sight nor have to worry about the cost.

@darrenboggs575 Год назад

Dr Wong, you did my lasik back in October 2002! 20 years later, I’m still going strong! So great to see you again. I think I have the picture from then. Will try and dig it up

@dancingdelilah4801 Год назад

I had cataract removal in 2020. I have also been very near sighted my entire life and needed to wear corrective lenses or contact lenses at all times. Around 40 I also had to wear progressive bifocal lenses. I of course could see nothing at a distance without my glasses on. But I could see really well anything up close with my glasses off. After Lasix cataract removal my up-close vision is GONE. Far away I can see just fine....but close up, everything is one big blur. I look at myself in the mirror, washing my face, trying to apply make-up (I've practically quit even trying to apply make-up), clipping my nails etc. is one massive blur. Even house cleaning where things are too close to me are now difficult tasks because I can't see when everything is so blurry. So now I have to wear the 2.50 readers at ALL TIMES on the end of my nose because we constantly look down at something or need to see things close up. I can no longer dial my phone, use my remote, type on my keypad, write a note, bathe and groom my dogs & on & on & on without these dang readers hanging off my nose. Needless to say......I have been depressed ever since this happened to me. I really miss being able to see close up.

@DoctorK279 Год назад

I’m so very sorry! I know EXACTLY the pain that you’re going through! Since my Precizon Presbyopic multifocal IOL surgery at 41 years old (meant as a gift to myself), I have given up on applying make-up as I can’t see myself in the mirror without reading glasses on. Which was the very reason I wanted to be “glasses-independent”…I wanted to wear lashes like other girls/women 😢 (BAD DECISION)! Vacuuming, cooking, laundry, electronics, brushing teeth, shaving, nail clipping, plaiting hair, seeing time on watch, ANYTHING close-up, requires readers of various types (+2.50 & +3.00 & +3.50 for reading) + bright lights (can’t see in the dark), (+1.00 & +2.00 for nearsightedness). I’ve soon realised that one reader can’t fix all🤯😠! I’ve given up on hobbies like painting🎨 , drawing ✍️, photography 📸 & sewing 🧵 🪡 , swimming 🏊‍♀️ & playing pool 🎱 for now, as I can’t see sh£t close-up. It is indeed frustrating & I’d rather have nearsightedness any day as we mostly live to do close-up things. I’d do ANYTHING to have that split second back and not have done this surgery. It’s a depressing journey & acknowledging this is the first step! Please don’t go through this alone. The depression from this is real! I’m almost at the acceptance stage & it’s ok to go through the stages of grief/loss over “normalcy”. My suggestion is to perhaps speak with somebody & have a support network (a close friend, family, spouse, counsellor, therapist, etc.). Also have a TRUSTED Opthalmologist consult, perhaps a different one, for non-invasive alternatives. Maybe there’s glasses or contact lenses to help you. I’ve got multifocal corrective glasses (which are practically useless). I feel 42 years old going on 70 with various readers above my nose everytime now & a table full of multiple ones. This not something a young person can easily get used to, and YES, it IS depressing. Please don’t go through it alone. 🫂

@jakethehud Год назад

For about 30 years, I needed bifocals as I had blurred vision when reading. During that time, I had about 4 prescription changes. In my middle 60's, I had cataract surgery with lens replacement done on both eyes. Here in Canada, this is payed for through OHIP, The second surgery is done 3 months after the first one, allowing the eye to fully adjust to the new vision. The vision in my left eye was 20/20 and 20/25 in my right eye. The only time I wear glasses is to read small print such as labeling on canned goods or pharmaceuticals, or reading in low light areas. I was in a car accident when I was 71, not my fault, but I had to do my drivers exam, road test and vision test over again. I passed the vision test with ease. When I was 73, I had to have YAG surgery done when my posterior capsule became cloudy causing a secondary cataract. I am now 79 and I still have the same vision as I had after my cataract surgery 14 years ago. It was such a relief to see clearly again and not having to put on glasses. Everyone I knew commented on how different I appeared, not only in looks but in attitude.

@evelynchancellor6429 Год назад

Easy to understand, honest and complete presentation of the all treatments available for all presbyopia sufferers. Thank you so much.

@andrespibiri1791 7 месяцев назад

I was strongly short sighted but I used an amazing short distance sight. I had LASIK in both eyes when I was 32 yo, i picked the most expensive clinic in Europe at that time. I had post surgery issues in both eyes and the vision was not that good... Actually month by month was getting worse. My good short distance sight was lost for ever. I had a second LASIK on my right eye only, as the left one the surgeon said "let's keep it with some short sight because after 40s it would be better for short distance". Now I'm 48 yo, I have a slight shortsightness on the right eye and an heavy one on the left eye. At close distance just my left eye give me some reading capability. At night I have plenty of sight disturbance. I regret having LASIK.

@jasebrooks5983 Год назад

Dr. Wong was my Lasik surgeon in the early 2000s. Love that this video showed up for me just as my mid-forties eye issues began.

@chowieeeee Год назад

This is the most comprehensive and best explanation of all the options, hows and whys. Thank you !! I've learnt more in this vid than I have the past 8 years of laser eye surgery enquiries I've made with four different clinics.

@MsTreker54 Год назад

Love your video! I had bilateral premium lens replacement in late 2021-I am so happy I did it. $7000.00 later, I can see near, far and in-between. I even was able to have the ‘glasses’ restriction removed from my driver’s license.

@SnowboardPlata Год назад

I don't know how this popped into my feed, but you have to feel good everyday making people see better, what a great job to have

@reneecassidy7279 2 года назад

Very informative video. As someone who will be going through cataract surgery this year, I appreciate the clarity and honesty of your presentation!

@um8440 2 года назад

Im going to vietnam to have it done, its cheap there.

@me-xx2gl 2 года назад

I'm 75 and have had some health challenges this last year. I was planning on working toward cataract surgery, but was interrupted by breast cancer. I also have pellucid, near sightedness and astigmatism. Worn glasses since age 10. Need to find a cornea specialist to do cataract surgery.

@sureshsarat5298 9 месяцев назад

Most transparent and honest explanation , wish I could consult him

@Info4JPerez Год назад

I have been in the Ophthalmology field for over 20 years and this information is so helpful for all patients considering Lasik surgery after a certain age. I alway informed patients to consider waiting for Catarct surgery and put the $ towards a specialty lens.

@madgiboogeohagen4590 2 года назад

Thank you for your thorough explanations of cataract surgery. I understand it better now. Thank you.

@thevgirl5428 Год назад

Wow. Thank you for taking the time to go over all this information. This was awesome. I have a mild cataract and am terrified of someone touching my eyes. I don't know how well the valium works, but it was good to hear that the surgery only takes about ten minutes. You covered everything. Thank you so much.

@lisalisa5557 Год назад

Find out if your doctor even cuts where there’s a nerve. My doctor never cut a nerve. I had NO pain afterwards. My Lasik years earlier on the other hand was weeks of painful healing.

@hayestoph Год назад

Excellent video. All my questions answered and no hiding the risks. Science at its best.

@stanwhite2579 9 месяцев назад

I'm the teacher, and this is one of the best presentations I've seen! Thank you. I am now ready for my surgery tomorrow.

@markb.4247 Год назад

Dr. Wong did my LASIK almost 20 years ago. He is fantastic and I highly recommend him.

@mylatito4355 Год назад

I learned something new today. He explained things slowly and clearly, which i really appreciated. And he already anticipated the questions we would have in our minds. I will save money for this premium lens replacement

@hildasantos4473 2 года назад

thank you, i had great difficulty in making a decision to have cataract surgery. i see very well with reading glasses but the cataract surgery is to alleviate increased ocular pressures due to closed angle (not yet glaucoma but close to it) because of your videos and clear explanations i feel confident enough to take my chances with cataract surgery with a single lens. BTW I am 79 yrs old again i can not thank you enough.

@iskaykabeya609 2 года назад

Please give me surgery money. I am very broke for years now

@zanthiel2009 Год назад

He performed Lasik on his wife and two son... enough said I believe in his work!

@lyndasmith593 Год назад

Best video for all new patients. I've had one basic cataract done two days ago and I did not get any of this information. I won't go into details but if I would have seen this video prior to having my surgery it might have gone smoother because I would have understood what they were doing and why instead of going in and hoping for the best. IV sedation was not adequate in my case and it was painful. In two more weeks I have the other eye done and I can't say that I'm looking forward to it. Thank you so much for putting this on RU-vid

@angelaharris1112 Год назад

I just saw my Dr yesterday and have severe cataracts in both eyes. Was so happy I wasn't going blind and this can be easily fixed! My Dr said they are so bad glasses would not help, not surprised by that.

@maylee4934 2 года назад

Thank you very informative video 55 years old and doctor told me I have cataract in one eye. Was thinking that when I turned 50 wanted to get my eyes lasik but told I would still need glasses to see near. Glad that I still have options.

@johnfelipe5408 11 месяцев назад

This is probably the only honest video about the risk and what to expect after surgery. I had less replacement in the UK and I am now suffering with Dysphotopsia

@davidjones8070 Год назад

That was the most comprehensive and compassionate video ive ever seen on vision correction. Im 59 and thinking seriously about the lens replacement. However using my own Doctor of 20 plus years im not sure his conservative nature would even have me consider this. Im going to check in to this further. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

@zeffster2 Год назад

I had Lasik done at age 31 in 2011. Not sure what kind of Lasik. My vision is still good, no glasses, but they told me back then that I should expect a decline in vision after 10 years. So Im lurking what the latest tech is and if my sight goes bad again. I’ll do it again without hesitation. This looks great, so thanks for making this video.

@theboatcheat1204 Год назад

Really interesting video. I had EDOF lenses a few years ago, and don’t need reading glasses at all - vision from distant to about 30 cm is perfect. I am completely impressed and so glad I did it!

@edthom2210 2 года назад

This is most detailed video I ever saw covering everything in detail.

@groundfaultbob 2 года назад

Thank you Dr Wong for your excellent explanation of what I peceived to be far worse procedure.

@vicsanchez5100 Год назад

I salute you Doctor your way of talking is clear, concise, informative and very interesting. For sure I will recommend you to my friends.

@buddyvillafane2187 Год назад

Excellently explained. December 2022 I will be 70 yrs old and am definitely going to permanent Lens Replacement. Thank you

@bme7491 2 года назад

I had LASIK about 20 years ago (at about 40 years old) and would NOT recommend it. First I ended up with "dry eye" , second my vision eventually returned to the original far-sighted with astigmatism. Third it cost me $3500. I was without the need for glasses for only a few years.

@clint1285 10 месяцев назад

so now you just need readers?

@bme7491 10 месяцев назад

@@clint1285 No. I wear corrective lenses. Regardless, the dry eye has been the worst side effect of the procedure.

@oseasviewer7108 7 месяцев назад

That all sounds very familiar including the dry eye caused by severed nerves as a consequence of surgery - healing takes time (for me12 years) and the dry eye remedy was application of preservative free lubricating eye drops because I discovered that I was allergic to preservatives. Single use phial application was convenient and avoided risk of product contamination. Cataract surgery is now on the list and I shall delay as long as I can.

@Wind-Chime Год назад

Your presentation was extremely thorough. I really appreciate your discussion of price. Normally it is very difficult to get this information. I also liked how you covered additional surgery if necessary. 😊

@Rpmsailor 2 года назад

Dr Wong thank you for your fantastic explanation of all the options available.

@tsotsoosteph9464 2 года назад

Very good on the cost. AT Least people can work out what they can afford and how to pay for it. Honesty is the best remedy. Thanks

@jerryfriday8619 Год назад

I had this done when I was 81 and glad I did .I now don't need glasses to drive .just when I read close up things or work on my computer.things are so much brighter.

@lynnbee0 Год назад

I just had glaucoma and cataract surgery, they had to put a stent inside my eye, wow! What a difference, my vision is great, I never realized how beautiful all the colors of this world is! I will have the next surgery in a couple of weeks, I can honestly say, I’ve had, no pain, no bruising, just great sight! Can you do a video on glaucoma and cataract surgery. I very much enjoyed your video! Thanks for all the great information.

@lachminsarjue6248 Год назад

Now I will go ahead and book my cataracts surgery,you have been excellent in explaining it all,thank you so much,

@777thlee Год назад

What a great presentation. I'm so glad I took the time to watch it. Albeit, from Canada, the information you have provided has opened my eyes to more than what I was looking into (Lasik surgery). Thank you very much, you are one heck of an orator!

@reelcs 2 года назад

Dr. Wong your videos are one if not the only comprehensive and condice informative resource available that I have found! I am referencing you video to help me make the best decision possible for first time cataract lens replacement surgery. Please keep it up you are doing a great public service! I am 53 yrs old now and have cataract on right eye. Thank you!

@RamboX-lw9bn Год назад

Thanks Dr Wong. I love how you present your videos in such an interesting and informative way.

@user-eo5ju9fg6m Год назад

Thank you, Dr. Wish you were closer!

@kevanswift7797 Год назад

I had surgery three months ago in the UK, do to blurry vision a worse at night, halo’s and being blinded by these new white car headlight, caused by cataract in my left eye and developing in my right eye, my eye pressures were high too. Went private and the company were one of the best in the UK and you only get one pair of eyes. Didn’t mind wearing glasses, and wanted near vision for my hobbies, they gave me good distance vision in my right eye and better close vision in my left, worked out great, do need reading glasses for very small print and reading a lot. Very happy and the eye pressures have dropped to normal.

@terrymoore5000 2 года назад

Thankyou Doctor. You explained that video of the cataract surgery very well. 👍😊

@77.88. 2 года назад

I had cataract surgery at age 81 as my eyes were blinded either by the sun and or brighter car light and I kept having blurred eye sight and they kept telling I was OK and did not need a vision change, I told them apparently your idea of my vision is different than what I am seeing. Thanks to an old eye doctor at VA hospital cleared me for cataract surgery, now the sun may be bright, but does not hurt and prevent me from seeing? Next it took a number of months for my brain and eyes married so now I can see better with corrective glasses and cataract surgery.

@Evertruth28 Год назад

Thanks for a truly concise elucidation of Eye and Vision Correction.

@ThePapawhisky 2 года назад

First let me say how much I hate insurance. Thanks. I learned a lot from this video. I’m 65 and have been wearing glasses for a few years now. I love the idea of seeing the way I used to.

@johngalv9288 Год назад

I haven't found an ophthalmologist near me that I trust! that's why I haven't done it yet. I asked my previous doctor to explain risks and options, he had nothing! I told him I had concerns since my wife had it done some years ago, he said ok ask your wife. dah!!! That seems to be a problem with doctors around here in NJ. - similar situation with other issues. I'm not the type to jump off a cliff without knowing the risks. Thanks for the video! Much appreciated.

@chandrachauhan4068 2 года назад

Thank you. This was very helpful. I have family history of multiple eye issues. Along with hereditary degenerative issues. This is something I am educating myself about to ensure i manage my eyes realistically as I age.

@nonamegivenatbirth 2 года назад

This is the most informative video. Thank you so much for posting this!

@AS-tt8ui Год назад

I opted for the basic monofocal lens because I wanted the sharpest and best contrast distance vision. I didn't want halos and diminished dim light issues. I've never had better night vision while driving (age 71) Wearing reading glasses for small print is not a problem for me.

@perceptions-wq5ro Год назад

Helpful information indeed. ThQ. Mumbai India

@garyExposMtl 2 года назад

I've watched many videos about lens replacement surgeries and none were as informative as this one. This is great, thank you. I didn't realize the halo issue (14:00) was as serious as this. I also didn't know the risks (12:30) were as high they are. It's really an eye opener. Lots to consider before I make a decision but after watching this video, I'm really leaning on keeping my glasses for now. Maybe wait for safer technologies to be invented eventually. Thank you again.

@mikeg2491 Год назад

I’m 39 and now finally have the finances to afford lasik if I wanted to, but when you get older you just stop giving a shit about looking more handsome and I’m not out doing crazy extreme sporting hobbies. I’d rather deal with glasses the rest of my life than risk spending the rest of it half-blind or in agony.

@fairyprincess911 Год назад

I’m leaning into the cost of glasses vs eye surgery and glasses 👓 are winning

@bettyraynor-davis9 2 года назад

Dr Wong, I have recently viewed many of your informative videos since my eye Dr scheduled me for Cataract Surgery and IOL replacement. I am 64. One of your videos referred me to this one that had a wealth of information for me. Two of your videos touched on the PanOptix which my Dr has recommended for me. I want to thank you for your expertise and for sharing it for others to be well informed. I am in upstate SC and your videos have helped me understand my needs, my options and how to pick what I can be happiest with while understanding some of the limitations I might face. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! 😊 ❤

@profiler403 2 года назад

I was terrified of cataract surgery. Now I feel foolish! You get sedation and no pain at all. I was even cracking jokes.😁

@busaman5261 2 года назад

I'm so glad I found your channel.

@jacquelinewilliams2626 2 года назад

Thanks for that super break down of the options and procedures of different eye surgeries

@TerryProthero Год назад

Excellent presentation. I was curious about these options and now feel much better informed.

@Deadpool12353 Год назад

Excellent video to show clearly what we facing and we need to correct it.

@smokie6284 2 года назад

Thank you i was nervous im having my surgery next week your information relaxed me

@jb6712 Год назад

Thank you for this informative video, Dr. Wong. I'm going to be seeing an ophthalmic surgeon in two weeks to be assessed for cataract surgery, and this information has put me more at ease for what to expect in the surgery itself.

@stephanventer3708 2 года назад

I did lens implants last year in korea. Never been happier

@HolgerJakobs Год назад

I had lens replacement done at 58, four years ago. Everything is fine, no glasses except sunglasses. Yes, I see halos when looking at very small lights at night, but I just ignore them. The lenses I got are made by Zeiss. The cost were 3000€ per eye and covered by my health insurance, although I had no cataract. Before, I was wearing contact lenses for 40 years and had started using reading glasses. The surgery was done on a Monday and Wednesday the same week. I had to travel to the clinic several times, of course.

@simplica1 2 года назад

Thank you for this explanation. It's truly helpful to understand what we may face in the future.

@Truedoogie 2 года назад

What a wonderful video. Just perfect. Thank you.

@glennover6046 Год назад

What an excellent, informative video! I'm 63 years old and had mono-vision Lasik about 12 years ago. I heard about lens replacement and have always been curios about it's practicality. This video answered all my questions and then some.

@clint1285 10 месяцев назад

have you been happy with mono LASIK?

@glennover6046 10 месяцев назад

@@clint1285 For the most part, yes. I think it's a reasonable compromise.

@clint1285 10 месяцев назад

@@glennover6046 how is your vision when driving at night? i got mono lasik 3 weeks ago, im getting used to it, the first week was rough, especially driving at night, my night vision is gradually getting better

@hamidmontazeri6794 Год назад

Thank you so much for your honest explanation and clear talking.

@joycefortin7877 Год назад

PERFECT. I've been saying this for years concerning IOL procedures. Why wait? Unfortunately, this has not been an approved procedure simply to improve eyesight. We have to go through the ageing process first and umpteen hundreds/thousands of dollars of eyeglasses etc.

@johnreese3762 Год назад

Just what I needed! Thanks for an excellent presentation!

@vegas2385 9 месяцев назад

Best explanation video I've seen. Thank you!

@tomdixon1213 Год назад

I had lasik in my late 50’s. I ended up seeing double in my left eye with a cataract. I am much more at peace with my fate since viewing this video. Thank you doctor.

@smoothpentertainment7503 Год назад

How do you mean seeing double?

@garymac7075 4 месяца назад

Nice guy he knows his stuff !!

@deliawood1 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for the best explanation I have heard.

@jeffreylindenwhite7930 Год назад

I JUST had cataract surgery done last Thursday, 8-25-22, I didn't remember a thing because they used an IV anesthetic ~ it was easy peasy. But I wish I had seen your video prior to having the procedure done because I had a tough decision in determining which lens to get. My insurance covered the standard lenses, but I would not end up with 20/20 vision. The Toric premium lens was going to set me back $3,000; And I had a tough decision to make as to which one I was going to go with. Had I seen your video prior to the surgery, I probably WOULD have gone with the Toric lens. So far ~ so good. I am experiencing a haze ( blurred ) peripheral vision so far, but it's only been less than a week of recovery. Being patient.

@cdanilana 2 года назад

Very comprehensive information ...thank you.

@NEILANIL1 Год назад

Awesome explanation on eye surgery. You've actually made me a believer in eye surgery. I will do bit more research on this now. I appreciate your insight especially with LASIK. And what age to get it done for optimum benefit.

@randyludwig2832 Год назад

At 15:32 (bullet 5) and at 16:07 (bullet 6) you are saying "re-treatment rate" but on the screen, you are writing "pre-treatment" rate. So this is a bit confusing. I know it is likely just a simple typo, but it may be worth typing it up correctly to let people know that you pay close attention to detail before working on their eyes. Respectfully submitted.

@fruitypebbles803 2 года назад

I live in Europe so I’ll probably never make it to your clinic, but this was a very informative video! Thanks for making it!

@GabyDee7 2 года назад

Thank you for providing this information, It clarifies so much for me.

@irishamerican4558 Год назад

I had been wondering about lasik, so this video is much appreciated.

@TheAirplaneDriver 2 года назад

This is an excellent video. Thank you. I have surgery scheduled for an IOL in two weeks. I can’t wait!

@skylady64ish93 2 года назад

How did it go?

@TheAirplaneDriver 2 года назад

@@skylady64ish93 Well…..I had my right eye done early June. Was supposed to have my left eye done 2 weeks later but I have put that off until August. Distance vision is good. 20/20. Mid is okay though not as good as I had hoped for. Near is disappointing…20/30 or a bit worse using testing apps ( for whatever they are worth). From a functionality standpoint, all distance stuff is fine. I can work on my computer and watch TV without glasses. I can also check my emails on my iPhone but things are a bit blurry and any serious reading (books, iPad, iPhone) requires cheaters. Reading things like directions for medication is very difficult as is any reading in low light situations….like a bill in a restaurant. Grocery store shelves are good as is seeing the car instrument panel. After 5 weeks I am still getting occasional light artifacts….almost like I walked through a spider web. There is more glare and flaring from headlights when driving at night than from my uncorrected eye (still with mild cataract). but not unmanageable. Reading white back lit lettering (like sub titles on a tv) is weird….almost like a double vision effect which I need to discuss with my doctor. Vision was good the day after surgery, but some days it seemed to degrade a bit….then come back…etc., on and off for several weeks. Not sure why. I think two weeks in between surgery is too soon. Best, in my opinion, to let one eye heal and then do the next eye.

@LimonEllie 2 года назад

Sure now you show up in my feed the day after I have cataract surgery. Let me tell you they pulled a 58 cataract cooperville out of my right eye yesterday, and I am so pleased I can see again!

@AnAZPatriot 2 года назад

These guys at Austin Eye do the surgery? Or was it someone else?

@elberthiggins6667 Год назад

Thanks for the excellent presentation: relaxed, approachable but point on. I recently had basic cataract surgery on one eye and after 50 years of being near sighted my distance vision is very good but my near vision is poor, really poor. And since most of my brain information comes at arms length, so to speak, my feeling regarding the outcome are mixed. If possible I'm going for the best lens I can get for eye #2.

@ebenlaubscher4153 2 года назад

Thanks for great informative videos .Currently my go to premium iol is also the Alcon Panoptix .Just starting with vivity .Presizon presbyopic iol is also a good iol imo .I have pilots considering these iol,s and some are already flying again after receiving panoptix iol,s .How do you manage pilots ? Recently also using Rayone EMV lenses with mini monovision with excellent results . Regards Dr EA Laubscher

@akskier44 2 года назад

Very useful and well presented information. Thank you.

@tomhan2395 2 года назад

Thank you very much for your video. Your article is very helpful. I have difficulty of focus of my eyes. My eyes doctor said I don’t have cataract or glaucoma. I thought I have some kind of problem or illness of my eyes. But from your article, I know I am over fifty, that is why my eyes are weaker. So I need premium lens replacement. Thank you very much.

@phillipsampson4001 Год назад

I had IOL surgery performed in 2019. It was the best 10k I’ve ever spent. Will you have normal vision after the surgery… No. An aura appears around lights and reflectors for the first 12 months, when that subsides (and it did over time), I can focus somewhat but not completely to the extent where I could in my early years. Having said that, I no longer have the need for glasses. Threading a needle can be challenging for example, but watching tv in 4K is completely noticeable. If I could turn back time would I do the surgery again… Absolutely 100% and have nothing but praise for the surgeon and staff that performed the surgery and am thankful for the science.

@caroledwards1182 Год назад

This was a great video, answered questions I didn't even know that needed to be asked, like there being 2 different types of lens replacement.

@wrcoe 3 года назад

Excellent video. Thank you.

@greghampton9972 Год назад

I've had lens replacement surgery to correct vision and remove the need for glasses. I absolutely hate it. Not only do I now have night blindness, but I have issues with pinpoints of light at night with a "fresnel" glare, some people call it halos of light. I never had night vision issues before the lens replacement. In addition, my visual resolution is much less loosing visibility for many of the stars at night. I still see some stars but not the sky full I've seen all my life. Had I known about these issues I would have never had the lens replacements.