Refractive Lens Exchange
Get Clear Vision & Avoid Cataracts in the Future
Find Out if RLE is Right for You!What is Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)?
Refractive lens exchange is a procedure to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia (the need for reading glasses after age 40). During a RLE your natural lens is removed and replaced with an artificial implant to achieve clear vision. We offer many different implant options to help you achieve your vision goals. Find out if RLE is right for you.
Ideal Candidates for RLE:
- Mid 40’s & up
- Suffer from nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism
- Using OTC readers, progressive, bifocal glasses
- Healthy Eyes, not diagnosed with visually significant cataracts
- Realistic expectations
What to Expect During RLE
The RLE procedure is performed at an Ambulatory Surgical Center. The surgery is performed using conscious sedation that will help you relax. The surgeon will then use a laser to make small incision at the edge of your cornea. The laser will also create a small incision in the capsule around your natural lens while breaking up your lens so the surgeon can then remove it completely. Once your lens is removed the surgeon will perform additional real time measurements to select the best power for your lens. Surgeon will then insert your new lens and positions it inside your eye. Only one eye is treated at a time and the entire procedure takes less than 10 minutes. You may start seeing better in a few days, but full vision results are achieved once both eyes have been treated.
5 Steps to Better Vision
Benefits of RLE at Skyline LASIK
- Allows patient an alternative option to correct vision.
- Reduce your dependency on glasses.
- Will never develop cataracts in the future.
- We only use premium IOLs like the Clareon® PanOptix®, Clareon® Vivity® and more.
- We use the ORA & Catalys laser on every patient for precision and accuracy.
Cost & Payment Options for RLE
The cost of an RLE procedure can vary depending on your personalized treatment plan. Many RLE patients look forward to spending less in the long run compared to the ongoing cost of glasses and contacts. Ask about our payment options today!
Our Commitment to you:
At Skyline LASIK, we are committed to providing exceptional patient education and care. When you come in for your consultation, we will answer all your questions and take your concerns seriously. So, you can leave feeling confident and ready to enhance your life with RLE surgery.
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