- Access your natural lens. During this step, your ophthalmologist makes a tiny incision in your cornea and capsule of your eye lens to access your natural lens. In manual surgery, your doctor makes this incision using a handheld device. In laser assisted surgery, this is performed using a pre-programmed laser which creates a precise opening in the cornea.
- Removal of cataracts. During this step, your doctor will remove the cataract. In manual cataract surgery, your doctor prepares your clouded lens using a handheld tool and suctions the cataract out to remove it. In laser assisted surgery, the laser gently softens your affected lens and precisely cuts it down into small pieces that are suctioned from your eye.
- Lens replacement. In the last step, your new lens will be implanted into your eye to provide you with clear, cataract free vision. Your doctor inserts a soft, rolled up lens that gently and slowly opens.
Cataract Treatment
Cataract treatment with TECNIS™ IOLs is a once in a lifetime opportunity to improve your vision and your quality of life.
Cataract Surgery
Cataract Treatment
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Are You Ready to See Better?
After you’ve consulted with your ophthalmologist about cataract surgery, you will need to make several important decisions about treatment.
Having an understanding about the procedure, as well as the
types of lens replacement options available, will help you
make an informed decision.
Depending on any type of common eye conditions you may
have, there are different lenses available to address these
issues.
Preparation & Treatment Options
Cataracts Can Limit You, Choose a Lens That Won't
What's important to you when it comes to your vision?
When it comes to lens replacement, there are many options
available. Some lenses can help you drive at night with more
confidence, while others help you see better at a distance.
Whichever you and your doctor choose, there are options to
suit your individual vision needs.
Monofocal Lenses
Monofocal lenses provide clear vision at one main distance, usually for distance. Reading glasses will likely be needed for intermediate and near vision. Monofocal IOLs are also available in a toric version for astigmatism correction.
TECNIS Eyhance™
TECNIS Eyhance™ is a lens that provides distance image quality vision and enhanced image contrast even in low light.1 You may still need glasses to see objects that are close to you like your cell phone.2
TECNIS Eyhance™ TORIC II provides the ability to clearly see images at a distance while allowing you to simultaneously address astigmatism at the time of cataract surgery.
Benefits of TECNIS Eyhance™
Distance image quality
Helps you see objects in the distance
like traffic lights, sporting events, and
stage performances.2
Enhanced image contrast
May increase safety in low-light
situations such as driving at night.1
See images clearly
Designed for high quality distance to
make everyday tasks easier.1
Presbyopia-Correcting Lenses
Presbyopia-Correcting Ienses use advanced technology to correct for cataracts and presbyopia, minimizing your need for glasses.
Presbyopia-Correcting lenses can help you see at multiple distances and are also available in a toric version for astigmatism correction.
Results may vary. Consult your doctor to determine the lens options that are right for you.
TECNIS Odyssey™
Provides a full range of vision*—near, intermediate, and far—so you can have freedom to perform different activities throughout the day and night.3-4
You also have the opportunity to address your astigmatism as a part of cataract surgery with the TECNIS Odyssey™ Toric II lens implant.
Understanding TECNIS Odyssey™
Discover the TECNIS Odyssey™ Advantage
Opportunity for glasses-free life
Designed to deliver spectacle independence**
Time of Day Freedom
Perform different activities throughout the day and night4
Do more of what you love
Provides the full range of continuous vision*,4, from up close to far away.3
*Continuous 20/25 or better based on pre-clinical bench testing
**Individual results will vary. Some TECNIS Odyssey™ patients may require spectacles post-surgery.
TECNIS Symfony™ OptiBlue™
Vision at every distance, even in low light.6 TECNIS Symfony™ OptiBlue™ provides an extended range of continuous vision, which means you will have the ability to see from near to far away, day and night.6,7 With this lens implant, you can see clearly whether you are having dinner with a friend or playing pickle ball on a sunny day.7 You can also address your astigmatism as a part of cataract surgery with the TECNIS Symfony™ OptiBlue™ TORIC II lens implant.6
Benefits of TECNIS Symfony™ OptiBlue™
Extended range, near to far
Provides a continuous range of high quality vision, both day and night.6,7
Freedom to live your life
Offers the best contrast and low light vision among advanced PC-IOLs+, so you can see clearly in dim or low light.7-9
Laser Assisted vs. Manual Procedure
You have two important decisions to make when it comes to your cataract surgery: how your new lens is implanted and what type of lens is implanted.
For how the surgery is performed, your doctor can either access your cataract manually or with laser assisted surgery. Manual surgery is planned with measurements of your eye and incisions are made with a blade. Laser assisted surgery delivers a personalized, precise, and gentle approach in which a laser scans your eye to create a unique 3D blueprint and incisions are made with a laser.
Cataract surgery is usually quick (about 15 minutes) and typically done as an outpatient procedure. If you feel any discomfort or pain during cataract surgery, be sure to let your doctor know.
Ask your doctor about the CATALYS™ Precision Laser System platform. CATALYS™ uses 3D imaging and automatic eye surface mapping to generate precise and accurate laser incisions.12
Procedure
Cataract Surgery Procedure
During the procedure, you’ll be awake and will be administered local anesthetic eye drops so you’re comfortable during the procedure. Regardless of the type of cataract surgery, there are three simple steps:
The Day of Your Surgery
Cataract surgery may be performed in an outpatient surgery center or in a hospital. It's common for your ophthalmologist to ask you not to eat any solid food for at least 6 hours before the procedure. The surgery takes about 10 to 20 minutes to complete, depending on the severity of the condition.
Post-Treatment
Post-Treatment Recovery
Once surgery is complete, the staff will escort you to the recovery room where they will help you prepare to go home. Your doctor may place a protective eye shield or an eye patch to cover your eye. Arrange for a family member or caregiver to take you home after your surgery.
After your cataract surgery, you can usually resume your low impact routine activities, with the exception of driving, after 24 hours.++ Ask your doctor when you can continue with your routine activities such as golfing, gardening, driving, traveling, or reading.
++individual results may vary
Treatment Results
Cataract surgery is one of the most common and successful surgeries performed today, with 9 out of 10 people seeing better after surgery, according to the National Institutes of Health.14
See things clearly
Cataract treatment provides the opportunity to correct eye conditions like presbyopia and astigmatism.
Less glare when looking at bright lights
Routine cataract surgery can improve visual acuity, or sharpness of vision.
Improved color distinction
Cataract treatment corrects this so patients can better tell the difference between colors.
Dry Eye Treatment Alleviates Symptoms
It’s been shown that Dry Eye caused by Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) can cause unsatisfactory vision and affect the overall results of cataract surgery.10 Dry eye symptoms caused by MGD tend to worsen with surgical procedures if they are not treated.
The good news is that the TearScience™ LipiFlow™ treatment can help optimize the ocular surface by stabilizing the tear film prior to surgery.11 In fact, in a recent study, patients treated with TearScience™ LipiFlow™ had a twofold reduction in dry eye symptoms 3 months after surgery.11
References:
1. TECNIS Eyhance™ with TECNIS SIMPLICITY™ Delivery System, Model DIB00 US DFU. Z311769E.
2. Data on File, Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc. 2021. DOF2021CT4006.
3. TECNIS Odyssey™ IOL DFU Z311926E.
4. Data on file. Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc. DOF2023CT4023.
5. Data on file. Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc. DOF2023CT4051. Based on 1-month postoperative data from a multicenter, retrospective, real-world clinical study in the U.S. evaluating visual and patient-reported outcomes from subjects bilaterally implanted with TECNIS Odyssey™ IOL (n=96).
6. TECNIS Symfony™ OptiBlue™ DFU, Z311558E.
7. Data on file. DOF2020OTH4010 Johnson & Johnson Vision, Inc. Santa Ana, CA.
8. Data on file. DOF2020OTH4011 Johnson & Johnson Vision, Inc. Santa Ana, CA.
9. Data on file. DOF2015CT0020 Johnson & Johnson Vision, Inc. Santa Ana, CA.
10. Starr CE, Gupta PK, Farid M, et al. An algorithm for the preoperative diagnosis and treatment of ocular surface disorders. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2019 May;45(5): 669-684.
11. Data on file, 2018 (NCT01808560). Pilot study for treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) prior to cataract surgery. Accessed from https://clinicaltrials.gov/show/NCT1808560.
12. O'Meara, Madeleine C, et al. "Laser Capsulotomy." Textbook of Refractive Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery (ReLACS). Ed. RR. Krueger et al. Springer, New York: Springer Science+Business Media, LLC 2013. 79-99, Print.
13. 2025REF5002.
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