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- 645 Route de Champ Farçon, 74370 Argonay
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Cataract Implants & Refractive Lens Surgery in Annecy
Cataract surgery is no longer simply a procedure to restore clear vision. Today, it is a unique opportunity to correct your pre-existing refractive errors (myopia, hypermetropia, astigmatism, presbyopia) and reduce, or even eliminate, your dependence on glasses.
Choosing the implant that replaces your natural lens is therefore a crucial decision. At the Annecy-Ophtalmo practice, we make this stage a personalised plan for your eyes, thanks to our subspecialisation in refractive lens and corneal surgery.
Our Subspecialisation: Refractive Precision at the Heart of Your Procedure
Our commitment goes beyond simply treating cataracts. We aim for refractive excellence: the best possible visual outcome without glasses after surgery. This expertise rests on two pillars:
1. Dual Expertise in Refractive Surgery:
With recognised experience in corneal refractive surgery (laser), our team has an in-depth understanding of ocular optics. This dual expertise allows us to approach lens surgery with the same demand for precision as a laser procedure.
➡️ Discover our refractive surgery techniques on our partner website: Annecy Laser Vision
2. Exceptional Technical Facilities:
Precision does not happen by chance. It requires measurements of absolute reliability, obtained using the latest-generation equipment. Our practice has a complete diagnostic system to analyse your eye in the finest detail:
- Advanced non-contact and ultrasound biometry: For an ultra-precise, personalised calculation of your lens implant power.
- Anterior segment OCT (ANTERION - Heidelberg): Advanced technology that creates a complete 3D map of the front of the eye. It is essential for calculating toric lens implants (for astigmatism) with maximum precision and ensuring the best positioning.
- Specular microscope: To assess the health of your cornea before any surgery, a key safety step.
Thanks to this technological environment, we can plan highly precise procedures, including complex cases such as eyes that have previously undergone corneal refractive surgery (laser, PRK, LASIK).
The Different Types of Intraocular Lens Implants
The choice of lens implant is discussed with your surgeon during the preoperative consultation. It depends on your eye's anatomy, your expectations and your lifestyle.
Simulate vision with different lens implants
Choose a type of lens implant, then drag the slider to compare vision with a cataract and after surgery. These images are illustrations, not a guarantee of an outcome.
Monofocal lens implant (standard)
This is the traditional lens implant. It has a single focal distance, most often set for distance vision.
- Result: clear distance vision without glasses.
- Limitation: glasses are still needed for near vision (reading, smartphone) and sometimes for intermediate vision (computer).
Toric lens implant (astigmatism)
This lens implant is designed for patients with astigmatism. As well as correcting distance vision, it neutralises corneal astigmatism.
- Result: clear, undistorted distance vision without glasses.
- Limitation: like a monofocal implant, it requires glasses for reading.
Multifocal lens implant (premium)
It has several focal points to restore distance, intermediate and near vision. These latest-generation lens implants aim for maximum independence from glasses.
- Result: a significant reduction, sometimes elimination, of the need for glasses in most everyday situations.
- Please note: halos or discomfort in low light, especially at night, are possible; they usually lessen over time. The choice is made after a full eye assessment.
Extended depth of focus (EDOF) lens implant
It offers a continuous, extended range of clear vision, from distance to intermediate vision (dashboard, computer), with functional near vision.
- Result: comfortable distance and intermediate vision, with fewer light phenomena than with a multifocal implant in some cases.
- Please note: reading glasses may still be useful for very small print.
Which Lens Implant Suits You? A Personalised Decision
There is no universal lens implant. The best solution is the one that precisely suits your eyes and expectations. During the preoperative assessment, your surgeon will take time to analyse your test results and discuss with you:
- Your lifestyle (work, leisure, driving...).
- Your visual priorities.
- The benefits and constraints of each option.
This discussion is essential to agree together on the care plan that will provide you with the greatest satisfaction.
Let Us Discuss the Best Solution for Your Vision Together
Make the most of cataract surgery to give your eyes the best possible vision. Book a preoperative consultation for a comprehensive assessment and to develop your personalised vision plan.
Or by telephone on: +33 450230323
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Good to know
- Monofocal lens implants correct distance vision; multifocal or extended depth of focus implants reduce dependence on glasses, potentially at the cost of halos or reduced contrast in dim light.
- Toric lens implants correct astigmatism. The choice depends on the eye, lifestyle and your expectations, and is discussed during a consultation.
- A lens implant is not indicated for every eye: some retinal or corneal diseases point towards another choice.
Our doctors
- Dr Florian Baudincornea, refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, medical retina
- Dr Florian Chaiseeyelids, cataracts, refractive surgery, medical retina
- Dr Aurélia Gaveeyelids, cataracts, refractive surgery, medical retina
- Dr Lorane Bechetsurgical and medical retina, cataracts
- Dr Xavier Piquotcataracts, refractive surgery, medical retina, glaucoma
- Dr Malik Meradcataracts, glaucoma, medical and surgical retina
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Our practices
Annecy-Argonay
645 route de Champ Farçon, 74370 Argonay
Faverges
27 place Gambetta, 74210 Faverges
Rumilly
5 rue Frédéric Girod, 74150 Rumilly
Sallanches
35 rue Emma Lanche, 74700 Sallanches
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