PRELEX is performed in our day surgery and both eyes are usually done on the same day. The eye is anaesthetised with eye drops to ensure patient comfort during the procedure. Dr llan Sebban will make a micro-incision (of 2.2mm or less) in the eye so that the natural lens can be removed using ultrasonic vibrations. The natural lens is replaced by a foldable multifocal intraocular lens, which is inserted through the micro-incision. Once inside the eye, the lens unfolds as it is placed into permanent position. No sutures are required because the tiny micro-incision is self-sealing.

For those patients who have some degree of corneal astigmatism requiring additional correction, relaxing incisions can be made in the surface of the cornea to reduce the astigmatism at the same time PRELEX is performed.  Alternatively, the astigmatism can be corrected on a separate occasion with a laser.

Although everyone heals differently, most patients see improvement in their vision almost immediately and most resume normal activities within a day or two.

It creates a new visual system inside the eye, one that can provide the focusing power to see near, intermediate and far images with minimal dependence on corrective lenses and is independent of the ageing process. This means PRELEX surgery may result in you throwing away your traditional or progressive bi-focal or multi-focal prescription glasses.

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an  appropriately qualified health practitioner. Read more about the Consent Information for PRELEX procedures.