Toric IOL Options for Astigmatism Treatment – Minneapolis and Surrounding Areas
If you have undergone cataract surgery and would like additional treatment for astigmatism, toric IOLs may be an excellent option. These intraocular lenses are surgically placed in the eye, replacing the eye's natural lens, to correct astigmatism and reduce or eliminate a patient's dependency on glasses or contact lenses. Northwest Eye provides advanced toric IOL options for patients in Minneapolis, Maple Grove, Wayzata, Plymouth, Robbinsdale, and surrounding areas. (We also treat many patients from locations all over the world.) We invite you to contact one of our conveniently-located offices to learn more about this remarkable treatment option.
What are Toric IOLs?
A toric IOL is a special type of IOL that is used to correct astigmatism. A toric IOL is constructed of soft, medical-grade plastic that is folded prior to its insertion into the eye, which minimizes the size of the corneal incision. After insertion, the IOL is unfolded and smoothed into place, where it functions as the eye's natural lens. Toric IOLs are spherically shaped, which corrects the football shape of the astigmatic cornea.
Toric IOL Candidates
Toric IOLs are used for adult patients who have undergone cataract removal and who also have corneal astigmatism. To be a candidate for toric IOLs, a patient should not have a history of eye disease or infection, and he or she should have adequate corneal thickness to contain the IOL. For more information on your candidacy for toric IOLs, contact our office to schedule a consultation.
Contact Northwest Eye
If you have undergone cataract surgery and are looking into your treatment options for astigmatism, toric IOLs may be the solution. Northwest Eye provides advanced toric IOL options for patients in Minneapolis, Maple Grove, Wayzata, Plymouth, Robbinsdale, and surrounding areas, as well as patients from all over the globe. Contact Northwest Eye today to schedule a consultation with one of our expert ophthalmologists.