Refractive Lens Exchange

When considering vision correction options other than eyeglasses, most people think of LASIK or contact lenses. However, clear lens exchange (CLE) can be a highly effective option for individuals with presbyopia, extreme farsightedness, or early cataracts. This advanced procedure, also known as refractive lens exchange, replaces the eye’s natural lens with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to correct vision. At St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute, our expert Ophthalmologists offer CLE for patients in the Tampa Bay area, Pinellas County, and Largo, FL, who want lasting vision correction. How Does Clear Lens Exchange Work?… More

If you desire better vision with surgery but are not a candidate for LASIK, refractive lens exchange (RLE) may be right for you. This advanced procedure, also called clear lens extraction, is similar to cataract surgery in that both are designed to replace the lens of the eye, except lenses treated with refractive lens exchange are not clouded. Ahead, the team of experts at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute explains the many benefits of this surgery. Reduced Dependence on Glasses and Contact Lenses Glasses and contact lenses can be a hassle, especially for active individuals and… More