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    Will I still need to wear my glasses after cataract surgery?

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  • Dr Madeleine Adams PhD

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    Following cataract surgery most people will have reduced dependency on glasses for near, intermediate and/or distance vision depending on the IOL type used in the cataract surgery.

    There are IOLs available to correct near-sightedness (myopia), far-sightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. We will recommend the best lens for you, considering optimal safety and comfort, as well as aiming for the best possible refractive outcome.

    You should not update your glasses with your optometrist until six weeks after the surgery. In this time, if you need extra help for reading you can use over the counter readers.

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