Frequently Asked Questions About Verisyse Vision Enhancement

Will I be able to see or feel the Verisyse lens in my eye?

Once the Verisyse lens is placed inside your eye, it is virtually undetectable; however, you and others may be able to see the lens in your eye if you look very closely. Because the Verisyse lens is placed inside your eye, you will not be able to feel it.

Is Verisyse safe?

Yes. The Verisyse lens is made from polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) - an extremely well proven biocompatible material that has been widely used in and on eyes for over 50 years.

Can I see well near and at a distance with the Verisyse lens?

Most people who have the Verisyse procedure see well near and at a distance because their natural lens is left in place. This lens (the crystalline lens) naturally adjusts to focus on near and distant objects. As you age, this natural lens function may diminish and you may need reading glasses to see objects that are near.

Can I go swimming with the Verisyse lens in my eye?

You can swim and participate in virtually any other activity with the Verisyse lens because unlike contact lenses, Verisyse is implanted in the eye, in front of the crystalline lens. Therefore, it is not affected by external elements such as water.

Is the Verisyse lens affected by elements like rain or steam?

Verisyse is not affected by external elements like rain or steam because it is implanted behind the cornea of your eye.

How long does the Verisyse lens last?

Clinical evaluations have proven that PMMA can remain in the eye for decades without changing its properties or losing stability; however, the procedure is completely reversible. If, in the future, your surgeon determines that there is a better procedure, the Verisyse lens can be surgically removed at any time. Only your doctor can determine if this measure may be necessary.

For additional information about how Verisyse might benefit you, please refer to our section on the Advantages of Verisyse Vision Enhancement.

To learn whether you are a candidate for Verisyse, please click here to schedule a free consultation or call us at (310) 860-1900.

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