Types of Intraocular Lenses (IOLs) for Cataract Surgery in Delhi

Choosing the right intraocular lens (IOL) is one of the most important decisions during cataract surgery. After removing the cloudy natural lens, it is replaced with an artificial intraocular lens that determines your quality of vision after surgery.

At AURA Eye Care, patients receive personalized counseling to select the best lens for cataract surgery in Delhi, based on lifestyle, profession, eye health, and visual expectations.

Our expert surgeons, Dr. Rasheena Bansal and Dr. Abhiyan Kumar Pattnaik, specialize in advanced and premium IOL implantation for optimal visual outcomes.

1. Monofocal Intraocular Lens
Monofocal lenses provide clear vision at one fixed distance — usually for far vision.

Benefits: Excellent distance clarity, High contrast quality and Most economical option

Limitation: Patients typically require glasses for reading (near vision) and Computer work (intermediate vision).

Monofocal lenses are ideal for patients who do not mind using reading glasses after cataract surgery.

2. Multifocal Intraocular Lens
Multifocal IOLs are designed to provide both distance and near vision.

Benefits: Reduced dependence on reading glasses and Good far and near vision

Possible Side Effects: Glare and halos, especially at night, Reduced contrast sensitivity Not Suitable For Patients with retina problem, Glaucoma patient and frequent night drivers

3. Trifocal Intraocular Lens
Trifocal lenses are advanced premium lenses that provide vision at Distance, Intermediate (computer/mobile) and Near (reading)

Benefits: High level of spectacle independence and Balanced vision across all distances

Considerations: Not ideal for patients with retinal or glaucoma issues

Trifocal IOLs are ideal for patients seeking maximum freedom from glasses after cataract surgery.

4. Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF) Lenses
EDOF (Extended Depth of Focus) lenses are among the latest advancements in cataract lens technology.

These lenses provide excellent distance vision , strong intermediate vision (computer/mobile distance) and Functional near vision

Patients may require glasses only for very fine print.

Key Advantages: Safer option for selected retinal or glaucoma patients and Most preferred premium IOL in modern cataract surgery

EDOF lenses combine the stability of monofocal lenses with enhanced range of vision, making them one of the most recommended options at AURA Eye Care.

5. Toric Intraocular Lenses (For Astigmatism)
Toric lenses are specially designed for patients with cylindrical power (astigmatism).

Benefits: Corrects astigmatism during cataract surgery and reduces or eliminates need for glasses after surgery

If you have astigmatism and wish to reduce dependence on glasses, toric lenses can be implanted during cataract surgery for precise correction.

Which Is the Best Lens for Cataract Surgery?
There is no “one-size-fits-all” lens. The best intraocular lens depends on your age, lifestyle (computer use, driving habits), Presence of glaucoma or retinal disease, desire for spectacle independence and budget considerations.

At AURA Eye Care, we perform detailed pre-surgical testing and provide individualized lens counseling to ensure you choose the most suitable premium IOL for your needs.