Serving Johnson City, Kingsport & Bristol, Tennessee
— CATARACT CARE
Vision as unique as you are.
At Reeves Eye Institute, we offer the revolutionary Light Adjustable Lens (LAL), the only intraocular lens that can be customized after cataract surgery or refractive lens exchange. With simple, non-invasive light treatments, your eye doctor can fine-tune your vision to match your exact preferences.
ADJUSTED
After surgery
EACH TREATMENT
About 90 seconds
TYPICAL PLAN
1 - 3 adjustments + 2 lock-ins
ALSO FOR
Refractive lens exchange
- WHAT IS THE LAL+?
What is the Light Adjustable Lens Plus?
The Light Adjustable Lens Plus (LAL+) builds upon the benefits of the original LAL by providing an extended depth of focus. This advanced IOL features a modified surface curvature that slightly increases central lens power, offering even greater clarity and flexibility.
Unlike traditional intraocular lenses, which have fixed focusing power, the Light Adjustable Lens is the only IOL that allows adjustments after surgery. This means you don't have to make a final decision about your vision correction before your procedure - your eye doctor can refine your vision after surgery to better fit your lifestyle and needs.
— HOW IT COMPARES
Light Adjustable Lens vs. traditional IOLs.
LIGHT ADJUSTABLE LENS
TRADITIONAL IOL
Lens power chosen
Refined after your eye heals
Fixed before surgery
You can "test drive" your vision
Yes
No
Residual astigmatism / error
Can be adjusted without another surgery
May need glasses or another procedure
UV-protective glasses during recovery
Required
Not required
- CANDIDACY
Who is a good candidate for the Light Adjustable Lens?
If you're looking for a customized visual outcome after cataract surgery, the Light Adjustable Lens could be a great option for you.
01
Your vision has been stable for at least a year
02
You have mild astigmatism
03
You do not have glaucoma or age-related macular degeneration
04
You want to reduce your dependence on glasses or contacts
05
You have realistic expectations about vision correction
06
You can wear UV-protective glasses during recovery and attend all follow-up appointments
- RECOVERY
What to expect during recovery.
01
Healing
Recovery after cataract surgery or refractive lens exchange with the Light Adjustable Lens is similar to other IOL procedures. You'll need to use prescription eye drops to prevent infection and inflammation and follow your doctor's guidance on activity restrictions.
02
UV protection
However, because the Light Adjustable Lens is light-sensitive, you'll need to wear special UV-protective glasses to prevent unintended exposure to sunlight. These glasses must be worn both indoors and outdoors until your vision is fully finalized. You may remove them only for sleeping, showering, washing your face, or applying eye drops.
03
Light treatments
In the weeks following surgery, you'll have a series of light treatments at Reeves Eye Institute to fine-tune your vision. These quick, 90-second sessions use the Light Delivery Device to adjust your lens to your desired prescription.
04
Lock-in
You'll typically need one to three treatments, spaced a few days apart, followed by two "lock-in" treatments to finalize your vision.
SEE THE DIFFERENCE
See the difference with the Light Adjustable Lens.
Once your vision is locked in, you'll experience the freedom of clear, personalized eyesight. The Light Adjustable Lens can significantly reduce or eliminate your need for glasses or contacts, allowing you to enjoy life's moments with crisp, customized vision.
Imagine reading without reaching for your glasses, traveling with ease, or seeing your loved ones more clearly than ever before. With the Light Adjustable Lens at Reeves Eye Institute, your vision is in your hands - literally.
- BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION
Donny Reeves, M.D.
If you're interested in learning more about the possibility of achieving sharp, clear vision, contact your eye doctor to discuss if the Light Adjustable Lens is right for you.
— CONTINUE YOUR RESEARCH
— A SIMPLE NEXT STEP
Let's make sense of what you are seeing.
Call 423.722.1311, text 423.295.8078, or request an appointment online.
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JOHNSON CITY
2328 Knob Creek Road, Suites 500 & 506
Johnson City, TN 37604
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2328 Knob Creek Road, Suite 500
Johnson City, TN 37604
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Kingsport, TN 37660
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