Whether it’s because of constantly putting them on and taking them off throughout the day, or accidentally leaving them behind when you need them, using reading glasses can be annoying.
Even simple ‘transition’ situations such as watching TV and then reading a message on your mobile phone, teeing off on the golf course and then watching the ball fly down the fairway, or reading a menu and then looking up to say your choice can be slowed down by the use of glasses.
Sulcoflex Trifocal is one of the most advanced intraocular lenses (IOLs) available today, giving you the opportunity to increase your independence from wearing glasses for the majority of everyday activities, at any distance.
reading, writing, using your mobile phone
using your computer, swinging a golf club, or doing anything at arm’s length
driving, cycling, watching TV
Our eye contains a natural lens that focuses light as it enters our eye. This natural lens flexes its shape depending on whether the light is coming from something close or far away, so that it usually appears sharp and with clarity.
When the cataract inside the natural lens is removed, our ability to naturally focus light is lost and so a small artificial lens (called an intraocular lens, or IOL) is put in its place.
Because the intraocular lens can’t flex its shape, it can only focus light coming from one distance – usually ‘far distance’. For light coming from near distance and intermediate distances, we rely on glasses to focus the light and give these objects clarity.
Designed in partnership with a leading European technology institute, the optical technology in Sulcoflex Trifocal is the most advanced in Rayner’s history.
Sulcoflex Trifocal is a small supplementary IOL that is implanted in front of your existing monofocal IOL. It is made of Rayner’s clinically-proven Rayacryl hydrophilic acrylic material for superb optical clarity. Rayacryl is also biocompatible with eye tissue, which helps to avoid inflammation and irritation.
Sulcoflex Trifocal features a patented optic that can focus light from any distance. The innovative design splits the light as it enters your eye, giving you separate points of focus for near, intermediate and distance vision. Think of it like having 3 IOLs in one lens.
Sulcoflex Trifocal’s innovative design encourages stable positioning in the eye, for reliable and dependable outcomes. Fewer rings on the optic surface than many trifocal IOLs results in reduced potential visual disturbances and improved night vision.
Use our vision simulator to experience life with Sulcoflex Trifocal.
1. Select a scene
2. See life with a monofocal IOL, reading glasses or Sulcoflex Trifocal
*Results may vary
Our eyes are forever changing, and not everyone is able to adapt to trifocal vision. Unlike other procedures which are permanent with no option of adjustability, Sulcoflex Trifocal can be removed, replaced or even upgraded at any time – providing you with flexibility and peace of mind.
The procedure is performed by an eye surgeon and usually only takes a few minutes. Your eye surgeon may perform the procedure on both eyes in the same session or may arrange a separate visit for your second eye.
If you’ve not had cataract surgery yet but have it planned, you may consider the Sulcoflex DUET procedure.
1. Pre-op examination
Your eye surgeon will perform some visual tests and take some measurements of your eye, similar to those before your cataract surgery.
2. Eye drops administered
You will be given eye drops to dilate your pupils and a local anaesthetic so that you do not feel any discomfort during the procedure.
3. Small incision
The eye surgeon will make a small incision in your cornea; they may be able to use the incision from your cataract surgery.
4. Insertion and placement
Using a tiny injector, the surgeon will insert Sulcoflex Trifocal into your eye, placing it in front of your monofocal IOL.
5. All done
Your surgeon will give you some eye drops to use for a few weeks after your procedure. Someone will need to drive you home from the clinic.
After Sulcoflex Trifocal surgery, your brain will have to get used to the way your new trifocal IOL processes light. All trifocal IOLs split light at different points across their surface to give you multiple points of focus at any one time. You may need a little more time to adjust, reinterpret and resolve these images so you see one clear image. This process of adjustment is called ‘neuroadaptation’ and varies from person to person, but usually you will have adjusted within a few weeks.
If you struggle with the neuroadaptation then you may choose to discuss removing Sulcoflex Trifocal with your eye surgeon, reverting back to your previous vision and the use of glasses for near and intermediate activities.
Sulcoflex Trifocal may not be suitable if you have co-existing eye conditions or do a lot of night driving.
If you’re still not sure about your suitability, speak to a Sulcoflex Trifocal accredited eye surgeon.
Side effects and complications with Sulcoflex Trifocal are rare. Some of the adverse reactions that have been associated with the implantation of trifocal intraocular lenses like Sulcoflex Trifocal are:
• Decrease in contrast sensitivity – the ability to distinguish between light, dark and colours
• Halos when driving at night – a halo shaped light appearing around headlights and traffic lights, which usually decrease with time (neuroadaptation)
Unlike other procedures, Sulcoflex Trifocal is reversible and can be removed by your eye surgeon if you do experience any side effects or are unable to adapt to them.
As with all surgical procedures, the outcomes for a trifocal intraocular lens cannot be guaranteed. It is important to be aware of possible effects on vision after surgery. Please discuss possible risks and side effects with your eye surgeon. Not all patients are suitable for this type of intraocular lens. Your eye surgeon at the time of consultation will indicate whether this type of lens is suitable for you.
“The freedom of not wearing glasses and having new lenses has been extraordinary and wonderful.”
Jane S
“I was buying glasses and having them in every room in our home … I had to wear them for shopping and cooking and even eating …and that was becoming really tiresome.”
Jane S
“I haven’t needed to use glasses for anything since. In my eyes, this is a miracle.”
Patrick H
“I haven’t had to go looking around my home as to where my glasses are, no more have I had to ask my husband or my grandchildren ‘Where are Grandma’s glasses?”
Jane S
“The Sulcoflex Trifocal intraocular lens procedure when done as a secondary procedure… is very straightforward.”
Mr Allon Barsam
“One of the nice things about Sulcoflex Trifocal is that it does give us a reversible option.”
Mr Allon Barsam
“For the first time, we can offer our patients the best multifocal lens with the potential of life-long reversibility for unprecedented safety.”
Mr Rakesh Jayaswal
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