Before and after lens replacement surgery: Your questions answered

Dan Nguyen discusses how his patients feel before and after lens replacement surgery

Welcome to the transformative journey of lens replacement surgery, where we address the before and after effects on your vision. Before the procedure, you may have frustrations about how clouded your world has become. This diminished clarity is a common symptom of presbyopia or “ageing eyes” and even early-forming or active cataracts. Yet, there’s hope. Below we break exactly what your “before” and “after” states are after treatment and how this can benefit your quality of life.

How do I feel before lens replacement?

Before lens replacement surgery, you might be feeling frustrated. The world isn’t as clear as it once was. The things that you enjoy doing start to become that little bit more difficult, more challenging. Things are less clear, foggier, darker, grey, or even more yellow. That’s likely to be cataracts.

What symptoms do I have before lens replacement?

If you’re a contact lens wearer, you may find that you’re not able to wear those contact lenses quite so long as frequently as you once did. The eyes start to feel a little bit dryer, and they feel a little bit more uncomfortable when you put the content lenses in, and actually, it just increases your frustration. You want to see well, you want to enjoy life, you don’t want the frustrations of having to take your content lenses in and out, and you don’t want to carry or run the risk of having a contact lens-related infection or problem.

What is my daily life like before lens replacement?

Daily life before lens replacement can be interrupted by the frustrations of having to manage your glasses and your contact lenses.

With glasses, sometimes they can feel a bit heavy on your nose. They can pinch, they fog and steam up, you can put them down and lose them, you can break them. 

With contact lenses, it’s the putting them in and taking them out again. Your eyes can start feeling dryer.

These visual aids become that little bit more intrusive and frustrating for you, and you know you deserve better than that.

What is my life like after lens replacement?

After lens replacement, life should be much easier for you. You’ll have that feeling of freedom and confidence that comes with not having to think about where you last left your glasses or how many pairs of contact lenses to pack. You’ll feel that this has been one of the best choices that you have made. You’ll wonder why you waited for as long as you did before living the life you deserve.

What do I have after lens replacement?

After lens replacement, I hope you’d be happy with the new you, your new eyes, your new vision, and the fact that you’re so much less dependent upon these visual aids. Be that spectacles, contact lenses or both.

You should feel more confident, freer, more flexible and be able to do all those things you enjoy without having to worry about spectacles or contact lenses. It’s about the new you, your new eyes and living life to its fullest.

How do I feel after lens replacement?

Many patients describe feeling liberated, confident and happy. You will have a new lease of life and enjoy every day to its fullest. You will no longer depend on your glasses and contact lenses and can start living again.

You don’t need to feel frustrated. By coming to see us and talking about lens replacement and lens surgery, we can free you of the issues that you are having with your contact lenses or your spectacles. We want to help you achieve freedom and flexibility and reduce your dependence on visual aids.

Getting in touch couldn’t be easier. Give us a call on 019 7859 6301, and we can help you take that first step and book an appointment. Here we’ll be able to meet to gain a better understanding of your needs, your wants, and desires. Together, we can make the decision to change your life.

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“My vision has improved tremendously, and it’s like having HDTV installed! Once again, many thanks.”

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“I never thought I would describe eye surgery as a pleasant experience, but it was; you are a gifted person. I am sure you have heard this many times before, but the contrast before and after such a short surgery is truly remarkable.”

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“I never imagined the difference it would make, black and grey cows now look black and white! Such an amazing difference. I consider, we, as human beings are very privileged to be able to have this treatment.”

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“It is now just over a year since you carried out the procedure on my second eye. I still awake in wonder each morning when I wake and can see clearly.”

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“Thank you for the new lens you fitted to my right eye. I cannot believe how much better my vision is – massive improvement for driving.”

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“I was facing the possibility of being unable to drive because of poor vision, but now, after 70 plus years of wearing spectacles, I no longer need them! Amazing! Added to that, my snooker has improved enormously!”

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“The miraculous improvement from my extreme short-sightedness coupled with cataracts in both eyes is a massive life change, and I am enormously grateful to you all. I wish to thank you most sincerely for all the expertise, care and kindness shown to me.”

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“From my initial consultation through to walking out the door following surgery, I found the whole process to be fantastic and could not have wished for a nicer experience.”

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“I am very pleased to say my eyesight is so much better. I am so delighted that I can see very clearly again, no blurred vision at all. It’s brilliant.”

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“I am writing to thank you and your wonderful team in enabling me to see a world that I almost forgot existed. The vibrancy of colour and brightness are a joy to behold.”

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Mr Dan Nguyen

MBChB MBA FRCOphth FRANZCO
Consultant Eye Surgeon

Hello, I’m Dan Nguyen!

I‘m your guide to better vision. In times when long waiting lists and unclear options are the norm, it’s easy to feel stuck and worried about your eye health. Don’t let that hold you back. I’m here to show you that you can skip the endless queues and make real progress. Remember, you’re unique, not just another name on a list. Every patient I see receives top-notch care, tailored to their specific needs and lifestyle. Once you’ve had your treatment, you’ll be able to embrace a life that’s vivid, colourful, and just the way you like it. So what are you waiting for? Stop waiting and start living!

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