While astigmatism correction technology has benefited from today's optic innovations, toric lenses must overcome an extra challenge: staying in precise position within the eye. With every degree that a toric lens rotates, vision is compromised. At a rotation of 30 degrees or more, toric lenses can lose all corrective power.

The AcrySof® IQ Toric IOL addressed this challenge with two key features. Innovative STABLEFORCE® haptics keep the lens highly stable and centered in the eye (haptics are the "arms" on the IOL that hold it in place). At the same time, the patented biocompatible material of the AcrySof® IQ Toric lens naturally binds to tissues in the eye, for even more stability.

Studies have shown that these biomechanic improvements result in minimal lens movement, giving AcrySof® IQ Toric IOL patients clearer, more reliable vision.

Plus, with the lens' new aspheric design, cataract patients with astigmatism can enjoy improved image quality, possibly better than they've ever experienced.

You're At Your Best When You Can See Your Best

Think for a moment about all of the activities you could enjoy if cataract surgery gave you quality distance vision without the hassle of eyeglasses or contacts:

• Sports (golf, swimming, tennis)
• Hobbies (shopping, boating)
• Driving
• Outdoor activities (riding bikes, hiking)
• Watching TV and movies
• Sightseeing

Your eyes are the only pair you'll ever have, which means that your choices for vision correction are among the most important health decisions you'll ever make. See your eye doctor to learn more about the AcrySof® IQ Toric lens, and find out if it's right for you.

Want to learn more about other Alcon products for cataract patients?

Learn how the AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® lens provides a full range of vision and freedom from eyeglasses and contact lenses after cataract surgery.

Learn how the AcrySof® IQ lens reduces spherical aberration and offers uncompromised enhanced image quality.

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[Page updated August 2009]