Patient Story: Life-Changing Vision With Custom Lens Replacement

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For Holly Carver, wearing glasses had become part of her daily routine. She needed one pair for distance and another for reading, and they were always nearby โ€“ in her car, her purse, and throughout her house. Even then, they didnโ€™t always help. Driving at night was difficult, and fogged lenses were a constant annoyance.

After seeing how well her mother did under the care of Dr. Amit Chokshi, Holly decided to schedule a consultation at Florida Eye Specialists. That visit led her to Custom Lens Replacement (CLR) with the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL), a procedure she now recommends to others with complete confidence.

Choosing Custom Lens Replacement

When Holly first met with Dr. Chokshi, she was looking for a long-term solution that would allow her to stop relying on glasses. He took the time to understand her goals and helped her explore the best options.

โ€œI wanted blended vision. I didnโ€™t want to go through all of this and still have to wear glasses for one thing or the other,โ€ Holly said. โ€œThe Light Adjustable Lens gave me that flexibility. If the blended vision didnโ€™t work, we could just adjust it. Thatโ€™s what made me feel comfortable moving forward.โ€

She appreciated how Dr. Chokshi explained the process in a way that felt easy to understand. โ€œHe really listened to what I needed. We talked through it together, and I never felt rushed.โ€

Easy Recovery With the Light Adjustable Lens

Holly had her first eye procedure in June 2023. She was initially scheduled to have the second eye done a month later, but she changed her mind as soon as she saw the results.

โ€œWhen I came out of the first one, I said, โ€˜If you have any cancellations, let me know.โ€™ I ended up going back the next week. It was the same great experience.โ€

The recovery was easier than expected. โ€œIt wasnโ€™t even a recovery to me,โ€ Holly said. โ€œPutting the drops in was the worst part, and even that wasnโ€™t bad. The day of surgery, my eye wasnโ€™t even irritated.โ€

She completed a few light treatments after surgery to fine-tune her vision, which is a standard part of the LAL process. โ€œIt wasnโ€™t a big deal. Itโ€™s just something you do to get the best results.โ€

Clear Vision Without Glasses

Now, Holly says her vision has improved in every way. โ€œWatching TV, driving, going to football games, cheering on the grandkids at T-ball and cheerleading, everythingโ€™s better,โ€ she said. โ€œMy vision wasnโ€™t the worst in the world before, but it makes you feel like it was when you can see like this now.โ€

Sheโ€™s been able to enjoy her routine without constantly thinking about glasses or worrying about switching between pairs. โ€œIโ€™d do it over and over again,โ€ she said. โ€œIt really changed everything for me.โ€

Supportive Care Every Step of the Way

What stood out most to Holly was the care she received from Dr. Chokshi and the entire Florida Eye Specialists team.

โ€œDr. Chokshi is so nice, Iโ€™m almost sad not to have more appointments to see him,โ€ she said. โ€œHeโ€™s very attentive. He doesnโ€™t rush you out. He remembers me, and he even remembers my mom. Heโ€™s more engaging than most doctors.โ€

Sheโ€™s already recommended the procedure to many friends and finally convinced her husband to schedule his surgery. โ€œHeโ€™s in the middle of it now,โ€ she said. โ€œI tell everyone, this is the best thing youโ€™ll ever do.โ€

Schedule an Appointment With Florida Eye Specialists Today

You donโ€™t have to settle for the hassle of glasses or miss out on the activities you love. With advanced technology like the Light Adjustable Lens, Custom Lens Replacement at Florida Eye Specialists offers a personalized path to better vision. Our experienced surgeons take the time to understand your goals and deliver results that help you see clearly and confidently.

With more than 100,000 procedures performed, our team offers the experience and care you need to feel confident in your results. Schedule a consultation today to see if Custom Lens Replacement is right for you.

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