Do I Need RLE in Both Eyes? Understanding Your Options
If you’re considering Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE), you might wonder—do I need the procedure in both eyes at once?
The short answer: It depends on your vision, lifestyle, and overall eye health.
When RLE Is Done in Both Eyes:
✅ You have presbyopia affecting near vision in both eyes
✅ Your goal is full independence from glasses
✅ You have early signs of lens aging in both eyes
✅ You want balanced, binocular vision
In most cases, RLE is done one eye at a time—a few days to weeks apart—to monitor healing and reduce risk.
When One Eye Might Be Enough:
- You have monovision correction in mind (one eye for near, one for far)
- You’re only experiencing symptoms in one eye
- You have previous surgery or unique anatomy that affects eligibility
What’s Right for You?
At Restore Surgical Center in Kelowna, we’ll perform a thorough evaluation and customize your surgical plan to suit your goals—whether that’s one eye, both eyes, or staged treatment.
Considering RLE? We’ll help you see the full picture—clearly.