While PMMA was the first material to be used in IOL implantation, technological advances have brought about silicone and acrylic lenses, which are foldable and therefore, more applicable …

Advances in cataract surgery have increased the demand for intraocular lens (IOL) materials. At present, the progress of IOL materials mainly contains further improving biocompatibility, …

Jun 1, 2025 · Silicone and acrylic compositions make up the most common types of cataract lenses. Silicone-based IOLs provide excellent flexibility and durability, while acrylic intraocular …

Comprehensive database of intraocular lenses (IOLs) with specifications, powers, materials, and clinical data for ophthalmologists and eye surgeons.

Nov 1, 2021 · This article provides an overview of intraocular lenses (IOLs) currently used in cataract surgery.

Nov 20, 2019 · Current materials used for IOL optics are of two types—acrylic and silicone. Acrylic materials can be rigid (PMMA) and foldable made of hydrophobic acrylic materials …

Oct 18, 2023 · Explore the characteristics, advantages, and considerations of different intraocular lens (IOL) materials used in cataract surgery. Gain insights into choosing the most suitable …

Dec 14, 2025 · Foldable IOLs are primarily made from silicone or acrylic polymers, while rigid lenses use Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA). The core of an IOL is a polymer, with three main …

Let’s delve into the three primary materials used in IOL manufacturing – PMMA, Acrylic, and Silicone – and understand what makes each unique. IOL surgeries are not one-size-fits-all. …

An intraocular lens (IOL) is a lens implanted in the eye usually as part of a treatment for cataracts or for correcting other vision problems such as near-sightedness (myopia) and far-sightedness …