During CLE, the natural lens is removed from the eye and replaced with an acrylic, silicone, or plastic artificial lens (called an intraocular lens, or IOL). The trusted surgeons at Kleiman Evangelista Eye Centers use state-of-the-art laser technology to ensure patients experience minimal discomfort and the highest-quality, most customized results. Our computer-assisted instrument allows us to make highly precise cuts; then, an intraoperative wavefront aberrometer is used to fine-tune the results once the lens is replaced. The procedure typically takes no longer than 20 minutes, and most patients require only a short recovery period.

At Kleiman Evangelista Eye Centers, we’re proud to offer the latest innovations in CLE and advanced IOLs, including various premium multifocal IOLs that allow you to see at different distances without relying on glasses. Our experienced team will help you understand each option and choose the best lens for your vision goals, lifestyle, and budget during your free consultation.

CLE can correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, and it’s particularly helpful in resolving early onset cataracts. The surgery isn’t right for everyone, but it may be an option for people with dry eye syndrome, thin corneas, or presbyopia (gradual loss of your eyes' ability to focus on nearby objects). If you’re not a candidate for CLE, we can help you explore other vision correction options that may be better suited for you and your needs.

At Kleiman Evangelista Eye Centers, we strive to make vision correction possible for any budget and to help our patients understand the long-term value of their vision correction procedure. We accept health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs). Additionally, we offer financing options through Care Credit and Alphaeon, subject to credit approval. During your free consultation, our knowledgeable team will help you determine how to make your CLE procedure as affordable as possible.