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Cataract Lens Types
Freedom from glasses starts with the right lenses
When considering cataract surgery, understanding your lens options is key. Refractive lenses offer a more comprehensive solution than standard monofocal lenses. They correct a wider range of vision issues, including astigmatism, to significantly reduce your dependence on glasses for both distance and near tasks.
Multifocal
These lenses provide clear vision at multiple distances, allowing many patients to go glasses-free for most daily activities.
Extended Depth of Focus
EDOF lenses give you a wider range of continuous focus, making tasks like using a computer or seeing your car dashboard much clearer.
Monofocal
This lens provides a single point of focus, meaning glasses will most likely still be needed for some tasks. It has long been the most common option available and is typically the only one available on the NHS.
Toric
All lens types can be made as a toric lens. This special design corrects astigmatism, a common condition caused by an irregularly shaped cornea, which results in blurred or distorted vision.
Not sure which lens is right for you?
Advanced cataract surgery with 5-star service
| Professor Mohammed Muhtaseb | High street clinics | NHS | |
| A thorough consultation with YOUR surgeon before surgery | Rarely, with minimal interaction on the day of the surgery | Variable | |
| Option to be glasses free | Variable | Rarely | |
| Short waiting times | Variable | Rarely | |
| Both eyes can be treated on the same day | Variable | No | |
| Experienced consultant performing surgery | Yes | No | |
| Post surgery care package included | Variable | Yes |
Nervous Patient? Your Comfort Is Our Priority
One of the biggest reasons patients delay cataract surgery is due to fear or anxiety. We want to reassure you that there is nothing to worry about. Cataract surgery is pain free procedure and Professor Muhtaseb will always put your comfort and safety above all else. We see such amazing improvements in our patient’s quality of life post surgery, so if you feel nervous, don’t hesitate to reach out and talk about your concerns with us.
Pain free
The procedure is done under local anaesthesia so your eye will be completely numb and you will feel no pain.
Fast recovery
Most patients go back to normal activities within a few days and improvement in vision is almost immediate.
Quick and simple
The procedure is low risk and takes on average 15 minutes and is over before you know it!
Professor’s mobile number
Unlike many other providers, for reassurance we include Professor’s mobile number in our post-op brochure.
Free optional sedation
If you are very anxious we offer optional sedation at no additional cost.
Calming atmosphere
Professor Muhtaseb makes sure there is music and a comfortable environment for you throughout the entire procedure.
Doctors Who Trust Professor Muhtaseb
Cataract surgery is a delicate procedure. Professor Muhtaseb is a highly skilled surgeon with extensive experience, advanced techniques and great outcomes – that’s why other doctors place their trust in him.
Professor Vaseekaran Sivarajasingam, Consultant Oral Surgeon, Cardiff and Vale UHB
“Great person, brilliant and innovative surgeon, excellent and tailored care from start to finish, had both my cataracts done by Professor Muhtaseb, now not needing glasses for driving or reading, would have given six stars if I could!!”
Dr Taj Hassan
“I had my cataracts surgery performed by Professor Muhtaseb who is, in my view, the best eye surgeon in Wales. I was thoroughly impressed by his clinical and surgical expertise!The surgery was performed in a modern well equipped hospital with both the pre- & post-surgical care being of the highest order! The whole experience was very patient-centred.”
Dr Moayed Ismael Aziz - Consultant Anaesthetist at NHSTrust
“I’ve had my both eyes done with Multifocal lenses for near and far sight. I’ve had them done 3 days a part. I was able to drive within a week and haven’t used glasses since. I used to have reading as well as far vision glasses. Now I’m free of glasses 😊
Amazing results and fantastic care.
The best service, second to none.
Highly recommended 👍👍”
Minimising the Risk - Your Vision in Safe Hands
Cataract surgery is one of the safest surgical procedures, but it isn’t completely devoid of risk.
4x Lower Risk of Complications
Professor Muhtaseb boasts far lower complication rates the national average in cataract surgery, particularly for Posterior Capsule Rupture (PCR), reflecting the high standard of surgical safety. Poster Capsule Rupture (PCR) rate is the most common complication during cataract surgery and it can contribute to vision loss.
*National Ophthalmology Database 2024.**Based on results March 2019 – June 2025
Most people have cataract surgery without knowing about all the options they actually have surrounding cataract surgery. Unfortunately, most people only find this out after having cataract surgery. The information in this 2026 Cataract Guide could save you frustration and worry, as you will learn what are the key factors you should consider while looking for cataract treatment. Simply click the button below to give us your email and we’ll send you the guide:
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Initial Consultation With Professor
All consultations are directly with Professor Mohammed Muhtaseb
Post-operative consultation & care
All consultations are directly with Prof Muhtaseb; free until discharge