Abstract: Methods for the creation of microspheres treat the clear, intact crystalline lens of the eye with energy pulses, such as from lasers, for the purpose of correcting presbyopia, other refractive errors, and for the retardation and prevention of cataracts. Microsphere formation in non-contiguous patterns or in contiguous volumes works to change the flexure, mass, or shape of the crystalline lens in order to maintain or reestablish the focus of light passing through the ocular lens onto the macular area, and to maintain or reestablish fluid transport within the ocular lens.

Abstract: The invention consists of methods for treating the clear, intact crystalline lens of the eye with high energy light such as lasers, for the purpose of correcting presbyopia, other refractive errors, and the prevention of cataracts. The aim is to change the mass, shape, and/or flexure of the crystalline lens in order to maintain or reestablish the focus of all light onto the macular area.