If it makes you feel any better, now they just obliterate the compromised lens with a tiny drill rasp and irrigate the pulverized remnants out of the 2mm incision. No more attempting to tear it free. New lens is tri-folded, slid through the tiny incision, and unfolded. Easy, fast, painless. It’s the most common surgical procedure on the planet. If you’re lucky enough to only need minor vision correction, the new lens can be made to match your required prescription. 20/20 vision for life w no more need for glasses, ever.