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I actually looked into this a while ago when my aunt was exploring options for advanced macular degeneration. The implantable telescope works by enlarging the central image before it reaches the damaged part of the retina, so the healthier surrounding areas can process more of the visual information. From what I read, patients usually use one eye with the telescope for detailed central vision while the other eye helps with peripheral awareness. There’s also a rehabilitation process afterward so people can adapt to using it in daily life. When we were researching, I found a lot of helpful explanations and patient information on the Centrasight HGH official site, which describes how the treatment program and evaluation process work. My aunt didn’t end up getting the implant, but learning about it made us realize there are more options than we originally thought.