Category: Cataracts

Cataract removal surgery is a very unique procedure. You may think it involves removing the cataract, but there’s more to it! Thanks to our current technologies, cataract surgery involves removing the lens. When that lens has been removed, it’s replaced with an IOL, or intraocular lens. What is interesting about IOLs is they can make… Read More

Even with a common procedure like cataract surgery, there are many questions about it. Patients who need cataract surgery may not have a clue what the procedure entails. Thankfully, it’s an extremely safe surgery! It’s a very well understood surgery. It’s also no coincidence that it’s one of the most performed surgeries in the world…. Read More

When it comes to surgery on your eyes, pain is a top concern. Everyone has gotten poked in the eye at some point! It hurts, so why would you want to do something like it on purpose? Cataract surgery couldn’t be further from getting poked in the eye! It is performed under localized anesthetic. This… Read More

Cataract surgery is one of the most common surgeries in the U.S. Because of this, it can boast an incredibly impressive 98% success rate, which also makes it one of the safest surgeries. However, it is still a major surgery and risks of complication involved. If you are nervous about getting cataract surgery with the… Read More

Cataracts and dry eye are conditions that are very different from each other, but share two important things in common: they affect eyesight, and they can be treated. Furthermore, the two do have a relationship. Dry eye is one of the risks associated with cataract surgery, as a pre-existing dry eye can be made worse… Read More

If your cataracts are beginning to interfere with your quality of life, your doctor may have suggested cataract surgery. Cataract surgery is a common procedure to remove your cataracts permanently, and it can be a life-changing procedure for those who suffer from bad cataracts. But many people have questions before they decide to have surgery…. Read More

Have cataracts? Looking to get them removed? Cataract removal surgery has been proven safe time and time again. The common procedure can help restore your vision and improve the quality of your sight. After cataract surgery, it’s possible that your vision will be the best it’s been in years! Recovery from cataract surgery is not… Read More

Getting cataract surgery can be an overwhelming experience. From choosing an experienced eye surgeon to making all of the appointments necessary, there’s a lot of decisions to make. One of the most important decisions you will make, however, is which kind of IOL you will use. To help with this decision here is some helpful… Read More

Finding a surgeon is hard. Finding a surgeon who can successfully perform surgery on your eyes can be even harder. Rest assured, however, that there are many avenues you can take that will ensure you are choosing the right cataract surgeon to fit your needs. All you need to do is a little bit of… Read More

  If your vision is blurry as a result of cataracts, your doctor may recommend cataract surgery. During cataract surgery, your doctor will remove the cloudy lens and replace it with a clear artificial one. Many patients get nervous at the mention of surgery and that is completely understandable. However, cataract surgery is an incredibly… Read More