Cataracts
Doctors With A Caring Eye
Because the natural lens has been removed, cataracts cannot come back. Occasionally a film can form on the lens which can be treated with an outpatient laser procedure, this is called a secondary cataract but is different from a true cataract.
Yes, patients are given a conscious sedation meaning you will be relaxed but awake.
This is not recommended as vision can take several weeks to stabilize during healing and vision can be slightly compromised. Also, one eye at a time can help reduce the occurrence of post operative complications.
Stitches or sutures are generally not used, a small incision is placed and the eye will self-seal the wound.
Most cataracts are a result of the aging process of the natural lens in your eye, there is no evidence to support that supplements or eye drops help to reduce the occurrence of cataracts or dissolve them.
Yes, the dense and cloudy natural lens must be removed and replaced by an implant to recover/improve vision.
Surgery is only recommended when the cataracts begin to impair your lifestyle and when the risks of surgery are outweighed by the benefits as deemed in consult with your Doctor.
No, however, it will improve glare, haloes, and cloudy vision.
Yes, without a replacement lens, the eye will not be able to focus light to allow for clear vision.
Acrylic
No, but the vision will be different that you are used to and it will likely take a little time to get used to, this varies for every patient.
There will be a device used to hold the eye open so you are unable to blink, the eye will be numbed and moisturized frequently for comfort.
No, you will need a driver the day of surgery due to anesthesia. You are able to use a rideshare service/taxi, however, someone you know must accompany you home.
Usually not an issue, we try to minimize this, if this is a concern, discuss with your doctor.
