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CATARACT SURGERY
Cataract removal with lens implant surgery is considered one
of the most successful surgical procedures performed in medicine
today. Literally millions have successfully been performed
worldwide over the last 10 years.
What is a cataract?
A cataract is an opacity of the lens in the eye. Normally,
light passes through the clear lens and is focused onto the
retina. However, often as a result of the natural aging process,
the lens gradually becomes cloudy. The cataract or cloudy
lens blocks the passage of light through the eye and causes
distorted or blurred vision.
Restoring Vision
We provide the most advanced form of cataract surgery. It
involves topical anesthesia and a small corneal incision through
which a clear folded synthetic lens is inserted. There are
no needles, sutures or restrictions on activities. The cataract
is removed using a procedure called phacoemulsification. This
advanced technique uses ultrasound to break up and liquify
the cataract as it is suctioned out through an extremely small
incision. An intraocular lens implant is then inserted where
the cataract once was in order to restore vision. This implant
takes the place of the natural lens of the eye to once again
focus light rays onto the retina.
LASER
VISION CORRECTION
LASIK is the most advanced form of vision correction surgery
used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
LASIK combines the precision of excimer laser technology with
the benefits of a nearly painless recovery. The entire process
takes just minutes and normal activities can be resumed after
a few hours. See Doctor's Note.
CORNEAL
TRANSPLANT
The cornea is the clear front of the eye that covers the colored
iris and the round pupil. Light is focused while passing through
the cornea. To stay clear, the cornea must be healthy. If
the cornea is damaged it may become swollen or
scarred. Scars, swelling, and irregularities cause the cornea
to scatter or distort light, resulting in glare or blurred
vision. Corneal transplants can help restore lost vision and
relieve painful swelling.
Ophthalmologists
perform more than 40,000 corneal transplants each year in
the United States. Of all transplant surgery done today—including
hearts, lungs, and kidneys—corneal transplants
are by far the most common and successful.
For more information please call toll-free at
1-800-472-2620 or e-mail us at ecnd@btinet.net.
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