Category: Cataract Surgery
Cataract Surgery: Are Adjustable IOLs Right for You?
Until now, cataract surgeons have relied on pre-surgery measurements to determine your visual outcome. Traditionally, cataract patients undergo extensive pre-operative tests to determine the prescription of their new intraocular lens (IOL). However there’s a new type of lens that allows our physicians to optimize your vision after cataract surgery. The ability to adjust your lens… Read More
Cataract Surgery: Which is the better lens, Multifocal or Monofocal?
Cataracts affect millions of people every year. More than 24 million people, age 40 or older, in the United States. The good news is that there is a cure, cataract surgery. Did you know that cataract surgery is one of the most common surgeries? While cataract surgery sounds intimidating and scary, cataract surgery is quick,… Read More
Hydrus Microstent: Less is more By Dr. Scott C. So
While cataract alone reduces eye pressure, the addition of a Micro Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) can add even more pressure reduction. MIGS popularity has soared in the last five years, producing a 40 percent growth year over year. These procedures are just as safe as cataract surgery, and I would argue safer than cataract surgery… Read More
Cataract Surgery and COVID-19: Is it Safe?
Every year about 3 million Americans undergo cataract surgery. However, this year a lot of individuals are wondering whether or not cataract surgery is safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many individuals may be postponing their procedures to limit their exposure to COVID-19. However, cataract surgery is a decision that best made between you and your… Read More
Do you have Cataracts? New Technology to Help Improve Your Vision
What is PanOptix®? PanOptix is a new lens clinically shown to deliver an exceptional combination of near, intermediate, and distance vision while significantly reducing the need for glasses after surgery. In addition, the center of the AcrySof IQ PanOptix Trifocal IOL allows for better near (reading) vision and intermediate (computer work) vision. How Does PanOptix… Read More
Need Cataract Surgery? This is Good News.
The word cataract may sound foreign to you and perhaps a bit scary even because the word, surgery, usually follows this word. However, we assure you that cataracts are not a scary disease. In fact, this surgery may improve your vision and lifestyle. Before we dive into surgery side, let’s chat about what is exactly… Read More
