The natural lens of the eye focuses incoming light onto the retina, which then processes the light into distinct images. In order for your vision to be sharp and clear, the lens must be transparent so that the light can pass through.
A cataract occurs when the natural lens becomes clouded. This can happen because of traumatic injury, radiation, or the use of certain drugs, among other things. For most people, though, cataracts occur due to the natural aging process that happens within the eye.
As you age, the proteins inside your natural lens begin to break down and clump together. Over time, this causes your lens to become cloudy, affecting your vision and everyday life.
Cataracts typically develop slowly over several years. In some cases, you might not even notice any changes to your vision at first.
However, as cataracts advance, you may begin to experience a number of symptoms. The most common are:
There are several types of IOLs to match a variety of budgets, vision goals and lifestyles. At Eye Care Specialists, our cataract surgeons offer the following IOLs:
Multifocal IOLs feature distinct zones designed to focus light from various distances onto the retina simultaneously. By incorporating different optical powers within a single lens, multifocal IOLs enable patients to see clearly up close, at intermediate range, and far away. This versatility allows individuals to comfortably engage in a wide range of activities, from reading fine print to viewing distant objects, often without the need for corrective eyewear.
Extended depth of focus IOLs (EDOF) have more than one point of focus to accommodate different distance ranges. Unlike traditional monofocal lenses, EDOF IOLs utilize advanced optical technology to provide a continuous range of focus from near to far. This innovative design allows patients to experience clearer vision for various daily activities, such as reading, working on a computer, or driving, with reduced dependence on glasses.
Cataract patients with irregular-shaped corneas (astigmatism) have an added obstacle to clearer vision. Even after cataract treatment, they may still encounter some blurriness with their eyesight at all ranges of vision. The Toric IOL helps alleviate that issue. This lens implant contains special markers on the edges of the lens, which the surgeon uses to rotate and align the inserted lens to neutralize the astigmatism from the cornea.
Dr. George T. Frangieh is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist, specializing in anterior segment, refractive and cataract surgery. His surgical experience extends well over 20 years and encompasses more than 10,000 refractive procedures. He is sought out by patients from all over the country for his superior surgical abilities. As a testament to his surgical expertise, his patients include professional athletes, media personalities and local & national celebrities.
Dr. Haben Kefella is a board-certified and a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract surgery, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, and comprehensive ophthalmology. She completed her Medical Degree (MD) at Yale University School of Medicine. During her time at Yale, Dr. Kefella received a prestigious Howard Huge Medical Institute Award to complete a Master of Health Science(MHS) degree as well as to conduct research in Age Related Macular Degeneration.
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