Cataracts
Cataracts can significantly impact an individual's day-to-day life by causing clouded or blurred vision, making it challenging to see clearly. Those struggling with cataracts may have trouble with reading, driving, or even recognizing their loved ones’ faces. Thankfully, cataracts can be treated to enhance one’s quality of life.
At Miramar Eye Institute, we offer cutting-edge solutions for those affected by cataracts, utilizing advanced surgical techniques and state-of-the-art technology. Our personalized treatment plans are tailored to each patient's unique needs, ensuring optimal restoration of clear vision. By addressing cataracts with precision and care, we aim to enhance our patients' quality of life, allowing them to enjoy daily activities with renewed clarity and confidence.
What are Cataracts?
Cataracts are a condition that affects the crystalline lens, which is located just behind the iris (or colored portion) of the eye. Cataracts occur when the crystalline lens becomes inflexible and cloudy, causing impaired and blurry or clouded vision for the patient.
Cataracts can occur in one or both eyes and are extremely common among older adults. Cataracts can also occur in children and young adults when related to congenital disorders or other medical conditions.
Common Signs & Symptoms of Cataracts
Cataracts often present symptoms that can gradually worsen, leading to challenges in performing routine tasks. The most common and notable signs of cataracts include:
- Clouded or blurred vision
- Difficulty with night vision
- Sensitivity to light
- Seeing halos around lights
If you find you are struggling with one or more of the above cataract symptoms, it is important you receive a comprehensive eye exam at your earliest convenience. The sooner you receive care, the sooner you can go back to enjoying your favorite activities.
Treating Cataracts with Surgery
During your cataract- removal surgery, Dr. Kenneth Karp and his expert team of eye professionals remove the cloudy cataract lens and replace it with a clear prosthetic intraocular lens. At Miramar Eye Institute, we are proud to offer bladeless treatment for cataracts with advanced surgical techniques using the LenSx® femtosecond laser, which utilizes an advanced computer -guidance system to provide increased precision and accuracy for optimal vision.
There are various intraocular lenses (IOLs) depending on your condition that needs to be treated. These lenses include: