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Cataract Surgery

Cataracts, the clouding of the natural eye lens, affects about 22 million Americans over age 40. In fact, it’s estimated by the time they reach age 80, more than half of Americans will have a cataract or will have had cataract surgery. In other words, if you live long enough, you’re likely to be affected by cataracts.

The only treatment for cataracts is surgery to remove the clouded natural lens and implant a synthetic “intraocular” lens. This outpatient surgery takes about 10 minutes, and patients can go home as soon as it’s over. Cataract surgery is a safe, straightforward procedure performed thousands of times every day around the world.

Having a basic understanding of the procedure beforehand will help facilitate the conversation, as will having some prepared questions such as:

How advanced are my cataracts?
Which type of intraocular lens (IOL) would I benefit most from?
Will any of my current prescriptions or over-the-counter drugs complicate the surgery or recovery process?
What will my vision be like after recovery?
How much does cataract surgery cost?
What kind of foods to avoid post cataract surgery?
Who will perform the actual surgical procedure? You or another surgeon?
What is the post-surgery follow-up process?

Why choose Colorado Eye Institute?

At Colorado Eye Institute, we serve patients utilizing state-of-the-art technology in a state-of-the-art facility. One of the great benefits you’ll experience at Colorado Eye Institute is every stop from beginning to end being done in-house. We won’t send you from location to location seeing different doctors and staff; you will see the same familiar faces throughout your entire experience. You will also receive personalized service from us as we strive to understand every patient’s concerns and goals. We make sure you are comfortable and provide exceptional care along the way. Our patients are very dear to us and part of our Colorado Eye Institute family!

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