A cataract is a condition in which
the lens of the eye becomes cloudy or opaque. This cloudiness interferes with the passage of light rays through the lens and
prevents them from being sharply focused on the retina, the back wall of the eye. This condition results in varying degrees
of blurred vision. By placing a small incision in the
eye, the surgeon removes the cataract by a process called phacoemulsification, during which the surgeon dissolves the cataract.
This method is commonly regarded as the laser technique, but actually it uses sound waves to disintegrate the cataract and
then vacuum the microscopic particles from the eye. Lasers may be used after cataract surgery to eliminate any residual cloudiness. At
the same time the cataract is removed, the lens of the eye is replaced with a crystal clear lens implant, which is inserted
through the same small incision. With the new lens in place, the eye can function properly and normal vision is restored. With the no-stitch cataract removal technique, the incision
is very small and angled in a way which will enable it to close on its own. The outward pressure from the fluid within the
eye acts as a seal, so there is no need for stitches Once the incision is made, the surgeon dissolves the cataract
by phacoemulsification, inserts an artificial lens through the same incision and allows pressure to seal the incision naturally. Small incision, no-stitch cataract surgery enables the eye to heal
fast and reduces recovery time significantly. In addition, post-operative activities are practically unlimited. A virtually
pain-free local anesthesia is used, and you can walk right out of the Surgery Center shortly after surgery and perform most
of your daily functions with no restrictions. Many patients are able to return to work or sports within days instead of weeks
or months, as was common with older surgery methods. While not everyone is a candidate for no-stitch surgery,
most patients receive this advanced surgical technique and are able to resume their daily activities quickly and confidently. We take great pride in the exceptional service our patients
receive. Our highly skilled surgeons have many years of experience and use only the newest, most advanced technology. Our
goal is to make sure you receive high quality, individualized attention in a friendly and caring environment. |