About-Eyes.com | Cataracts, IOLs, and Cataract Surgeries

Femtosecond Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery

How Do The Marketing Promises Compare Reality? In particular, we’re going to be discussing whether or not the literature supports the marketing. We’re going to discuss whether or not assumed promises are actually born out.

Dry Eye Worse after Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery

Femto laser-assisted cataract surgery has been touted by many as a “gentler” method of cataract surgery. In fact, there is little objective evidence to suggest that laser-assisted cataract surgery is any gentler than ultrasound-only cataract surgery…

Enhanced Range of Vision with the Staar nanoFLEX® Intraocular Lens

The range of vision possible with cataract surgery using the Staar nanoFLEX® IOL is impressive, but not complete. It is often still necessary to wear readers to clearly see objects closer than arm’s length.

How Ink Jet Printers and Shellfish Could Reduce Infection after Cataract Surgery

Mar 23, 2009

The “stitch or no stitch” controversy in ophthalmology may be ended by an unlikely marriage of ink jet technology and shellfish. “What?” you say; Let me explain:

What To Expect After Cataract Surgery

Mar 20, 2009

In general the post-operative cataract experience is uneventful other than the usual “Wow!” experience of improved vision. Here’s a glimpse of what to expect after surgery

What to Expect the Day of Cataract Surgery

Mar 18, 2009

The big day has arrived. No doubt, you will feel some anxiety the morning of cataract surgery. Relax. Most people say it’s not nearly as scary as they expected and that the anticipation is worse than the surgery itself.

What To Expect Prior To Cataract Surgery

Mar 17, 2009

So, assuming you have already chosen a surgeon and he or she has confirmed that you have a cataract and you would benefit from cataract surgery, what can you expect Prior to Cataract Surgery?

Why A Diabetic’s Cataract Surgery May Not Be A “Piece Of Cake”

Mar 16, 2009

While it is true that for most people cataract surgery is a “piece of cake,” for surgery to go well it helps to have an otherwise healthy eye. If someone has any eye disease in addition to the cataract this will increase the risk that the final vision will be limited after surgery.