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LASER-ASSISTED CATARACT SURGERYChoosing the type of cataract procedure you will have is one of the most important
decisions you will make. While it’s common belief that lasers have been used in cataract surgery for years, this is simply not true. Laser cataract surgery has just recently become a
reality, and now our practice can offer it to you.
Facts About Cataracts Today’s Advanced Cataract Surgery
The Laser Difference What to Expect After Cataract Surgery
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FACTS ABOUT CATARACTS
Your eyes work like a camera and require a clear lens to see well.
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Cataracts are a clouding of the natural lens of your eye.
FACTS ABOUT CATARACTS
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Cataracts need to be removed when they affect everyday activities such as driving, reading, or watching TV.
FACTS ABOUT CATARACTS
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Cataract surgery is one of the most common and safest procedures available today, and it takes about 20 minutes to be performed.
FACTS ABOUT CATARACTS
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TODAY’S ADVANCED CATARACT SURGERY
Advanced cataract surgery allows your surgeon to tailor your procedure with the goal of reducing your need for glasses or contact lenses.
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During your procedure, your surgeon will use the most advanced technology available, including intraocular lenses and a cataract laser with advanced
imaging, to ensure that your vision is optimized after surgery.
TODAY’S ADVANCED CATARACT SURGERY
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THE LASER DIFFERENCE
Your surgeon offers the use of a cataract laser as part of your advanced cataract procedure because it is the most advanced technology available. It provides:
Safety: The laser’s imaging provides your surgeon with a 3-D model of your eye, allowing for more accurate information and treatment choices during your cataract removal procedure.
Precision: The laser’s advanced technology offers the most precise and accurate treatment available.
Results: The laser system allows your surgeon to precisely place the laser to effectively soften your cataract for removal and ensures the appropriate condition for the best lens placement, which helps restore your vision to its full potential.
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The laser system uses a proprietary imaging system that scans and takes precise measurements of your eye, in order to provide your surgeon with a
3-D model of your eye’s anatomy.
THE LASER DIFFERENCE
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The proprietary imaging system’s measurements are then used to calculate a customized treatment plan just for you.
THE LASER DIFFERENCE
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The laser is then used to soften the cataract so it can be easily removed and to ensure the appropriate condition for the most accurate placement of your new intraocular lens. The laser is designed with comfort in mind, so you can relax knowing you have the latest technology available to treat one of your
most valuable senses – your sight.
THE LASER DIFFERENCE
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The laser system is safe for your eyes. The advanced laser technology is supported by more than a decade of use by surgeons during other eye surgeries.
The laser system gives your surgeon more control and is less invasive than traditional surgery. You can have confidence and peace of mind knowing that your surgeon is guided by the precision and accuracy of the cataract laser system.
THE LASER DIFFERENCE
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WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER ADVANCED CATARACT SURGERY
After your surgery, someone should drive you home and you should take it easy for the rest of the day.
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You will be given eye drops to take as directed.
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER ADVANCED CATARACT SURGERY
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You will return to the office the next day for a quick checkup, and you can return to normal activities in one week.
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER ADVANCED CATARACT SURGERY