Cataract & Refractive
Astigmatism Correction During Cataract Surgery
Corneal astigmatism does not disappear with cataract surgery unless it is specifically addressed. Toric lenses make correction part of the operation itself.
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Cataract & Refractive Lens Surgery
Cataract and refractive lens surgery, individually planned around how you want to see.
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- Refractive Cataract Surgery Refractive cataract surgery combines cataract removal with advanced lens planning to reduce dependence on glasses alongside restoring lens clarity.
- Refractive Lens Exchange Refractive lens exchange replaces the eye's natural lens with an artificial implant before cataract develops, aiming to reduce glasses dependence for life.
- Premium Lens Options Premium lens options during cataract surgery include toric and presbyopia-correcting lenses designed to expand your range of clear vision without glasses.
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- Cataract Surgery Cataract surgery removes the eye's clouded natural lens and replaces it with a clear artificial lens, restoring clarity through a well-established procedure.
- Astigmatism Correction During Cataract Surgery Corneal astigmatism can be addressed during cataract surgery with toric lens implants or relaxing techniques, planned from precise corneal measurements.
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What Is Refractive Cataract Surgery?
Refractive cataract surgery uses the lens exchange of cataract surgery to also reduce glasses dependence. Here is what distinguishes it from standard cataract surgery.
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