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Cataracts
Simply put, a cataract is a "clouding" of the lens in your eye.
Eye injury, certain diseases, or even some medications can cause
this "clouding" to occur. But, in over 90% of the cases,
clouding is caused by the natural aging process.
A cataract can be the reason
sharp images become blurred, and seeing things at night is more
difficult. It's why the eyeglasses or contact lenses that used
to help you read - or do any everyday, simple task - don't seem to
be helping.
A cataract is not a
"film" over the eye, and neither diet nor lasers will make it go
away. The most common way to treat a cataract is to remove the
old lens, and replace it with a new one.
Cataract surgery is very
successful!
The procedure is done as an outpatient right on-site at
the Azar Surgery Center. The Azar Surgery Center is fully
accredited by the
Accreditation Association for Ambulatory
Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC). You'll only spend a few hours at the center
before heading home!
It's a simple operation!
The surgeon inserts an ultrasonic probe, and breaks up the cloudy
lens. Then, he vacuums the cloudy pieces out. Once this
is done, he implants an artificial lens that will do the work of the
old, natural lens.
Almost all insurance plans
cover Cataract Surgery!
Azar Eye Institute participates with most insurances, and will
be sure to discuss your particular insurance coverage with you prior
to surgery.
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