Cataracts

What is an Eye Cataract?

A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, which is typically clear. For people who have cataracts, seeing through cloudy lenses is like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. Clouded vision caused by cataracts can make it more difficult to read, drive a car at night or see the expression on a friend's face. At first, stronger lighting and eyeglasses can help deal with cataracts. But if impaired vision affects usual activities, cataract surgery might be needed. Fortunately, cataract surgery is generally a safe, effective procedure.

Most cataracts develop slowly and don't disturb eyesight early on. But with time, cataracts will eventually affect vision.

How a cataract affects your vision

Clear Vision

Vision with Cataracts

What is the best way to treat cataracts?

Cataract surgery is the only way to eliminate cataracts and regain clear vision. In this procedure, an ophthalmologist removes the clouded natural lens and replaces it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). This permanent implant not only restores clarity but can also correct refractive errors, reducing your reliance on glasses or contact lenses after surgery.

Cataract Monofocal IOL

Cataract therapy using Monofocal Intraoccular Lenses (IOL) involves the removal of your naturally clouded lens and its replacement with a single-focus artificial lens. This procedure is designed to restore clear, sharp distance vision. However, because the lens has a fixed focal point, many patients may still require reading glasses for up-close work.

Cataract Premium IOL

Premium Cataract therapy using Multifocal Intraoccular Lenses (IOL) takes vision restoration a step further. These advanced lenses not only replace the clouded natural lens but also correct refractive errors such as astigmatism. Their design supports clear vision across a range of distances, often reducing or even eliminating the need for glasses.