Cataracts, a common vision problem, are the gradual clouding of the natural lenses as proteins break down over time. There’s no way to clear the cloudiness without removing the natural lens and swapping it for an artificial replacement.
While cataract replacement has long been one of the most common surgical procedures performed around the world, laser-assisted procedures are a comparatively new development.
At Advanced Lasik in Midtown East, New York City, Duarte and Long Beach, California, ophthalmologist Dr. Randa Garrana is always at the forefront of laser eye surgery technology.
In this blog, we’ll examine seven advancements in laser cataract surgery that make today’s procedures more precise and safer, making an already reliable vision repair even better.
Traditionally, a manual tool creates the incision that opens the capsule in which the natural lens resides. Laser cataract surgery uses a very fast “femtosecond laser” to add precision to the process far beyond the steadiest surgeon’s hand. Lasers also assure consistency.
Clearing away the cloudy lens requires breaking up the inner tissue and suctioning it out of the lens capsule, which remains to accept the replacement lens. Eye surgeons use ultrasound to break up the natural lens.
Laser cataract surgery uses the laser to start the process, reducing the amount of ultrasound energy needed to finish. This also reduces the amount of trauma affecting surrounding eye tissue, for a more optimized recovery.
Computerized control of the surgical laser uses a detailed map of your eyes to guide the surgery. This also permits greater personalization to your treatment: Dr. Garrana can custom-tune your surgery to match the specific conditions of your eyes.
Laser cataract surgery smooths the way for premium intraocular lenses. Rather than generic fixed focused lenses, we can fit you with multifocal and toric lenses, providing you with a better match for your vision needs. The result? Your need for corrective contacts or glasses may be greatly reduced.
The precision of laser assistance also expands the ability to correct mild to moderate astigmatism. Today’s lasers are precise enough to make the corneal incisions necessary for this vision enhancing technique.
While conventional cataract surgery is safe, lasers boost surgical control to levels far beyond manual techniques. Depending on the condition of your eyes, your risk of common cataract surgery complications and side effects can drop dramatically.
While inflammation is a necessary and welcome part of your body’s recovery mechanisms, minimally invasive laser procedures reduce the amounts of inflammation.
This assures reduced discomfort and faster healing times as a result. In fact, you may be surprised just how little downtime is necessary after your laser cataract procedure.
Ready to learn more about laser cataract surgery? Call or click online to book an appointment at your nearest Advanced Lasik location today. We have one East Coast office in Midtown East, New York City, and two West Coast offices in Duarte and Long Beach, California.
