Are you experiencing blurred or clouded vision that is slowly getting worse as you age? You may be developing cataracts in one or both eyes and it may be disrupting your day-to-day activities. A cataract is the clouding of the lens in one or both eyes and develops over a course of a few years. Losing your vision at any age can be frustrating but we have good news for you! Cataract surgery in Sun City, AZ, is minimally invasive and can help improve overall vision. Laser Cataract Surgery corrects the issue of the clouded lens by removing the lens and replacing it with an artificial one.
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Cataracts refer to the cloudiness that can occur on the lens of the eye. Cataracts are most commonly found in older adults. This is the leading cause of loss of vision among people over forty years old. Cataracts are characterized by a progressive impact on your vision. It may begin as a blurring, intensity of light and sun, and dullness in colors. It may appear as though you are looking through a piece of cloudy glass. Symptoms will continue to worsen if left untreated.
There are three types of cataracts that people can develop.
If you think you may have cataracts or your vision has progressively deteriorated, click the button below to schedule an appointment with Dr. Walman!
Early cataracts are typically treated with glasses, bifocals, or other visual aids. These treatments are non-invasive and can improve your vision. However, if your cataracts are more severe or have a significant impact on your vision, cataract surgery may be required to improve your vision. In this procedure, the surgeon will remove the cloudy lens and replace it with an artificial lens, which eliminates the cloudiness. These artificial intraocular lenses, or IOLs, traditionally have a single-focus that allows you to see clearly at one distance; however, modern multifocal lenses allow patients to see clearly at all distances, reducing or even eliminating their use of corrective eyewear. In addition, Walman Eye Center also has the option of utilizing Toric lenses which can eliminate astigmatism and strengthen your vision for distance without having to depend on glasses that correct for astigmatism. With successful surgery, all of the cloudiness will be removed and you will have clear vision again.
The surgery is still considered minimally invasive and can be performed at Walman Eye Center. Those who have cataracts in both eyes cannot have both eye procedures done at once. Usually, the laser cataract surgery is performed weeks apart to ensure eye health and safety.
After cataract surgery, which usually takes 10 minutes or less, it is important to allow the appropriate recovery time to ensure the health and safety of your eye and vision. Immediately after surgery, you will wear an eye shield to protect your eye and aid in the healing process. You may be able to remove the shield several hours after surgery. When the shield is first removed, your vision may be blurry or distorted but this is normal. Your eye will need to adjust to the new artificial lens that has been placed in your eye to replace the blurred lens. Most people find their vision to be clear after several hours or the days following the surgery. Colors will also seem brighter with the new lens.
Follow-up appointments are required 1-2 days after surgery, one week after surgery, and one month after surgery to monitor the healing process. Some discomfort may occur over the first few days following surgery but it is important to avoid rubbing or itching your eye. Eye drops will be prescribed to prevent infection and reduce inflammation. Within the first week of your surgery, discomfort and irritation should dissipate and vision will be much clearer.
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Cataract surgery costs vary depending on insurance coverage, the type of intraocular lens implanted in the eye, the type of technology used (laser), and specific costs for the particular eye center you choose for the surgery. Cataract surgery usually costs between $2,000-$6,000 per eye if you are paying out of pocket for the procedure. If you need more information on cataract surgery Sun City costs and to check on any saving options available to you, click the button below to get in contact with the Walman Eye Center team!
**It is important to speak with a representative from your insurance company to determine what coverage is included and what, if any, out-of-pocket expenses you will have.
If you suspect cataracts or have been diagnosed with cataracts, you may be a candidate for cataract surgery Sun City. Before making the decision to pursue this treatment, it is important for you to have all the information you need. Please call Walman Eye Center today to make an appointment and ask questions about cataract surgery Sun City to improve your vision.
With an unwavering commitment to personalized patient eye care, our team is focused on providing superior vision correction solutions that produce lasting results for our patients. We offer comprehensive eye care and laser eye surgery with two convenient locations near downtown Phoenix and also in Sun City. At Walman Eye Center, we understand that each and every patient that walks through our doors is unique and our staff strives to understand their individual needs.
If you’re tired of dealing with debilitating cataracts, contact Walman Eye Center today to learn more about our cataract surgery Sun City process and how it can better your life at a surprisingly reasonable cost. With over 30 years of laser surgery experience, Dr. Walman has performed over 50,000 successful cataracts surgery procedures to improve his patients’ lives. Choose someone with the proven results you can trust.
