Laser-Guided Cataract Surgery Delivers Advantages
Living with the cloudy, blurred vision brought on courtesy of cataracts is not easy. When this condition threatens the normal pace of life, it’s time to take action. For some patients, laser-guided cataract surgery can provide the necessary fix while possibly delivering a bonus in improving vision in the process. Laser-guided cataract surgery is a relatively new option that is often able to treat both cataracts and astigmatism at the same time. The end result is clearer, crisper vision for many without the need for corrective lenses following surgery. Conventional assisted laser cataract removal involves the use of a hand-held blade to open the eye. A probe is then used to fragment the eye’s lens so it can be removed and replaced with an artificial lens. The laser-guided option relies on a laser for many of these tasks, providing more precision in the process. While both procedures produce tremendous results for patients, laser-guided procedures are considered easier on the eye. That...