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procedures. Using the laser, the front surface of the cataract is removed with a precision that is ten times more effective than
the human hand. This advanced technology
allows for increased precision and accuracy,
as well as better predictability of results.
The procedure is remarkably painless.
Patients report feeling a gentle pressure
on the eye while the laser incisions are
being created, but many patients will even
fall asleep during the procedure. Vision
improvement is noticeable as early as a few
hours after the procedure and will continue
to improve for four to six weeks post-surgery. Many of our patients comment that
the results are truly life-changing, as they
are able to see clearer than before.

vision. This includes single and multifocal
lenses that allow patients to see well in all
lighting conditions, as well as have excellent
vision at distance, intermediate and near.
Ophthalmologists discuss all the options
with patients to determine which lens is
the best for their lifestyle and vision needs.
Each patient receives an individual and
unique lens implant that is measured according to the shape and dimensions of
their individual eye. With today’s advanced
technology, intraocular lens implants are

able to give patients independence from
contacts and glasses. v
Editor’s note: The Department of Ophthalmology at Medical Associates provides total eye
care to the tri-state area, including the diagnoses and treatment of cataracts.
Medical Associates performed the first laserassisted cataract surgery in the tri-state region
and are currently the only providers in the area
offering this option. Call [phone] to
schedule an appointment.

REH ABI LITATI O N · I N D EPEN D ENT LI VI N G · SKI LLED NURSI N G · LO N G-TER M C ARE

Choosing Your Intraocular Lens
If cataract surgery is in your future, you will
be interested to know there are advanced
technology lenses available to help you
achieve your best vision!
An intraocular lens is a synthetic, artificial
lens that is placed inside the eye to replace
the focusing power of the natural lens that
has been surgically removed during corrective cataract surgery. Working similarly
to your eye’s natural lens, the intraocular
implant will focus light onto the retina as it
enters your cornea and pupil.
Before IOLs were developed, people had to
wear very thick eyeglasses or special contact lenses to be able to see after cataract
surgery. Now, with cataract lens replacement, several types of IOL implants are
available to help people enjoy improved

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