Cataract Surgery in Burnsville, MN
Traditional Cataract Surgery
What are Cataracts
Since cataracts often take a while to form, so do their symptoms. Cataracts are most often associated with those over age 60, however, they can develop in those as young as newborns as well. A person with cataracts may experience some or all of the following symptoms listed.
- Blurred or double vision
- Gradual dulling of colors
- Halos around lights or glare when driving
- Difficulty reading in low light
- Frequent need to change glasses prescription
Several different types of intraocular lenses may be used to replace the eye’s natural lens. These lenses are very small, made of either acrylic or silicone and will remain inside the eye after surgery. A single-focus (or monofocal) lens can be implanted, providing improved distance vision, but will require eyeglasses for most activities. Premium lenses are available to reduce dependency on glasses after cataract surgery, including light-adjustable, trifocal, extended depth of focus or toric lenses. Patients who choose these lens implants use glasses much less than those who choose a monofocal IOL.
Cataract Surgery Options
“Choosing the Vision You Want for the Rest of Your Life”
You are choosing the vision you want for the rest of your life. The decision you make is permanent so understanding your options and considering all factors is important. Options may include standard cataract surgery, laser-assisted surgery or advanced refractive surgery. So, what is right for you and where do you start? The best way to begin is to come in for a consultation with Dr. Carlson. He will perform a comprehensive evaluation of the health of your eyes, determine if you are a candidate for cataract surgery and identify your surgery options. Dr. Carlson will explain your options based on the exam, testing and information you provide about your lifestyle to make the best recommendation for surgery.