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Why Fall is the Ideal Season to Enhance Your Vision Before the Holidays with Cataract Surgery

Fall is a season of preparation—preparing for colder weather, the end of the year, and the approaching holidays. It’s also an excellent opportunity to enhance your vision, particularly if you have been diagnosed with cataracts. Cataract surgery, a highly...

What to Expect Before, During, and After Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery is a common and effective procedure to restore vision loss. If you’re thinking about cataract surgery, knowing the process can calm your worries and make sure you’re ready for each step. At SightMD, we promise to give...

Understanding Pediatric Cataracts

Cataracts are not a condition exclusively reserved for the elderly; they can also affect the eyes of the very young. Pediatric cataracts, though less common, can significantly impact a child’s vision and development if not promptly addressed. Understanding the...

Age-Related Cataracts

What are Age-Related Cataracts? Cataracts are a natural part of the aging process and occur when the proteins in the lens of the eye begin to clump together, causing cloudiness or opacity. Age-related cataracts typically develop slowly over time...

Understanding Astigmatism

What is Astigmatism? Astigmatism is a refractive error that occurs when the cornea or lens of the eye has an irregular shape. Instead of being perfectly round like a basketball, the cornea or lens may be shaped more like...

Common Cataract Post-Surgery Experiences

Managing Common Cataract Post-Surgery Experiences Cataract surgery is a transformative procedure that restores clarity and vision to those affected by cataracts. While the surgery itself is highly successful, some patients may experience common post-operative symptoms as their eyes heal....

Astigmatism Worse After Cataract Surgery

Understanding Why Your Astigmatism May Worsen After Cataract Surgery Cataract surgery is a highly successful procedure that restores clear vision for millions of individuals worldwide each year. However, some patients may notice a worsening of their astigmatism following cataract...

Improvements in Vision After Cataract Surgery

What to Expect with Improvements in Vision After Cataract Surgery Cataracts are a common eye condition that can affect anyone, particularly as they age. When cataracts develop, the normally clear lens of the eye becomes cloudy, leading to blurred...

Healthy Diet and Cataracts

The Role of a Healthy Diet in Preventing Cataracts As we age, various eye conditions can develop that impact our vision. One such condition is cataracts, a clouding of the eye’s lens that can lead to blurred or dimmed...

Daily Life with Cataracts

Managing Everyday Activities with Cataracts Cataracts, characterized by the clouding of the eye’s lens, can significantly impact one’s vision and quality of life. As cataracts progress, routine activities like reading, driving, and even recognizing faces may become challenging. However,...

Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery at SightMD

Advancements of Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery at SightMD In the realm of eye care, innovations continue to redefine the landscape of cataract surgery. One such groundbreaking advancement is Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery, a technique that has revolutionized the precision...

Long-Term Considerations for Individuals with Cataracts

What to consider Long-Term for Individuals with Cataracts As we age, our eyes undergo various changes, and one common condition that may develop is cataracts. Cataracts can impact our vision, affecting our ability to see the world clearly. In...

Can I See My Cataracts in the Mirror?

Cataracts are a common eye condition that affects millions of people worldwide. They occur when the natural lens of the eye becomes cloudy, leading to blurry vision and other visual disturbances. If you suspect you may have cataracts, you...

Cataracts vs. Glaucoma: Understanding the Differences

Cataracts and glaucoma are two common eye conditions that can affect vision and quality of life. While both conditions can lead to vision loss if left untreated, they have distinct causes and require different approaches to diagnosis and treatment....

Common Problems after Cataract Surgery

What are the most common problems after cataract surgery? Cataract surgery is a highly successful and commonly performed procedure that aims to restore clear vision by removing the clouded lens affected by cataracts. While the majority of patients experience...

How painful is Cataract Surgery?

Cataracts can significantly impact vision and quality of life, making cataract surgery one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures worldwide. However, many individuals considering cataract surgery often have concerns about the potential pain associated with the procedure. In this...

The Three Types of Cataracts

Cataracts are a common eye condition that affects millions of people worldwide. They cause clouding of the natural lens of the eye, leading to vision impairment and, if left untreated, can even result in blindness. It is crucial to understand...

What does your vision look like when you need cataract surgery?

In the past we have explained and detailed the condition known as “cataracts,” which develop when the clear part of the eye that focuses light clouds over. Solutions such as surgery have also been discussed in this blog, but...

Early Signs Of Cataracts To Look Out For

Cataracts are the leading cause of vision impairment, especially in seniors, which affect approximately 25 million Americans aged 40 and older. In older adults, the eye’s crystalline lens yellows and begins to harden, resulting in blurry vision, dull color perception,...

How common is lens dislocation after cataract surgery?

A dislocated intraocular lens (IOL) after cataract surgery is rare and occurs in less than 3% of cases, but it can be a serious complication that may require surgery to repair. Sufferers usually have the following disorders or previous...

Light Adjustable Lenses: Revolutionizing Vision Correction

Advancements in the field of ophthalmology have brought forth innovative solutions to improve vision and enhance quality of life. One such breakthrough is the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL). With its ability to be customized and fine-tuned post-surgery, the LAL...

What causes blurred vision after cataract surgery

You don’t need to panic if you have blurry vision for a few days after surgery. Blurred vision is a common reaction to cataract surgery because your eyes need time to heal and adjust to the lens your doctor implanted. Blurry...

How Long Do I Have to Wear an Eye Shield After Cataract Surgery?

If you have been diagnosed with cataracts and decided to undergo surgery, you should know that this operation is safe and relatively quick, as it can be performed between 30 and 45 minutes. It is important, however, to be familiar...

What Are the Most Common Problems After Cataract Surgery?

If you are about to undergo cataract surgery, it would be an understatement to say that  you have enough to think about as you prepare for this procedure. Remember though that cataract surgery is safe and – at a...

LASIK vs Cataract Surgery: How do they compare?

If you’ve been following “Everyday Insight” on a regular basis (and we at SightMD hope you are), you’ve most likely read blogs about or glanced over descriptions of the terms—“cataract surgery” and “LASIK eye surgery.” In fact, you may...

Should I Wait to Have Cataract Surgery on Second Eye

Cataracts is a common eye condition that affects many people. Cataract surgery is a safe, frequently performed operation to aid those who have the condition. Still, receiving a diagnosis of having cataracts and realizing that surgery will be performed on the...

When Should you Consider Having Cataract Surgery

It may seem like a tough reality to face, but many people will develop cataracts at some point in their lives. Most people will either get cataracts or have had cataract surgery by the age of 80. With that...

How Long Does It Take to Remove a Cataract?

Cataracts sometimes start to develop in a person’s eye lens as they get older (age-related cataracts), stopping some of the light from reaching the retina. Although cataracts are often associated with age, in rare cases babies are born with cataracts or young...

What Are the Early-Stage Treatments for Cataracts?

One reason that people put off scheduling any kind of medical checkup is the fear of getting a serious diagnosis. While it is only human nature to have this concern, that’s the purpose of having health checks. Where eyesight...

Do cataracts make your eyes water?

Cataracts, as SightMD has explained, is a not uncommon condition where the lens of the eye becomes clouded. And while there are a variety of causes that lead to a diagnosis of cataracts, many of our patients wonder about symptoms and...

Cataract Surgery on Long Island

If you are interested in getting Cataract Surgery in Suffolk County or Nassau County on Long Island, we invite you to experience the SightMD difference at our Long Island locations which offers full-service Cataract Surgery. Each of our locations provides comprehensive ophthalmology and...

What Are The Common Causes of Cataracts?

The condition of cataracts, while it is concerning, is not uncommon. Cataracts develop when the proteins in a person’s lens (or lenses) deteriorate and break down. Many may wonder as to the cause of this condition. Causes of Cataracts There is...

What Are Cataracts?

While most people have heard the word “cataracts,” they may not know exactly what they are. Actually, the term for this condition is often referred to in singular form: cataract. As defined by the American Academy of Ophthalmology®, when proteins...

What Activities Should You Steer Clear Of, Post-Cataract Surgery?

Having cataract surgery can give you a whole new vision – literally and figuratively – of the world around you. But after the healing process, it’s important to resist wanting to just get back into the routine of going about your...

Do eye vitamins improve vision?

While there are many causes for blurry vision including needing prescription eyeglasses, excessive digital screen use and eye infections, vitamins have been shown to help keep the eyes healthy and lower the risk of certain eye diseases. Many of these vitamins...

Can Cataracts Be Treated Without Surgery?

What is a Cataract? Cataracts are when the clear lenses of your eyes become opaque and result in blurred vision. Cataracts are the most common of eye conditions that typically develop as you grow older.  When it comes to cataracts,...

Can Cataracts Cause Headaches?

It can be difficult enough to navigate the vision issues associated with cataracts. After all, cataracts cause things to look blurry, hazy, or dull. They might make you see double and increase your sensitivity to light. But can a clouded...

Should I Pay out of Pocket for Cataract Surgery?

That Depends On The Option You Choose Many surgeons refer to these options as “Premium,” “Advanced,” “Custom” or “Refractive” cataract surgery. This article will go on to describe the three basic choices that are available today to help you with...

How to care for your eye after Cataract Surgery

Vision loss due to the development of a cataract in the eye is highly common. Fortunately, cataract surgery is safe, frequently conducted, and painless. By replacing your natural (clouded) lens with an artificial one, you will experience restored vision...

4 Advantages of Femtolaser Cataract Surgery

Laser or Femtolaser cataract surgery is currently the most advanced way to remove a cataract. It offers increased safety, precision, and offers a gentler option for removing cataracts. There are 4 main advantages for laser cataract surgery, which we’ll...

Why We Wear Sunglasses After Cataract Surgery

If you’ve ever had cataract surgery, one of the first things a doctor will hand you after the procedure is a pair of sunglasses. But why should you wear them? Here we lay out the reasons why we have...

Cataract Surgery and Blood Thinners

Many common medications are blood thinners or anticoagulants which prevent blood clots. The most common are coumadin, plavix, aspirin, and vitamin E. While these treatments are beneficial to blood circulation and are often essential to a person’s heart health,...

Cataract Surgery and Astigmatism

There are several ways to correct astigmatism in the setting of cataract surgery. Our team of highly skilled eye doctors and surgeons are ready to create a personalized treatment plan for you to restore your vision and your quality...

Cost of Cataract Surgery in 2024

Cataract surgery is common in the US, but can be expensive if insurance doesn’t pay for it. Without private insurance or Medicare, the out-of-pocket expense can range from $3,000 to $7,000 per eye. With insurance or Medicare, traditional monofocal...

What Type of Anesthesia do they use for Cataract Surgery?

Surgery of any kind can be scary. When you have eye surgery, you usually need to stay awake and conscious so that you maintain control of your eyes.  Our team will do everything in our power to keep you...