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What is a Cataract?

A cataract is a progressive clouding of the eye's natural lens that interferes with light passing through to the retina. More than 50% of people over age 60, and some younger, have cataracts. Cataracts worsen over time and vision changes are like looking through a waterfall or wax paper. Reading becomes more difficult and driving dangerous. Noticeable effects include bothersome glares, halos around lights, and/or double vision.

How are Cataracts treated?

There is no treatment to reverse or prevent cataracts. To achieve clear vision, the cataract must be removed. During cataract surgery, the cloudy lens is replaced with an artificial Intra-Ocular Lens (IOL). The procedure only takes a few minutes and is performed on an outpatient basis with local or “eye drop” anesthesia.