When Should Cataracts be Removed? Cataracts can be performed at any stage of cataract development. There is no need to wait until your cataract is “ripe” before removing it. Most people choose to have their cataracts removed when the change in their vision starts to cause them difficulties in everyday life. To reduce the start […]
As we age, proteins begin to clump together inside the natural lens of the eye. This causes the lens of the eye to become cloudy and light rays to scatter inside the eye instead of focusing directly on the back of the eye (retina) and creates a blurred vision. A cataract is a common vision […]
Are Cataracts Common? Over fifty percent of people over the age of 60, and quite a few younger than that, experience cataracts. In fact, cataracts are so common, it is said that everyone will develop a cataract if they live long enough. A cataract is a progressive clouding of the eye’s natural lens that interferes […]
Cataract surgery removes the clouded natural lens and replaces it with an artificial lens. Today’s lens technology enables cataract patients to not only replace their clouded lens with a clear plastic lens, but also correct other vision issues such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Working with your ophthalmologist, you can customize the procedure to your […]
Are you having blurred vision or sensitivity to light? A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens that interferes with the light passing through to the retina. Individuals with cataracts usually describe their vision as being similar, to looking through a foggy windshield. Also, your reading may become more difficult and driving become […]
Difference Between LASIK and Cataract Surgery: LASIK reshapes the outer layer of the eye (cornea) to change the way the eye focuses light on the retina. In contrast, cataract surgery is a treatment applied to the lens of the eye. The natural lens becomes cloudy for cataract patients making their vision blurry or fuzzy. During surgery, the […]
How do you know when it is time for cataract surgery? It is time for cataract surgery when your blurred or cloudy vision interferes with your daily life, making activities like reading, driving, and cooking difficult or unsafe. Other signs include difficulty in low light, increased sensitivity to glare, colors appearing faded or yellowish, and needing frequent […]
Cataract Removal A cataract is a progressive clouding of the eye’s natural lens that interferes with light passing through to the retina. Individuals with cataracts usually describe their vision as gradual and progressive blurring or dimming of vision. Reading becomes more difficult, and driving a car can become dangerous. Cataract sufferers may also be troubled […]
Prioritizing excellent patient care in cataract, cornea and LASIK surgery is the cornerstone of Griffin Eye Center. We continue to improve patient care because this leads to better clinical outcomes. Our best referrals come from our patients! “Dr. Neil Griffin, my eye surgeon, Dr. McCann, Bryce F., Nurse Jackie, KerriAnn, Lisa and the rest of […]
Cataracts are the natural clouding of the lens in your eye, making it difficult for light to enter. They develop gradually and happen to almost everyone. At first you may not notice any changes to your vision, but eventually you will start to notice symptoms. When your cataracts start to affect daily tasks like reading […]