It is common for there to be some change in depth perception after cataract surgery—especially in the time after the first eye is operated on and before the second one is done. The greater the difference in vision between the two eyes, the more likely it is that you’ll notice a change in depth perception.

Cataracts are one of the leading causes of blindness, occurring in up to 50 percent of people over the age of 70. In the United States more than 24.4 million people over the age of 40 have already been affected by cataracts. Most of us have an idea of what this condition looks like, and have probably seen some examples: a visible cloudiness of the lens of the eye. Cataracts develop as a normal part of the aging process, emerging in some as early as 40, slowly progresses over time. As the condition becomes more developed, cataracts cause a persistent overall blurriness of vision including symptoms such as glare, halos, and one-eyed double vision. Patients with cataracts often report that colors appear dull or that more light is required to see close-up and to read.

Cataract Surgery Options

Today there are many options with advanced laser-assisted surgery depending on the patient’s choice of outcomes, and they all share the same basic elements. First, a camera/ultrasound device is used on the eye to collect information about the lens, providing a unique, high-resolution, 3-D view of the eye that allows the surgeon to personalize treatment and improve results. This information helps to program the laser, mapping out the exact location, size, and depth needed for incisions.

Patients who have astigmatism will also benefit, as the laser system allows the surgeon to correct that during the procedure. The laser is used to make the corneal incision and the opening in the lens capsule and can also be applied to precisely soften the cataract in preparation for removal. Using the latest advancement in laser technology makes it possible for the surgeon to ensure the most accurate placement of the intraocular lens, resulting in better visual outcomes.

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