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The marvelous thing about medicine is that it is constantly evolving. Diagnostic techniques have become even more accurate, and surgeries are quicker and more efficient. Cataract surgery is no exception.
At CEENTA, many of our board‑certified surgeons offer laser‑assisted cataract surgery, an advanced approach designed to improve precision and visual outcomes. But what exactly is laser‑assisted cataract surgery, and how does it differ from traditional cataract surgery?
Both traditional and laser‑assisted cataract surgery share the same goal: removing the cloudy natural lens of the eye and replacing it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to restore clearer vision.
Cataract surgery is one of the most performed procedures in the United States and is known for its high success rate and relatively short recovery time.
Femtosecond laser‑assisted cataract surgery uses advanced imaging and laser technology to perform key steps of the procedure with enhanced precision.
Unlike traditional cataract surgery, which uses a handheld surgical blade to create incisions in the cornea, laser‑assisted cataract surgery relies on two advanced technologies:
This technology‑driven approach allows for highly controlled, customized treatment, helping surgeons remove the cloudy lens with greater accuracy and consistency.
Laser-assisted cataract surgery can be beneficial to patients, offering advantages such as:
Laser technology allows for more precise incisions than traditional surgical instruments. This can be especially beneficial for patients with dense cataracts.
According to Dr. Shobit Rastogi, cataract surgeon at CEENTA’s Mooresville and Statesville offices, “Laser cataract surgery assists in such cases by allowing them to be removed with ease.”
During laser‑assisted cataract surgery, detailed mapping of the eye helps surgeons position the new intraocular lens more precisely. Accurate lens placement may reduce the risk of visual disturbances following surgery.
Shorter recovery time
Although recovery experiences vary, studies suggest that some patients who undergo laser‑assisted cataract surgery may experience a quicker visual recovery compared to traditional methods.
Laser technology may also be used to address astigmatism at the time of cataract surgery. “Even a small amount of residual astigmatism can affect your vision,” says Dr. Rastogi. “One of the benefits of laser‑assisted cataract surgery is that it allows for astigmatism to be corrected.”
Laser‑assisted cataract surgery may be an excellent option for patients who:
A comprehensive eye exam is the best way to determine whether laser‑assisted cataract surgery is right for you.
Your options for cataract surgery have never been better, thanks to CEENTA. Our board-certified surgeons provide laser-assisted cataract surgery with premium lens options to restore your vision—or make it better than ever.
To find out if laser-assisted cataract surgery is right for you, schedule your consultation with Dr. Rastogi at our Mooresville or Statesville offices online or through myCEENTAchart.
This blog is for informational purposes only. For specific medical questions, please consult your doctor.
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