Advanced Cataract Surgery

in the Tampa Bay Area

What are Cataracts?

Cataracts are a clouding of the natural lens inside the eye.

Most of the time, cataracts develop slowly over the years. You may not even notice you have them until they start to block light from your vision. If you have any concerns about your vision being affected by cataracts, schedule a cataract consultation today with Updegraff Laser Vision, serving patients in St. Petersburg, Tampa, and the surrounding areas.

What Causes Cataracts?

Cataracts are typically part of the natural aging process and can start to develop around the age of 50. However, it isn't uncommon for patients who are under 50 to also develop cataracts, whether it's from an underlying medical condition like diabetes, medication, family history, or at random.

There are factors that have been proven to increase the likelihood of developing cataracts, which include smoking, diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, and the use of steroid medications.

As always, it is best to consult your eye doctor regularly for signs of cataract development. If you have concerns that you may be developing cataracts, contact us here at Updegraff Laser Vision. Dr. Updegraff and his team of experienced cataract surgeons will diagnose any conditions you have and treat them accordingly.

What are Cataract Symptoms?

Cataracts can create symptoms including:

Do you think you may be suffering with cataracts?

Cataract Surgery in The Tampa Bay Area

Cataract surgery involves removing the cloudy natural lens and replacing it with a clear lens implant. To do this, the cataract surgeon will first create a microscopic opening in the cellophane-like bag that holds the natural lens in place. The surgeon will break up the cataract using a machine that generates ultrasonic waves, and remove it through a tiny incision in the cornea.

Once the cataract has been removed, your cataract surgeon will fold up the replacement lens – called a lens implant – and use a tube to place it in the front of the eye. The new lens then opens like a flower in the position where your natural lens previously rested.

If you think you might need cataract surgery, the first step is to have a comprehensive eye examination. Your doctor will be able to determine if a cataract is the cause of your decreased vision. If it is, and if it is inhibiting your quality of life and your daily activities, then our surgeons can help you determine which cataract surgery option is best for your eyes and lifestyle.

What Are the Different Types of Cataract Surgery?

Laser-Guided Cataract Surgery

Updegraff Laser Vision is delighted to provide laser-guided cataract surgery using Alcon’s LenSx® laser. This revolutionary laser takes cataract surgery to new levels with its unparalleled precision and customization. The innovative technology integrates computer control into crucial steps of the procedure, offering cataract patients the most cutting-edge surgical option available.

No-Stitch Cataract Surgery

No-stitch cataract surgery allows for quick recovery with minimal discomfort and enhanced vision without the need for stitches. By creating a small incision at the edge of the cornea, our cataract surgeons can remove the cataract and insert the IOL without the use of sutures. The area will naturally heal and seal, reducing discomfort and irritation that can sometimes be caused by stitches.

What to Expect After Surgery

About three weeks after your cataract surgery, you’ll visit your doctor’s office to begin the light treatments to customize your vision. During these visits, you and your doctor work together to achieve the best possible visual outcome—the vision that’s best for you and your lifestyle.

Studies have shown that patients who received the Light Adjustable Lens and the recommended post-surgery treatments were almost twice as likely to achieve 20/20 vision or better without glasses compared to cataract patients who have standard lens implants.

While your vision is still in the adjustment phase, you will be required to wear glasses that prevent UV light from altering your lens to protect it before the final lock-in.

INTRODUCING THE LIGHT ADJUSTABLE LENS

The ONLY lens that is customizable after cataract surgery.

Cataract Surgery in Tampa

Most patients have two choices when it comes to lens implants: standard lens implants or high-tech lens implants. Your cataract surgeon will make a recommendation based on your vision goals and the current anatomy and health of your eyes. However, ultimately, the decision will be up to you. Some of the advanced IOL options we offer include:

The Light Adjustable Lens

The Light Adjustable Lens is the first and only lens that can be customized after cataract surgery. With other lenses, you have to make a lot of decisions about the vision you want before your cataract surgery. With the Light Adjustable Lens, your eye doctor can fine-tune your vision after you’ve healed from cataract surgery. You and your surgeon then have the ability to adjust the lens and optimize your vision based on your unique preferences and lifestyle requirements.

Vivity

The Vivity lens provides excellent vision when you want to see things at a distance and allows you to see well when you want to see things at an intermediate distance. Thanks to its proprietary and exclusive X-Wave technology, people who choose a Vivity lens can see well in all available light, including bright or dim lighting. It also protects your eyes from solar UV rays and damaging blue light from tablets and other digital devices. Patients using multifocal lenses often complain about glare, halos, or starbursts after cataract surgery. Those with the Vivity lens experience fewer side effects, making it safer for night driving.

PanOptix

The PanOptix IOL is a revolutionary trifocal intraocular lens designed to provide you with clear, continuous vision at all distances. This advanced technology allows individuals to see clearly at near, intermediate, and far distances without the need for glasses or contact lenses. The PanOptix IOL utilizes a unique design that optimizes light distribution, minimizing visual disturbances and enhancing overall visual performance.

Schedule a Consultation to Learn about Your Options

The first step to find out if you need cataract surgery is a comprehensive eye exam with one of our Board Certified Ophthalmologists at Updegraff Laser Vision.

Common Questions About Cataract Surgery

No, if both eyes require surgery, they are typically performed 1-2 weeks apart.

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