Category: Cataracts

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on April 12, 2024

Cataract surgery is one of the most common procedures performed in the United States. Millions of people undergo this safe, effective surgery. Depending on the type of artificial intraocular lens (IOL) you choose, you may even be able to significantly reduce your dependence on visual aids like glasses and contact lenses. Keep reading to learn… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on March 29, 2024

Cataracts are a fact of life for many of us. Usually caused by aging, cataracts are a build-up of proteins on the eye’s lens.  This build-up of proteins causes cloudy or discolored areas on the lens, making it no longer clear. This limits the amount of light that reaches the retina and affects vision. In… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on January 30, 2024

Millions of people get cataract surgery every year. This safe, effective procedure allows your eye doctor to remove the clouded natural lens inside your eye and replace it with a new, clear artificial lens called an intraocular lens, or IOL.  IOLs can clear vision that has become discolored and blurred by cataracts. Premium IOLs can… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts, Uncategorized on November 6, 2023

One of the inevitable side effects of aging is getting cataracts. Everyone will eventually develop age-related cataracts that affect their vision.  There’s no way to predict when cataracts will become a problem, but when they do, there is treatment to correct them. Keep reading to learn more about cataracts, including which age range cataracts are… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on July 21, 2023

For everyone, cataracts are an unavoidable part of aging. The years may bring wisdom, but they may also bring age-related vision changes, like cataracts. Cataracts can make your vision yellow, slightly dimmer, and less sharp.  Cataracts are irreversible, and they can’t be stopped or slowed down. Keep reading to learn more about cataracts, including if… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts, LASIK on March 16, 2023

LASIK can correct your natural refractive error, but it will not prevent you from developing other eye conditions that can affect your vision, such as cataracts. Since cataracts are a natural part of the aging process, everyone will eventually develop them.  However, LASIK can greatly reduce your need for glasses and provide you with greater… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on November 23, 2022

Choosing an intraocular lens is one of the most important yet challenging parts of the cataract surgery process. If you’re eager to lessen your dependence on prescription glasses, you may want to consider a multifocal IOL and Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF) IOL.  Keep reading to learn if an extended depth of focus IOL may… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts, Uncategorized on September 23, 2022

When you’re consulting with the best cataract surgeon in Portland, you and your eye doctor will work as a team to determine the IOL that will provide you with the best outcome from cataract surgery. You may get several recommendations, and they will all be based on various factors like your budget and your vision… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on July 22, 2022

As your body ages, your eyes age as well. Cataracts are a natural part of the aging process and can cause various symptoms, including blurry vision up close. The good news is that cataract surgery can restore your vision! Cataract surgery is minimally invasive, offers a quick recovery, and you can resume your everyday activities… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on January 19, 2022

Planning and scheduling cataract surgery is a significant step for your eyesight. To have a great experience and a successful outcome, you must plan ahead and be ready to commit to the recovery process. Planning will speed up your recovery and limit potential complications. Keep reading to learn how to prepare for and recover from… Read More