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In the realm of eye health, few factors pose a greater threat than excessive ultraviolet (UV) exposure. As the sun's rays penetrate our atmosphere, they bring with them a potent cocktail of invisible radiation that can wreak havoc on our delicate ocular structures. One of the most prevalent and concerning consequences of prolonged UV exposure is the development of cataracts, a condition that can significantly impair vision and diminish quality of life.

We at Orange County Eye Institute are privileged that you are entrusting the health of your eyes to us. We remain committed to our tradition of personalized, high-quality patient care, advanced technology, and excellent results. As an ophthalmic surgeon, Dr. George Salib specializes in cataract surgery, including advanced techniques. Below, he provides a glimpse into how we may safely and successfully restore vision that is distorted, blurry, dull or otherwise impaired at our institute in Laguna Hills, CA. What are cataracts?  A cataract is a natural clouding of the lens that commonly occurs among patients who are middle-aged and older. … Continue reading "What is a cataract? Answers to FAQs about this condition, including treatment with surgery, in Laguna Hills, CA"The post What is a cataract? Answers to FAQs about this condition, including treatment with surgery, in Laguna Hills, CA appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

We at Orange County Eye Institute are privileged that you are entrusting the health of your eyes to us. We remain committed to our tradition of personalized, high-quality patient care, advanced technology, and excellent results. As an ophthalmic surgeon, Dr. George Salib specializes in cataract surgery, including advanced techniques. Below, he provides a glimpse into how we may safely and successfully restore vision that is distorted, blurry, dull or otherwise impaired at our institute in Laguna Hills, CA. What are cataracts?  A cataract is a natural clouding of the lens that commonly occurs among patients who are middle-aged and older. … Continue reading "What is a cataract? Answers to FAQs about this condition, including treatment with surgery, in Laguna Hills, CA"The post What is a cataract? Answers to FAQs about this condition, including treatment with surgery, in Laguna Hills, CA appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

There are many opportunities to take advantage of all that our slice of southern California offers in terms of natural wonders and plenty of sunshine. However, just as you must protect your skin from the effects of ultraviolet light emitted by the sun’s rays, you must also protect your eyes from damage caused by exposure to harmful UV radiation.  We at the  Orange County Eye Institute have treated many patients with a condition called “pterygium.” This condition is also known as “surfer’s eye” because it tends to affect those individuals who get a lot of sun exposure (like surfers!). In … Continue reading "The importance of proper sun protection: How we prevent and treat pterygium (surfer’s eye)"The post The importance of proper sun protection: How we prevent and treat pterygium (surfer’s eye) appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

There are many opportunities to take advantage of all that our slice of southern California offers in terms of natural wonders and plenty of sunshine. However, just as you must protect your skin from the effects of ultraviolet light emitted by the sun’s rays, you must also protect your eyes from damage caused by exposure to harmful UV radiation.  We at the  Orange County Eye Institute have treated many patients with a condition called “pterygium.” This condition is also known as “surfer’s eye” because it tends to affect those individuals who get a lot of sun exposure (like surfers!). In … Continue reading "The importance of proper sun protection: How we prevent and treat pterygium (surfer’s eye)"The post The importance of proper sun protection: How we prevent and treat pterygium (surfer’s eye) appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Dr. George Salib has successfully treated thousands of patients with cataracts in Laguna Hills and our slice of southern California over his distinguished 25-year career as an ophthalmologist and eye surgeon. Led by Dr. Salib, our professionals at the Orange County Eye Institute use laser technologies and advanced techniques to precisely and safely remove the cloudy natural lens. Such precision cataract removal supports predictable, optimal healing and minimizes risks of side effects and complications.  About Replacement Lenses Your new, clear lens is called an “IOL,” which stands for “intraocular lens.” Unlike other implants used to restore lost or deteriorated tissues, these lenses are … Continue reading "A world of options to replace natural lenses with cataracts; restore your best vision"The post A world of options to replace natural lenses with cataracts; restore your best vision appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Dr. George Salib has successfully treated thousands of patients with cataracts in Laguna Hills and our slice of southern California over his distinguished 25-year career as an ophthalmologist and eye surgeon. Led by Dr. Salib, our professionals at the Orange County Eye Institute use laser technologies and advanced techniques to precisely and safely remove the cloudy natural lens. Such precision cataract removal supports predictable, optimal healing and minimizes risks of side effects and complications.  About Replacement Lenses Your new, clear lens is called an “IOL,” which stands for “intraocular lens.” Unlike other implants used to restore lost or deteriorated tissues, these lenses are … Continue reading "A world of options to replace natural lenses with cataracts; restore your best vision"The post A world of options to replace natural lenses with cataracts; restore your best vision appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Difficulty reading, painting, watching television, or participating in other activities that you enjoy may have brought you to this website. Cataracts may cause vision changes that interfere with your day-to-day life. This age-related “clouding” of the natural lens of the eye can make everything you look at appear foggy, blurry, hazy, or dull – like looking out of a dirty or dusty window. In the search to find a cataract surgeon in the Laguna Hills, CA area, you have come to the right place. Orange County Eye Institute is led by Dr. George Salib, a Board-certified ophthalmologist. As an ophthalmologist, … Continue reading "The search to find an exceptional cataract surgeon ends in Laguna Hills, CA at our specialty center"The post The search to find an exceptional cataract surgeon ends in Laguna Hills, CA at our specialty center appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Refractive surgery aims to correct errors like nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia. Several different procedures are considered refractive. Some reshape the cornea to allow accurate pass-through of light into the eye, other involve implantation of a lens to correct vision issues. Of the refractive surgeries available, LASIK is the most common. People who have myopia (nearsightedness) see objects at a distance out of focus. This is because the light entering the eye focuses in front of the retina, not on it. In these patients, the eye is longer and the corneal curve is steep. Refractive surgery reduces the steepness of … Continue reading "Refractive surgery"The post Refractive surgery appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.