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To successfully address the problem of cataracts, it is necessary to remove the clouded lens. This is only the first step. As doctors discovered many decades ago, removing an unhealthy lens without replacing it forced patients to wear very thick eyeglasses for the rest of their lives. At Orange County Eye Institute, we are pleased to have the latest surgical equipment and a wide selection of replacement lenses to help our patients regain optimal visual acuity. How replacement lenses work Cataract surgery involves creating a tiny opening in the front area of the capsule that holds the natural lens. This … Continue reading "Why the Crystalens IOL may be ideal for your cataract treatment"The post Why the Crystalens IOL may be ideal for your cataract treatment appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

As people age, they may expect to notice changes to their health or appearance, they may even expect changes in their vision to cause them to reach for glasses or corrective lenses more frequently. However, vision can also be affected by cataracts, a common condition in adults over the age of 60 that causes blurry or cloudy vision. However, unlike other vision troubles, cataracts can be reversed with cataract surgery. Dr. George Salib of the Orange County Eye Institute has helped many Laguna Hills patients manage their cataracts. He knows that patients have many questions about the condition and the … Continue reading "Laguna Hills patients ask, “Does laser cataract surgery hurt?”"The post Laguna Hills patients ask, “Does laser cataract surgery hurt?” appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Dr. Salib offers a laser-assisted alternative to conventional cataract surgery. Call the Orange County Eye Institute in Laguna Hills An estimated one in every six Americans aged 40 or older has vision affected by a cataract, and more than half by the age of 80. Those in the Laguna Hills area have the option of advanced laser treatment, as well as conventional cataract surgery, in the care of Dr. George Salib at the Orange County Eye Institute. What is cataract? Inside the eye is a clear lens. Its shape refracts or bends rays of light so that they focus on … Continue reading "Laser cataract treatment in Laguna Hills compared to conventional surgery"The post Laser cataract treatment in Laguna Hills compared to conventional surgery appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Blurry, cloudy vision? Sensitivity to light? By the age of 65, over 90 percent of people have vision problems due to a cataract. Patients in Laguna Hills, CA have turned to top cataract surgeon, Dr. George Salib and the Orange County Eye Center for eye cataract treatment. Cataracts defined In the eye, we have a natural lens that bends to refract light helping us see. The lens should be clear. When patients have cataracts, the lens is cloudy. Things appear blurry or less colorful when looking through a cloudy lens. Symptoms of cataracts can develop gradually and may include seeing … Continue reading "Patients in Laguna Hills, CA discover the benefits of laser surgery for eye cataract treatment"The post Patients in Laguna Hills, CA discover the benefits of laser surgery for eye cataract treatment appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

More than twenty million people in our country are affected by cataracts. This common vision problem most often occurs in adults over the age of forty. The risk for cataract development increases with age, with statistics showing half of the over-eighty population experiencing the cloudy vision caused by cataracts. There was a time when cataracts would eventually lead to blindness. Today, that risk remains. However, we now have the ability to recognize this problem very early and to monitor the condition of the clouded lens, acting quickly when vision impairment affects quality of life. Dr. Salib is an experienced cataract … Continue reading "Find solutions for clearer vision with your Cataract Surgeon in Orange County"The post Find solutions for clearer vision with your Cataract Surgeon in Orange County appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Health care for the aging individual is a complex matter. With various conditions affecting cognitive and motor skills, there has been a big question mark over the appropriateness of cataract surgery in certain instances, such as in patients with Alzheimer’s. The more research that is going into the best standard of care for patients of all ages, the more we are discovering that vision correction done by an experienced cataract surgeon may improve quality of life, something all people deserve. If you live in Orange County and want more information on cataracts and cataract removal surgery, contact Orange County Eye … Continue reading "The best care for aging patients and those with cognitive conditions may involve a visit to a cataract surgeon in Orange County"The post The best care for aging patients and those with cognitive conditions may involve a visit to a cataract surgeon in Orange County appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Having clear eyesight is something many of us take for granted. However, by age 65, over 90% of people have vision problems due to a cataract. Cataracts can cause symptoms such as blurred vision or sensitivity to light making it difficult to perform everyday tasks. Located in Laguna Hills, CA, experienced cataract surgeon Dr. George Salib and the Orange County Eye Institute offer laser cataract surgery for patients who have had their vision impaired by cataracts. What are cataracts and what causes them? Our eyes have lenses that bend, refract light, and help us see. A healthy lens is clear. … Continue reading "Patients in Laguna Hills, CA ask, “Is laser cataract surgery safe?”"The post Patients in Laguna Hills, CA ask, “Is laser cataract surgery safe?” appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Vision is our most highly developed sense. When we see clearly, we take it for granted. Cataracts, however, gradually deteriorate that connection to the world around us. This common vision problem interferes with independence, and people with the condition may withdraw socially. If you are one of the 24.5 million individuals in this country who have cataracts, Dr. George Salib urges you to get the care you deserve at Orange County Eye Institute in Laguna Hills. The following information is not everything you need to know about cataract surgery, but it will get you on the right path. How cataracts … Continue reading "Ophthalmologist in Laguna Hills summarizes everything you need to know about cataract surgery"The post Ophthalmologist in Laguna Hills summarizes everything you need to know about cataract surgery appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

At Orange County Eye Institute, we perform numerous cataract removal procedures every year. Our patients are surprised about feeling so good so quickly after their procedures. Often, they are back to their normal activities the day after cataract removal. Recovery: it’s important to take it slow We understand how liberating it is to have your vision restored by cataract surgery. However, we encourage you to take precautions to protect your eyes and encourage optimal healing. Most measures that we recommend need only be followed for a week to 10 days, and they minimize the risk of injury or infection during … Continue reading "Your Laguna Hills doctor explains recovering from cataract surgery"The post Your Laguna Hills doctor explains recovering from cataract surgery appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Located in Laguna Hills, CA, Dr. George Salib and the professional staff at the Orange County Eye Institute offer a range of eye procedures to improve your vision. Cataract surgery and lens replacement surgery are two specialties offered by the office to help you see more clearly. Our practice utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to treat your vision problems. Lens replacement surgery is a revolutionary treatment used to correct a range of visual problems including treating cataracts. It is a safe, regularly performed procedure that produces the life-changing benefit of improved vision with intraocular lens (IOL) replacement. An IOL is a flexible … Continue reading "Lens replacement surgery in Laguna Hills, CA helps improve vision"The post Lens replacement surgery in Laguna Hills, CA helps improve vision appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.