Custom Cataract Surgery

What Is Custom Cataract Surgery?

A leading cause of vision loss around the world, cataracts are classified as cloudiness of the natural lens of the eye. Cataracts generally begin to develop around age 40. To repair foggy regions within the makeup of the lens, the lens must be removed and replaced with an intraocular lens (IOL) to control cataracts. Board-certified ophthalmologist Dr. Leslie Emmert-Buck is highly experienced in using advanced techniques to treat cataracts and help clients regain clear vision. Our highly trained team at Capstone Vision & Aesthetics is pleased to provide custom cataract surgery, a personalized procedure that utilizes advanced laser technology to precisely remove the cataract. Custom cataract surgery involves digitally diagramming the eye's surface to make a precise, delicate, scalpel-free incision. This surgery helps those with refractive errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and presbyopia, by replacing natural lenses with custom IOLs as prescription lenses. These specialty intraocular lenses can help eliminate or decrease one's reliance on prescription glasses or contacts. To learn more about this specialized surgery, schedule a visit with our team in Auburn Hills, MI.

What Happens During Custom Cataract Surgery?

Custom cataract surgery restores clear vision by replacing the natural lens of the eye with an artificial intraocular lens. The procedure itself is generally quick, taking about 15 – 20 minutes to complete. Before surgery begins, your eyes will be fully numbed to ensure comfort throughout the process. Dr. Emmert-Buck will then make a small, precise incision to remove the clouded cataract and replace it with an IOL that is specifically selected to match your vision needs and lifestyle, whether you need distance, near, or multifocal correction.

What to Expect After Custom Cataract Surgery

After custom cataract surgery, you will need to follow a post-operative care routine, including using eye drops to prevent infection and promote healing. It's also important to avoid touching or scratching your eyes during recovery. Many patients experience slightly cloudy or blurry vision for the first few days, but this typically improves as the eyes heal, with clearer vision usually developing over the next one to two weeks. For optimal recovery and monitoring, our team recommends scheduling and attending 2 – 4 follow-up appointments to ensure your eyes are healing properly and that your vision is improving as expected.

What Are the Benefits of Custom Cataract Surgery?

This advanced procedure delivers outstanding vision correction with several benefits for Auburn Hills, MI clients, including:

• Sharper vision: With cutting-edge technology and Dr. Emmert-Buck's precision, our team can replace the cataract with a healthy lens and treat astigmatism, giving clients clearer vision than ever before.
• Quick recovery: This minimally invasive technique allows clients to recover quickly and return to their normal activities.
• Long-lasting results: Custom cataract surgery offers sustainable, long-term vision improvement.
• Convenience: After custom cataract surgery, many clients significantly reduce or even eliminate their need for eyeglasses or contacts.
• Enhanced quality of life: This surgery can impact nearly every part of your daily life, from reading and driving to watching a beautiful sunset or seeing your child's smile in crisp, clear vision.

Am I A Candidate for Custom Cataract Surgery?

Candidates for custom cataract surgery are individuals diagnosed with cataracts who want to improve their vision and reduce their dependence on glasses or contact lenses. Ideal candidates are in overall good health and looking for a solution that corrects cataracts while also addressing refractive errors like nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. Patients seeking to enhance both their near and distant vision with a single procedure may benefit from custom cataract surgery at Capstone Vision & Aesthetics.