What is a cataract and how can it be treated?
A cataract is a cloudy area in the eye’s lens that can cause vision problems. Most cataracts are caused by aging. In fact, more than half of all Americans, age 65 and older, have a cataract. In the early stages, stronger lighting or new glasses may lessen vision problems caused by cataracts. At a certain point surgery alone will be needed to improve vision. Cataract surgery, today, is safe and very effective. Dr. Loeffler utilizes the latest techniques using ultrasound fragmentation (phacoemulsification) to remove cataracts. Dr. Loeffler is currently trained in laser cataract surgery but this procedure has not yet been approved by the FDA. In Dr. Loeffler’s hands, over 98% of patients have an improvement in vision following cataract surgery.
