Cataract Surgery in Centerville

Cataract Surgery in Centerville

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Don’t Let Cataracts Cloud Your Vision

Over 50% of people aged 65 and older have a cataract in one or both eyes. As the cataract progresses, vision deteriorates, leading to a decreased quality of life. Fortunately, cataract surgery can easily treat this condition.

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What Are Cataracts?

Cataracts are cloudy patches that develop on the lens of your eye. Cataracts can cause blurred or double vision, may increase light sensitivity and interfere with driving, especially at night. Without cataract surgery, millions of people around the world would be unable to see clearly.

The most common symptoms include:
  • Blurred or double vision
  • Trouble seeing at night
  • Sensitivity to glare
  • Colored halos around lights
  • Colors appearing more faded
  • Requiring brighter light for reading

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When to Get Cataract Surgery

As we evaluate your eye health and vision, we'll carefully examine your lens for signs of cataract formation. If a cataract is detected and the clouding is causing visual disruption, our optometrist will refer you to a trusted surgeon for cataract surgery. Comprehensive Eye Care - Centerville will be there for you, providing pre and post cataract surgery care.

As the condition begins to seriously impair your vision and adversely affects your daily life, impacting your ability to read, drive, watch TV or recognize faces, you should seriously consider surgery.

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Your Cataract Surgery Co-Management Specialist in Centerville

Our optometry practice in Centerville

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday Closed
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Anthem
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross

Benefits of Cataract Surgery

  • High success rate

    Cataract surgery, one of the world’s most commonly performed surgeries, has a 95% success rate.

  • Quick and convenient

    This procedure can take just 30 to 45 minutes in an outpatient setting or hospital.

  • Prevents other eye problems

    Removing cataracts can reduce the risk of eye inflammation and pressure inside the eye–a leading cause of glaucoma.

  • Rapid recovery time

    Patients start seeing more clearly within a few days. Colors may seem brighter thanks to the new, clear lens.

Patient Reviews
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- Dec. 02, 2023
Great experience! First time patient, staff was extremely friendly and helpful and Dr O’Neil was ... extremely thorough, friendly and offered several options to improve my contact wear!
- Nov. 28, 2023
All service performed professionally and with pleasant manner.
- Oct. 26, 2023
IT WAS A VERY PLEASANT VISIT EVERYONE WAS SO NICE AND I FELT VERY HAPPY WITH EVERYTHING
- Aug. 26, 2023
An amazing experience! Extremely friendly and pleasantly knowledgeable staff. I will definitely retu... rn to purchase my next pair of glasses.
- Aug. 23, 2023
Dr ONeill and the entire staff were amazing!!!
- Jul. 30, 2023
Professional, friendly staff. There is a personal feel to my appts.
- May. 15, 2023
Excellent eye care in a very friendly and caring manner.
- Aug. 16, 2019
Comprehensive is always so helpful and friendly. I have been coming here for years and will continue... to do so. Highly recommend! Barb at the front desk is always especially so sweet, caring and helpful. Love you guys!
- Dec. 12, 2018
Have worn glasses and contacts for many years, Dr. O'Neill gave me the best prescription I've ever h... ad!
- Aug. 10, 2018
Very good customer service, quick appointment making
- Jun. 06, 2018
Great staff and doctors. Moderate selection on glasses but popular brands. Happy with my new glasses... !
- Mar. 17, 2018
The process of getting my eyes checked was simple and quick. Dr. O'Neil was thorough, professional a... nd personable. Going to the eye doctor is kind of like going to the dentist - necessary but not always pleasant. I appreciated how kind and patient Dr. O'Neil was during my visit.
- Feb. 17, 2018
I received a thorough eye exam with Dr. O'Neill. She was knowledgeable and answered all my question... s. I appreciated her patience with me! I will continue to receive all my eye care from her. Front desk staff was friendly.
- Jan. 22, 2018
Dr. O'Neill is great at what she does. She is very detailed in her exams and answers all questions ... thoroughly. If you are looking for a new eye doctor, then this is the place to go. I will definitely be going back each year for my eye exam.
- Sep. 09, 2017
VERY INFORMATIVE AND PROFESSIONAL!
- Jan. 24, 2017
Dr. O'neil does a great job of fitting contacts. I Am about as picking as a person can be when it co... mes to contacts. She was patient, listened and seemed to always have a good solution. The receptionist is very nice, knowledgeable and helpful as well. I would not hesitate to make an appointment if you are in the market for an optometrist or just need a new pair of glasses or contacts.

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How to Prepare for Cataract Surgery

  • Apply antibiotic or anti-inflammatory eyedrops a few days before surgery if instructed to by your eye doctor
  • Arrange for a ride after the surgery, since you won’t be able to drive
  • Wash your face in the morning of the procedure and don’t wear eye makeup, strong perfumes or aftershave

What Happens During Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery removes your natural cloudy lens and replaces it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to improve and restore vision. This common and very safe procedure is performed by an eye doctor (ophthalmologist) on an outpatient basis.

  • The eye surgeon (ophthalmologist) will perform cataract surgery on one eye at a time. That means that you will come in for another surgery on the second eye. The procedure is brief and typically takes 30 to 45 minutes to complete.
  • The eye doctor will place drops into your eyes to numb them and dilate your pupils. Though you’ll be conscious during the procedure, you may be offered a sedative to help you remain calm. The eye surgeon will then remove your natural lens and replace it with the IOL. You should feel no pain or discomfort thanks to the anesthetic.
What Happens During Cataract Surgery

Cataract Surgery After-Care

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After surgery, you may feel a bit drowsy as an after-effect of the sedative. Your eye doctor will prescribe eye drops to prevent infection, inflammation and to reduce pressure within your eye. The surgeon may recommend that you wear an eye patch for a few days after your surgery and the protective shield when you sleep during the recovery period. Make sure to avoid rubbing your eyes or touching them unless necessary.

A day after cataract surgery, we'll provide a post-operative eye exam to make sure that all is well. Your Centerville optometrist will further perform a series of follow-up exams in the weeks and months to come. If determined that you require corrective lenses following your cataract surgery, we'll make sure you get the proper prescription.


Cataract Surgery Management FAQs

What are side effects of cataract surgery?

While side effects are rare, there are some issues that people commonly encounter in the days after surgery, as the eyes heal.

  • Dry eye
  • Feeling that something is in the eye
  • Blurry vision
  • Light sensitivity

If any of these side effects do not subside within a week or two, please contact Comprehensive Eye Care - Centerville.

Can I delay cataract surgery

You can delay cataract surgery, but keep in mind that your vision will likely worsen the longer you put off the procedure.

When is cataract surgery not recommended?

Cataract patients who also have age-related macular degeneration or retinal detachment may not respond well to cataract surgery and the new lens may not correct vision.

Can cataract surgery give me 20/20 vision?

If you had great vision before developing cataracts, it’s likely that cataract surgery will restore your sight. Moreover, the IOL inserted into your eye can be designed to correct refractive errors, providing you with clear vision.


Want to see clearly again?

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