Cataract Surgery in Far West Side

Cataract Surgery in Far West Side

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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. Omni Vision - Dove Creek 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 Far West Side

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
  • Nov. 24 Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Spectera
  • Superior Vision
  • Davis Vision
  • EyeMed
  • 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.

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- Nov. 11, 2023
My son has special needs and he was treated with respect.
- Nov. 06, 2023
Great care from staff and doctor.
- Oct. 06, 2023
Helped me with my eye problem good service and great work
- Sep. 25, 2023
Great service, great selection of frames. Highly experienced Dr who was very informative. Friendly s... taff, clean and more.
- Sep. 18, 2023
I had a great experience at Omni Vision with my son. It was his first appointment to receive glasses... and the staff made it stress free. Everyone was friendly and there was a large selection of frames at reasonable prices for us to choose from. The store is large and clean which I also appreciated. I will definitely be taking my son here for glasses and contacts in the future.
- Sep. 15, 2023
Staff is wonderful. No waiting for my appointment.
- Aug. 14, 2023
Friendly staff, great selection!
- Aug. 14, 2023
Awesome staff!
- Aug. 05, 2023
Profesional staff! Clean office.
- Jun. 04, 2023
Great first visit! Friendly staff and nice office.
- May. 23, 2023
Overall had a good experience and the staff was very nice.
- May. 21, 2023
The staff is extremely friendly and helpful.
- May. 12, 2023
This was my second year in a row coming to this location and I was very pleased both times. Dr. Pet... ers was very kind and patient. Dorothy assisted me in placing my order for new glasses and lenses and she was absolutely amazing. She explained everything in detail to me and was super nice. Jason was also very kind when doing my tests and getting me checked in and situated for the doctor. I will definitely be going back next year and I highly recommend this location!
- Apr. 16, 2023
Loved how nice everyone is
- Apr. 05, 2023
Love this place! The staff is excellent, they have a wide selection, and they go the extra mile for ... you!
- Mar. 24, 2023
Fast service, Extremely Thankful & Humble People Working At This Location, If You Have Any Quiestion... s They Will Answer All Of Them Without Making You Feel Like Your Annoying Them, Would Reccomend This Place To Everybody!
- Mar. 21, 2023
Friendly staff and very clean facility. Only thing I would like is if contact lenses can be mailed t... o home because I live far from this location but I still like coming here so I will not find one closer to me.
- Feb. 23, 2023
I love coming here for my annual exam to get daily contacts and last year I bought prescriptive sung... lasses (total game changer)
- Jan. 29, 2023
Excellent customer service, very friendly providers and front desk staff. I will be heading there ag... ain when I need a new Rx
- Jan. 16, 2023
Do not go to omni vision at doves creek . By the time someone can help or even say hi . They cannot... get the order right.

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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 Far West Side 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 Omni Vision - Dove Creek.

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.


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