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The thought of undergoing cataract surgery can be daunting for some, but with the right information and appropriate expectations, this procedure can be quick and easy. Cataract surgery is an integral part of one’s overall visual health as we reach an older age, as it can help to improve visual acuity and for some even […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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The month of June is dedicated to raising awareness for an eye condition that affects approximately 24 million Americans ages 40 and older: cataracts. Cataracts are a leading cause of blindness among older adults in the United States. Close to 70 percent of Americans have cataracts by the time they are 75 years old. Cataracts […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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There are always myths floating around between friends and family when it comes to certain healthcare issues, and one of the more common areas of confusion tends to be about cataracts. Some people believe that cataracts are completely preventable while others hold on to exaggerated fears about treating them, but in reality, they are a […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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The new year is always an exciting time as people are often engaged in holiday parties, time off from work, and the idea of getting another fresh start after the last 365 days. The tradition of making New Year’s resolutions has been around for a long time, and the types of promises we make to […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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Dr. Samuel Seltzer has performed cataract surgery more than 50,000 times. “And counting,” said the ophthalmologist who practices at Carolinas Centers for Sight, P.C. Adhering to writer Malcolm Gladwell’s theory of skill perfection requiring 10,000 hours of practice, Seltzer said surgery is a skill that he’s enjoyed honing over a 30-year career. With recent technological […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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For Successful Cataract Surgery, One Specific Lens Stands Above the Rest If the idea of needing to undergo cataract surgery for one or both of your eyes brings up a lot of questions, you can rest assured that the technology used to improve your vision has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years. Working […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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Like with most surgeries, the intent of cataract surgery is to remove a part of your body that’s no longer functioning as it should. The natural lens is a part of your eye that helps you to see clearly at all distances. As we age, our natural lens becomes hardened and opaque, making it difficult […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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Learn more about cataracts, the causes of cataracts, what to expect before and after surgery, and about the cataract surgery procedure with this infographic. Click here to view the PDF version.
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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If the lens inside your eye has become cloudy, you may want to consider cataract surgery. During cataract surgery in Florence, your doctor removes the cloudy lens and replaces it with an artificial lens (called an intraocular lens: IOL) to restore clear vision. The procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis and does not […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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At some point in our lives, nearly all of us will need to have cataract surgery. It’s a common outpatient procedure that the board-certified ophthalmologists at Carolinas Centers for Sight, P.C. can complete in a matter of minutes in our state-of-the-art surgery facility, Florence Surgery and Laser Center. Just as with many other medical advancements, […]
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