Advanced Cataract Surgery

in the Pee Dee Region

What are Cataracts?

Cataracts are part of the normal aging process, although they can occur due to disease, injury or a birth defect.

A cataract occurs when the normally clear and transparent eye lens becomes cloudy due to the build-up of natural proteins in the eyes. The cataract decreases the amount of light that can be focused on the retina at the back of the eye.

This is typically a slow and gradual process. In fact, you can live with cataracts for years without them seriously affecting your daily life. As the cataract grows in size and opacity, vision will become increasingly impaired, making it difficult to perform routine tasks.

Cataract Surgeons in South Carolina

Carolinas Centers For Sight, P.C. is a premier ophthalmology clinic that performs cataract surgery in Florence, SC. Being diagnosed with cataracts can seem daunting – until you learn that almost everyone will develop a cataract at some point. In fact, more than half of all Americans will have a cataract by age 80. The good news is that cataract surgery in Florence, SC is very common and considered one of the safest medical procedures. When performed by our highly-trained surgeons using advanced technologies, you can expect to have improved vision after surgery. We invite you to click on the Cataracts Self Evaluation Test to find out if you may be a candidate for this life-changing procedure.

What are Cataract Symptoms?

Cataracts can create symptoms including:

Do you think you may be suffering with cataracts?

The Best Cataract Surgeons in the Carolinas

Dr. Samuel E. Seltzer, Dr. Howard N. Greene, and Dr. Vivek P. Vasuki are our cataract surgeons in Florence. Surgery is performed at our adjacent Florence Surgery and Laser Center (FSLC), LLC. FSLC is one of the leading facilities in the region for cataract surgery with over 60,000 procedures performed. Due to our high volume of cataract procedures, we maintain a large inventory of the most advanced replacement lens implants.

What Are the Different Types of Cataract Surgery?

Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery

Carolina Centers for Sight is excited to offer laser-enabled cataract surgery featuring Alcon’s LenSx® laser. This innovative laser enhances cataract surgery with unrivaled precision and individualization. The pioneering technology incorporates computer control into vital steps of the procedure, providing cataract patients with the most advanced surgical option available.

No-Stitch Cataract Surgery

Stitch-free cataract surgery facilitates rapid recovery with reduced discomfort and improved vision without the necessity for stitches. Our cataract surgeons skillfully create a small incision at the edge of the cornea, allowing them to remove the cataract and implant the IOL without the need for stitches. The area will naturally heal and close, minimizing discomfort and irritation that can sometimes occur with stitches.

What you need to know about Cataract Surgery?

If you think you might need cataract surgery, the first step is to have a comprehensive eye examination. Your doctor will be able to determine if a cataract is the cause of your decreased vision. If it is, and if it is inhibiting your quality of life and the activities that bring you joy, then our surgeons can help you determine which cataract surgery option is best for your eyes and lifestyle.

INTRODUCING THE LIGHT ADJUSTABLE LENS

The ONLY lens that is customizable after cataract surgery.

Why is it important to decide which IOL you want before your Cataract Surgery in the Pee Dee Region?

Once you have cataract surgery, you cannot change your mind to upgrade to a premium lens implant. That is why it is so important to really think about this decision ahead of time. At Carolinas Center for Sight, we strive to answer all your questions and help you through this decision process. We understand that your lifetime of good vision depends on it.

The Light Adjustable Lens

The Light Adjustable Lens is the first and only lens that can be customized after cataract surgery. With other lenses, you have to make a lot of decisions about the vision you want before your cataract surgery. With the Light Adjustable Lens, your eye doctor can fine-tune your vision after you’ve healed from cataract surgery. You and your surgeon then have the ability to adjust the lens and optimize your vision based on your unique preferences and lifestyle requirements.

Vivity

The Vivity lens provides excellent vision when you want to see things at a distance and allows you to see well when you want to see things at an intermediate distance. Thanks to its proprietary and exclusive X-Wave technology, people who choose a Vivity lens can see well in all available light, including bright or dim lighting. It also protects your eyes from solar UV rays and damaging blue light from tablets and other digital devices. Patients using multifocal lenses often complain about glare, halos, or starbursts after cataract surgery. Those with the Vivity lens experience fewer side effects, making it safer for night driving.

PanOptix

The PanOptix IOL is a revolutionary trifocal intraocular lens designed to provide you with clear, continuous vision at all distances. This advanced technology allows individuals to see clearly at near, intermediate, and far distances without the need for glasses or contact lenses. The PanOptix IOL utilizes a unique design that optimizes light distribution, minimizing visual disturbances and enhancing overall visual performance.

What are the Costs of Cataract Surgery?

A portion of the cost for laser cataract surgery and advanced lens implants is covered by Medicare and most health insurance plans. However, there may be an additional out-of-pocket expense. At Carolinas Center for Sight, we offer 24-month, 0% interest payment plans to help manage these costs.

Our experienced eye surgeons take the time to discuss the most suitable surgical options for your visual health and unique needs. Collectively, our cataract surgeons have performed over 20,000 cataract procedures, helping patients regain their vision and quality of life. We provide both standard and advanced laser cataract surgery, with options for monofocal or advanced lens implants.

Schedule a Consultation to Learn about Your Options

The first step to find out if you need cataract surgery is a comprehensive eye exam with one of our Board Certified Ophthalmologists at Carolinas Centers for Sight.

Common Questions About Cataract Surgery

No, if both eyes require surgery, they are typically performed 1-2 weeks apart.

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