Cataract Surgery
Dr. Aker and Dr. Rodila use a sutureless technique and a procedure called phacoemulsification which is the safest, most advanced method of cataract removal. Once the cataract is removed, a permanent intraocular lens is gently placed in the eye, which restores wonderful distance vision. When patients choose to have the Crystalens implanted, youthful vision is restored. This means that they recover excellent vision for distance objects, as well as reading and intermediate tasks, all without the need for glasses.
Our patients can typically anticipate a dramatic and rapid recovery of excellent vision following cataract surgery. In patients with extremely dense cataracts there is sometimes a more gradual recovery of vision. Reading glasses are usually needed following surgery, however today we are fortunate to have newer technology that will provide complete functional vision, allowing you to drive, read the newspaper, work on your computer – all without the use of glasses! The Crystalens is the only intraocular lens available today that copies the function of the natural lens you were born with. This lens was designed to move back and forth naturally as you focus on different objects in the distance, near and in between. To learn more about Crystalens click here.
Alan B. Aker, MD
Jill F. Rodila, MD