Cataracts Perry Florida

	Almost everyone develops cataracts as they grow older.

Over fifty percent of people over the age of 60 (and quite a few younger than that) suffer from cataracts. Almost everyone develops cataracts as they grow older. Cataract formations occur at different rates and can affect one or both eyes.

A cataract is a progressive clouding of the eye's natural lens. It interferes with light passing through the eye to the retina. Aging and other factors cause proteins in the eye's lens to clump together forming these cloudy areas. Early changes may not disturb vision, but over time cataracts typically result in blurred or fuzzy vision and sensitivity to light. People with progressed cataracts often say they feel as if they're looking through a waterfall or a piece of wax paper.

Symptoms of cataracts:

• Decreasing vision with age
• Blurred or double vision
• Seeing halos around bright lights
• Difficulty seeing at night
• Vision that worsens in sunlight
• Difficulty distinguishing colors
• Poor depth perception
• Frequent prescription changes for glasses
• Difficulty reading

Blurred vision
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Causes of cataracts:

• Age
• Eye trauma
• Heredity
• Diabetes
• Some medications including long-term use of oral steroids
• Ultraviolet radiation
• Smoking
• Glaucoma
• Certain metabolic conditions

Diagnosing cataracts:

Dr. Roberts can perform a contrast sensitivity test to determine how much your vision has been affected by a cataract. But typically, when decreased vision affects your everyday activities or hobbies, a cataract should be treated.

Treating cataracts at Nature Coast EyeCare Institute in Perry Florida:

Currently there is no medical treatment to reverse or prevent the development of cataracts. Once they form, the only one way to achieve clear vision again is through cataract surgery.  Now available is Premium Lens,  See "Young" Again with Crystalens.

• Decreases the Need for Glasses
• Works Naturally with Eye Muscles
• Allows 100% of Light Into the Eye

Unlike old-style "fixeed focus" lens implants, which don't move, Crystalens has the ability to flex forward, thus focusing your vision in a manner sililar to your own natural lens.  Each implant is chosen specifically for the indivisual patient to ensure the best outcomes.  Dr. Roberts will be glad to answer any questions you have about the Crystalens. To have you questions answered regarding Crystalens surgery call Nature Coast EyeCare at (800) 870-6001 to arrange an appointment.