Cataract Procedure and Treatment
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Cataract Awareness Month
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A Matter of Personal Choice
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Excellent vision is often taken for granted until it decreases, and one’s independence becomes limited. When a cataract begins to cloud the vision, everyday activities become more difficult making a person feel less comfortable.
The vision loss experienced from cataracts is often so gradual that the vision may be severely impaired before realizing it. Many people believe that it is normal to experience decreased vision due to age. Others are afraid of loosing their independence and tend to deny the problem.
Cataracts occur in more than half of people ages 65 and older. More than one million people have cataracts removed each year using one of the most successful procedures modern medicine has to offer.
A Cataract Is Like A Cloud
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A cataract is simply a part of the body’s normal aging process; the natural clear lens of the eye becomes discolored and cloudy as we get older. Just as a camera uses a lens to focus objects on film, the eye also uses a lens to focus objects on the retina. A cloudy camera lens gives a cloudy picture and a cloudy human lens (or cataract) creates cloudy vision.
Problems associated with cataracts may include but are not limited to dull and hazy vision, trouble with glare and bright lights in low light situations, and frequent changes to your glasses prescription. As a cataract matures, reading and driving become more difficult. When left untreated, cataracts may result in total vision loss.
Once a cataract has formed, glasses may improve vision for a while, but removing the cataract can eliminate the cloudy haze. The medial advances available today make the decision about cataract removal and lens replacement much easier.
Same Day Cataract Removal
Should you decide on the convenience of a 1VISIT cataract procedure, you can expect to have your examination, testing, and the procedure all performed on the same day.
The surgeons of Southern Eye Center direct a highly trained staff through a series of sophisticated examinations to determine the measurements of your eye and the characteristics of your cataract. A computer analysis of this information assists in matching the proper lens for your eye. We request that you read our cataract booklet and watch our educational video so that we can properly discuss treatment options with you. This same-day approach reduces the time spent starveling to office visits and allows you more time to do the things you enjoy.
Super Exam - Same Day Cataract Removal
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Anyone who requests cataract removal undergoes a "Super Examination" to determine the characteristics of the cataract and the improvement that can be expected.
Modern Day Miracle
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At Southern Eye Center, we use a process called phacoemulsification. This is a technique using a vibrating probe to soften the cataract so it can be vacuumed out through a small incision.
In 1973, our doctors began phacoemulsification, the most advanced method of cataract removal. By the late 80's, approximately 2% of cataract procedures were performed using this technique. The benefits of this procedure, such as quicker results, earlier return to work, and improved function in daily activities now makes it the preferred method of cataract removal by the majority of American ophthalmologists.
Cataract removal is often described as a modern-day miracle by people who have had the procedure. Thanks to advanced technology and surgical techniques, people are choosing to have their cataracts removed sooner than ever before. U.S. Food and Drug Administration data reveals that in healthy eyes most everyone will see well enough to get a driver's license following cataract removal. These results become even more impressive when you realize more than 87% of American ophthalmologists perform a cataract procedure less than 100 times a year while approximately 21 surgeons in the United States perform over 1,000 cataract procedures per year. The doctors at Southern Eye Center consistently perform approximately 2,000 cataract procedures each year.
Clearly Normal Vision
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Intraocular lenses provide the most natural vision possible. Unlike glasses or contact lenses, these implants replace the cloudy lens inside the eye. Even if you have already had a cataract removed, an intraocular lens can be implanted.
Our surgeons have used implants to restore sight in people ranging from infants to over 100 years of age. Research shows that implants are successful in people with glaucoma and even those on blood thinners. Although diabetics have numerous eye problems, implants is the preferred method of restoring sight for those people with diabetes who have cataracts. The modern miracle of cataract removal offers an improvement in vision for most people – often times, dramatically.
Because of the tiny incision, we have eliminated the need for stitches and patches so the eye can heal naturally. This method has proved to be highly successful in improving sight following cataract removal.
Our doctors have used intraocular implants since 1975, taught one of the first implant courses in Mississippi, and gave one of the first lectures on implants to the Mississippi State Medical Association. They have presented research papers, lectures, and talks to eye surgeons on five continents and major American cities from Boston to San Diego.
Excellence In Comfort, Commitment & Safety
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Committed to the belief that your eyes are everything, Southern Eye Center now offers you the added comfort, convenience, and cost-saving benefits of Mississippi's first office based Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) dedicated entirely to eye care.
Our ASC has been certified by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, so you can be assured of having your procedure performed in a facility that meets national standards, while enjoying the safety, comfort, and convenience of having everything performed under one roof.
Those individuals having their cataract procedure at our facility tell us they experience little, if any, discomfort. Most people are amazed that they can walk in and out of the operating room by themselves. They sit in a big chair and are able to talk and sometimes sing with our surgeons while the cataract is removed. People often tell us they enjoyed the procedure in spite of the singing.
Our Technique Makes The Difference
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Southern Eye Center has developed a number of anesthesia procedures to improve the comfort and safety of people undergoing cataract procedures. Since only one eye is put to sleep, even elderly people with serious medical conditions do well with these techniques.
Almost 20 years ago, our doctors published one of the first research papers showing that people who undergo an eye procedure do better without overnight hospitalization. The federal government later declared that outpatient cataract removal is the standard of care.
Life Time Vision
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Because cataract removal is an extremely precise and delicate procedure, it is performed under the high magnification of a powerful microscope. When removing the cataract, we take only the cloudy material from its natural capsule or clear outer covering. The new intraocular lens goes into this capsule.
A cataract never grows back after it has been removed. If you later notice a haziness in your vision, it is typically due to a clouding of the body's natural capsule that holds the implant. If this haziness is bothersome, your vision can be restored almost immediately with a brief laser procedure called a YAG.
The YAG laser procedure permanently clears the lens capsule instantly without a surgical incision. This is a painless procedure and takes only minutes to perform.
Quick Recovery
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Our procedures are designed to get you back to your normal routine as soon as possible. Since our doctors perform no-shot, no-stitch, no-patch cataract removals, most people are able to get up and walk out of the office after a procedure. After receiving a snack and care instructions, you are ready to leave.
Many people experience very little, if any, discomfort. You will use drops in the treated eye several times a day and wear sunglasses to protect the eye. You can bend, stoop, and drive your car (but make sure you are seeing well enough to be safe). Many people prefer to return to work immediately. It is fine to read and watch TV. Do what you feel you can do, using common sense as your guide.
Because of their innovative techniques for cataract removal, Southern Eye Center's surgeons have written or been the subject of many national publications, been invited to lecture on nearly every continent and have led specialized surgical teams all over the world.
A Message From Our Doctors
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Southern Eye Center has been a proud part of Mississippi eye care for more than two decades. With an emphasis on personal attention and concern, Southern Eye Center has grown into a truly specialized eye care center with our own Ambulatory Surgery Center and fellowship-trained surgeons who specialize in many areas of eye care. Our surgeons devote themselves to keeping abreast of the latest developments and fine-tuning their surgical skills. By utilizing state-of-the-art technology and advanced surgical techniques, people having their procedure performed at Southern Eye Center can be assured they are receiving the highest quality eye care available.
If you decide that you need to see better, we want you to know that cataract removal is possible with minimal, if any, discomfort in the safety and convenience of a facility dedicated to the needs of people just like you. Because of our advanced methods and surgical experience, your sight is restored to as close to normal as possible. The quick recovery allows you an early return to most of your normal business and recreational activities.
Southern Eye Center's "High Tech-High Touch" philosophy has gained national attention because we pride ourselves in believing that warmth and sincerity still count. We realize that each person is unique, and we take great care to understand each person's individual needs so we can give you the special attention you deserve.
We appreciate the faith and confidence you have in our ability and thank you for trusting us with one of life's most precious gifts...your vision. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to make your visit more pleasant.
Your eyes are everything. At Southern Eye Center we're dedicated to keeping them healthy.
Affordable Eye Care
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Southern Eye Center is dedicated to keeping medical costs affordable:
- We strive to provide medical care regardless of financial concerns.
- Southern Eye Center participates in Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross, Vocational Rehabilitation, Champus, and several other insurance programs to keep your costs down.
As Mississippi's first outpatient surgical center dedicated exclusively to the needs of people with eye diseases, Southern Eye Center is able to reduce costs. The U.S. Office of Inspector General reported that a person having cataract removal in a facility such as Southern Eye Center's could save hundreds of dollars off the cost compared to that of a hospital outpatient facility.
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To Learn More About Our Cataract Specialists:
Lynn B. McMahan, M.D.
Kiper
C. Nelson, M.D.
Cameron S. Griffith, M.D., M.S.
To schedule a consultation for a Cataract Procedure in the Hattiesburg or Picayune area, please call 601-264-EYES or email
us today.
(601)264-3937
1420 S. 28th Ave
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601)-251-3937
#1 Sycamore, Suite K
Picayune, MS 39466
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