Cataracts are a clouding of the natural lens of the eye, caused when the proteins in the lens begin to break down as you age.

Cataracts are one of the most common health issues affecting those aged 60 and older.

Untreated, this leads to blurred vision, difficulty driving at night and eventual vision loss. Why take that risk?

The good news is that cataracts can be removed and replaced with a simple procedure that will improve your vision and help you see clearly again. Don’t delay treatment.

Cataracts are a common part of aging. More than half of all Americans develop cataracts by age 80.

Symptoms of cataracts include the following:

• Cloudy, blurry or double vision
• Difficulty seeing at night, especially while driving
• Sensitivity to light or halos around lights
• Faded or yellowed colors
• Frequent changes to eyeglass or contact prescription

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, schedule your comprehensive eye exam now.

Surgery centers provide transparent pricing information before the procedure, not after. For Medicare patients without secondary insurance, patient copays in an outpatient center are 42 percent less than in a hospital.

Most insurance plans cover cataract removal and replacement with a standard lens, making it an affordable, life-changing procedure.

For a minimal cost, you can upgrade to premium intraocular lenses. Check with your provider then schedule your cataract surgery at Eye Institute at Boswell today!

Surgery is the only treatment option to medically remove a cataract and treat the effect on your eyesight. Don’t delay your treatment; better vision is within reach!

If you think you might have a cataract, the only way to know for sure is to have an eye examination. Should your eye care professional find a cataract, he or she can monitor it and advise you about any future treatment you may need.

To make a cataract diagnosis, however, your doctor will ask you a number of questions about your medical history and will perform an eye exam.

If you’ve been diagnosed with a cataract, you may have many questions about treatments. While non-surgical treatments won’t remove a cataract, they may be able to improve your visual comfort and quality of life for a short time, until the cataract worsens.

Why risk more vision loss?

Cataract surgery is a safe and effective way to restore vision. It is done on an outpatient basis and only requires a short recovery period.

After drops are placed in the eye and you’re given a mild sedative, your surgeon will remove the old lens and insert the new one. The procedure is completed in about 15 minutes, with patients spending only a couple of hours at the surgery center. After surgery, patients can resume most of their normal activities the following day.

Eye Institute at Boswell is committed to giving patients back their clear vision. Our physicians provide surgical expertise in a safe, clean, accredited environment.

At Eye Institute at Boswell, you’ll receive compassionate care in a comfortable environment focused on your individual needs.

You’ll benefit from shorter wait times, more personal attention and a lower cost compared to a hospital. With flexible appointment times, we make scheduling easy and convenient for you.