Cataract surgery is an amazingly quick outpatient procedure that can erase years of poor vision. The entire surgical process takes about 15 minutes to perform.
When you decide to move forward with the procedure, it’s normal to feel a little nervous. Our staff at Mosaddegh Eye Institute understands this and will do everything we can to make you as comfortable and relaxed as possible. We can even prescribe relaxation medication if you need it. The main goal is that you feel 100% confident in our surgical abilities.
We will ask that you arrive 60 minutes before your surgery time to complete any necessary paperwork, give yourself time to relax and allow your San Francisco cataract surgery doctor to perform one final check on your vision.
The replacement lens you choose will be permanent and will feel natural in your eye.
After relaxing in our pre-op area for a while and your doctor has visited you again, you can go home. You will need someone to drive you home after surgery so you can rest for the remainder of the day. Wear an eye shield while sleeping as your eye heals to avoid hitting or rubbing your eye.
Your vision may be a bit blurry at first and your eye may be itchy or irritated – this is normal. The prescription eye drops will help minimize discomfort. If you experience any pain or worrisome symptoms, contact our office immediately.
Only one eye is treated at a time. If you have cataracts in both eyes, your second eye can be treated after the first has healed (minimum of 2 weeks later).
Remember: not all cataracts must be removed right away. The best way to know if your cataracts are developed enough to warrant surgery is by scheduling a cataract evaluation in San Francisco. Our informative exam will shed new light on your eye health and will help you learn more about your options for vision improvement.