Light rays enter our eyes through the cornea, pupil, and lens. These light rays are focused on the retina, a light-sensitive tissue lining the back of the eye.
While 70 percent of the eye’s focusing power comes from the cornea, it is the lens that helps to fine-tune our focusing ability.
In a healthy eye, the lens is clear and allows light rays to pass through unobstructed. As a cataract forms, the lens gradually becomes cloudy. As light passes through this cloudy lens, it is no longer clearly focused on the retina, causing images to appear hazy or blurred.
Usually, with cataract surgery, a small incision is made in the eye. The front portion of the thin outer covering of the lens is opened to allow removal of the cataract inside. The cataract is gently broken up and vacuumed out, then a folded lens implant is inserted through a small incision and into the capsule, where it unfolds and permanently takes the place of the clouded natural lens.
With the cataract removed, the new lens implant clearly focuses light rays onto the retina. The power of the lens implant is selected for your individual eye. However, you will probably need glasses to get your best near and far vision.
If you have more questions about cataracts and cataract surgery, contact the Cataract & Refractive Institute of Florida today. If not, may God grant you healthy eyes and great vision!
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Dr. Croley is the kind of doctor who takes time to listen, answer every question, and explain things in a way that’s easy to understand. He’s incredibly thorough and clearly passionate about what he does. I never feel rushed — he makes sure everything is done right and that I’m completely comfortable before I leave.
Whether it’s a routine exam or something more complex, I always feel confident knowing I’m getting the very best care. The office is spotless, the technology is top-notch, and the entire experience is consistently excellent.
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Eye Care Specialists in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and Nearby Areas
At the Cataract & Refractive Institute of Florida, our board-certified ophthalmologist uses state-of-the-art tools and techniques to help patients manage their eye issues and vision problems. Schedule an appointment online or call our office near you!
- 613 Del Prado Boulevard, 33990
- (239) 772-2122
- 1150 Lee Boulevard, 33936
- (239) 368-1020
- 4061 Bonita Beach Road, 34134
- (239) 949-1190
