As we age, the natural human lens can become cloudy or opaque. This makes common activities such as driving, working, watching TV, or even wearing glasses difficult. Treating cataract is safe and easy. The natural human lens is surgically removed, and an artificial intraocular lens implant is inserted into the eye. This can be easily done in a day surgery environment, using local anesthesia, usually causing little or no discomfort for the patient. Some of the latest lens technology including ‘multifocal' lenses can also eliminate the need to wear glasses after cataract surgery.

Before having cataract surgery, the patient is evaluated for the existence of other sight threatening diseases, especially retinal disease. The degree of reduction in vision due specifically to the cataract is measured, and the pupil is dilated for a detailed evaluation of ocular health. This determines if the patient is a suitable candidate for surgery, and also helps determine which intraocular lens is most suitable for the patient. After the procedure, some specific instructions will be provided by the doctor, and he will postoperatively evaluate the patient to ensure ideal outcomes.