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Cataract Evaluation and Treatment People

Cataract Patient Education Guide

When it comes to your health, knowledge is power. We have created an interactive guide to help you understand cataract evaluation and treatment options. This booklet includes videos, patient testimonials, interactive forms, and common FAQs to help you through the process of understanding your options for correcting your vision.

Click HERE to access the digital booklet, videos, and available forms.

We hope the interactive guide will help clear up some of your questions about cataracts and the available treatment options.

Cataract Self-Evaluation

Envision your world in a whole new light. You do not have to accept poor vision as you grow older. If your vision has declined over the years due to cataracts, your treatment options are better than ever before. Your vision affects your outlook on life. With greater clarity comes greater ability to pursue your passions. The talented surgeons and dedicated staff of Marietta Eye Clinic live this mantra daily. Using state-of-the-art technology, we can help you decide if cataract surgery is right for you now—or later.

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This is a booklet that has everything you will need to know for your cataract evaluation. What is a cataract? Treatment Options. And More!

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Marietta Eye Clinic cataract surgery team is a highly experienced and dedicated team of medical doctors. Our cataract surgeons truly listen to their patients and practice empathy for every patient, treating them as if they were a member of their own family.

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If your vision has gradually changed with age and things don’t seem quite as sharp or in focus as they used to, you may be suffering from cataracts.

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Using modern, safe surgical techniques cataract surgery has become one of the most commonly performed procedures. Cataract surgery is performed on an outpatient basis and patients are back home the same day.

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Cataract consultations consist of a series of tests and examinations to determine the presence and severity of cataracts. You will meet with a board-certified ophthalmologist to discuss your diagnosis and treatment options.

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In addition to traditional cataract surgery, we also offer laser-assisted cataract surgery using the CATALYS® Precision Laser System. With a femtosecond laser, your doctor can more gently remove the cloudy lens (cataract) so a replacement intraocular lens (IOL) can be inserted.

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In the past, cataract patients only had one choice for replacement lenses during cataract surgery: monofocal lenses. Today, patients have the opportunity to see better after cataract surgery with multifocal or accommodating intraocular lens (IOL) implants.

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Marietta Eye Clinic offers several types of payment options, including financing through CareCredit, a popular option for financing healthcare costs.

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Recovery from cataract surgery is generally very quick, with most patients achieving noticeably better vision within the first 24 hours of the procedure.

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Checking to see if you have some of the symptoms of cataracts which may be limited your quality of life is easy. Just fill out our quick form, and we will follow up with you to schedule a consultation.

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Find your doctor-specific cataract evaluation packets here.

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As with any health condition, there are many myths spread about cataracts. We address a few on this page to ensure you are adequately informed about your health.

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More about Cataract Surgery

Are you contemplating cataract surgery in Marietta, GA? Cataracts tend to occur in people who are 40 years of age or older, but most people don’t need cataract surgery until they’re over the age of 60. Cataracts are cloudy spots on the lens. These cloudy spots cause dimmed or blurred vision. They can also result in an increase in sensitivity to bright lights and cause halos and glare, which can negatively affect your night vision and make it difficult to drive. If you suspect you have cataracts or have noticed a change in your vision, our eye surgeons at Marietta Eye Clinic can evaluate your eye health, test for vision and determine if you’d be a good candidate for cataract surgery or if you’d be better served with a different type of surgery, like LASIK.

Signs You May Have Cataracts

  • Your vision has become dim or blurry.
  • You have difficulty seeing at night due to glare or halos around lights.
  • Colors are starting to look muted or are tinged with yellow.
  • You have noticed instances of double-vision.

When to See an Eye Doctor for a Cataract Consultation

You should visit an eye doctor as soon as you notice changes in your vision. This is because most people don’t notice vision changes until they’ve become significant and start to impact their daily lives. Changes in vision can include, not seeing things as clearly, having difficulty reading, needing more light to read or perform other activities, having an increase in headaches and not being able to see well at night.

Understanding What Is Involved in a Cataract Consultation

You can expect your cataract surgery consultation to take about three hours. They involve taking a medical history that includes a list of your current OTC and prescription medications as well as performing certain texts, including:

  • A Visual Acuity Test– This is part of every eye exam. It is where you read letters and numbers from a chart to determine how well you see.
  • Slit-Lamp Exam– This exam involves a bright light and a magnifying glass. During this part of the exam, the doctor will look at the lens of your eye, cornea and iris, looking for abnormalities.
  • Retinal Exam– This part of the exam checks the back of your eye. During this procedure, your eyes will be dilated so that the eye doctor can check the health of your retina.
  • Applanation Tonometry– This test checks to see how much pressure is in your eye. It can help determine if you have glaucoma.

These tests will help determine if you have cataracts or a different eye disease, like Glaucoma or AMD.

What Does Cataract Surgery Involve?

Surgery for cataracts involves removing the cloudy lens in your eye and replacing it with an artificial lens, often referred to as an Intraocular Lens (IOL). Cataracts can only be successfully treated with IOL surgery. However, there are options you can choose for your eye surgery. You can choose to get a monofocal lens, which provides a single prescription for near, intermediate or distance vision. Individuals who get this prescription usually need reading glasses or glasses for distance vision.

There are also multifocal lenses available that can provide near, intermediate and distance vision. Individuals who choose this option often don’t need glasses after their cataract surgery.

The third type of lens is a toric. This type of lens corrects astigmatism. If you wear toric contact lenses, you already have an idea of what this type of lens does.

What Are the Cataract Surgery Options

Marietta Eye Surgery Center offers three cataract surgery options:

  • Standard– The Standard cataract surgery is non-laser and includes a monofocal lens.
  • Precision– The Precision cataract surgery is performed with a CATALYS® Precision Laser System. This surgery includes a monofocal lens and includes astigmatism management.
  • Premium– The Premium cataract surgery is also performed with the CATALYS Precision Laser System and offers astigmatism management. You can also get a toric or multifocal lens with this option.

What Are the Benefits and Success Rates of Cataract Surgery?

Surgery to remove cataracts is considered to be extremely safe. It has a success rate of 99 percent, and most people achieve at least 20/40 vision within 90 days after the surgery. However, most people start to see clearer in as little as 24 to 48 hours after the completion of the surgery. You will receive post-op instructions, and a follow-up appointment is usually scheduled 24 to 48 hours after your cataract surgery.

What Does Cataract Surgery Cost?

It can cost anywhere between $1,800 and $3,500 per eye. However, it’s been known to cost as much as $7,000 per eye. Medicare and Medicaid often cover the Standard Cataract surgery. Private insurance also typically covers cataract surgery. Marietta Eye Clinic can check your vision health coverage to see how much of the surgery is covered by your insurance and what your out-of-pocket expenses might be. In addition to these options, we also offer a payment plan via CareCredit, and flexible spending accounts, like an FAS or an HSA, may be able to be used for part or all of the costs.

How to Start the Process of Getting Cataract Surgery at Marietta Eye Surgery Center

The process of getting cataract surgery at Marietta Eye Surgery Center starts with an appointment or a phone call to set up an initial consultation and exam by calling 770-427-8111. During your exam, our eye doctor will examine your eyes, take a medical history, and answer all of your questions.


Cataract Surgery Center Videos

Allison Dublin, M.D. - Symptoms of Cataracts

Board-certified ophthalmologist and highly experienced cataract surgeon Dr. Allison Dublin of Marietta Eye Clinic discusses the most common symptoms of cataracts and provides illuminating visuals on how this natural aging process may be reducing your quality of life.

Charles Ho, M.D. - Cataract Treatment Options

Board-certified ophthalmologist and highly experienced cataract surgeon Dr. Charles Ho of Marietta Eye Clinic discusses the treatment options available for cataract patients, including modern advances in laser surgery technology.


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