A cataract is a clouding of the eye's natural lens, which lies behind the iris and the pupil. The lens works much like a camera lens, focusing light onto the retina at the back of the eye. The lens also adjusts the eye's focus, letting us see things clearly both up close and far away.

The lens is mostly made of water and protein. The protein is arranged in a precise way that keeps the lens clear and lets light pass through it. But as we age, some of the protein may clump together and start to cloud a small area of the lens. This is a cataract, and over time, it may grow larger and cloud more of the lens, making it harder to see.

Cataract Surgery

Typically, two things happen during cataract surgery —

• the clouded lens is removed, and
• a clear artificial lens is implanted.

This implant, known as an intraocular lens (IOL), is made of plastic, acrylic or silicone. It requires no care and becomes a permanent part of your eye.

Recent advances

Today, many patients are opting for multi-focal or accommodating lens implants, which may reduce or eliminate dependency on reading spectacles. Even astigmatism can now be corrected with the new IOLs.

Older Patients

For older patients we may recommend an IOL procedure over laser surgery.

With ageing the probability of developing a cataract grows and this approach addresses both issues at the same time.

Our experienced team is here to guide you on the best way to achieve good vision with the lowest risk.