As we age, our vision changes. Our once clear and crisp vision starts to become blurry and distorted. This is due to the eye’s natural aging process, as well as other factors like diabetes or high blood pressure. One common type of vision problem that occurs as we age is astigmatism. Unfortunately, this is a …
Patients who have conditions such as cataracts will find that the only treatment that can help in eliminating the cloudiness and improving eyesight is that of the intraocular lens, or IOL. IOLs are new lenses that are used to replace the natural lens in the eye that can be impacted by cataracts. By replacing these …
Cataracts are the clouding of the eye lens which can impair one’s vision. Cataracts block light from getting to the back of the eye to see clearly, causing patients to become frustrated in day-to-day activities such as driving and reading. When cataracts become more severe, it is always a good idea to work with a …
Intraocular lenses, or “IOLs,” are medical implants that are placed inside of the eye to replace a natural lens following removal during surgery for cataracts. In addition, a patient may utilize intraocular lenses during refractive lens exchange procedures used for the correction of vision. IOLs were not used decades ago, as patients instead wore correctly …
Patients of the Skokie, IL area who are faced with cataract surgery are encouraged to take the time to speak to their ophthalmologist about the various IOLs, or intraocular lenses, that can be implanted inside the eye. Dr. Stuart P. Sondheimer is a professional in the community who can educate patients on the various IOLs …
