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More than 2 million people have cataract surgery each year, making it one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the United States.

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EYECARE LIKE NO OTHER

Horizon Eye Specialists & Lasik Center has been offering cataract evaluations to the Phoenix and Scottsdale area since 1983, at one of our seven conveniently located state-of-the-art facilities.

When choosing a cataract surgery practice, you deserve experienced doctors, advanced technology and a center with a focus on personal patient care. It is our commitment to these higher standards that sets us apart.

At Horizon Eye Specialists & Lasik Center, we are proud to offer our patients custom cataract surgery with the premium intraocular lenses (IOLs) profiled in these options. These lenses are designed to reduce or eliminate your dependence on reading glasses, bifocals or trifocals.

“It is not uncommon for our patients to have the benefit of dramatically improved vision within a few hours of their procedure.” - Jonathan Levin, M.D.

How do I know if I am a candidate for cataract surgery?

The best way to know if you are a candidate for cataract surgery is to schedule an evaluation with a cataract surgeon. During the evaluation our experienced team will conduct a thorough exam and perform state of the art measurements to determine the best options for you. If cataract surgery is recommended, you will meet with a surgical counselor to discuss surgery dates, lens options and surgery instructions.

  • If you have an astigmatism, seeing distorted images, you can still undergo cataract surgery
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  • If you have had LASIK surgery in the past, you have options for cataract surgery.
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Horizon Eye Specialists

Cataract surgery options

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Intraocular (IOL)

During cataract surgery, the cloudy, damaged lens must be removed and replaced with an Intraocular Lens (IOL). An Intraocular lens is a device that is implanted in your eye during cataract surgery. It replaces the eye’s natural lens after it has been removed during surgery. There are different types of IOLs and they each offer various advantages and disadvantages.

The type of IOL that is best for you will depend on the health of your vision before the development of cataracts and your unique needs and lifestyle.

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Basic

With the standard implants (the monofocal lens mentioned above), the cloudy cataract is removed and is replaced with a clear lens. The goal with this lens is clearer vision; however, because it only corrects at one distance, expect to wear glasses full time with this option.

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Peace of Mind

The Peace of Mind option provides laser-assisted cataract surgery. The cataract will be removed with a laser instead of manually, by hand. The laser technique is gentler on the eye and it can lower the risk of cataract surgery. This option can be combined with any of the other options-Standard, Precision, or Forever Young. You should still expect to wear glasses full time with this option.

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Precision

With the Precision option, the surgeon can correct your vision during cataract surgery to give you precise distance or near vision depending on what is important to you. This is done by correcting your prescription and correcting your astigmatism. You will still need to wear glasses some of the time with this option.

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Forever Young

The Forever Young option expands your range of clear vision giving you a continuous range of vision from distance to mid-range and near giving patients functional vision.

With this option you may still need to wear glasses for some close work.

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Light Adjustable Lens

We are the first in Arizona to offer a revolutionary new lens implant, the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) by RxSight. The LAL is the first and only FDA-approved intraocular lens implant (IOL) that can be adjusted after cataract surgery, allowing surgeons to partner with their patients and achieve optimized results for every unique eye.

With the LAL, beginning two to three weeks after surgery, the surgeon administers an office-based UV light treatment (which generally takes 90 seconds) that adjusts the prescription of the IOL while it is in the patient’s eye. This can be repeated two to three times until patients have achieved their vision goals. The surgeon then uses a final exposure treatment to preserve the lens power.

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Intraocular (IOL)

During cataract surgery, the cloudy, damaged lens must be removed and replaced with an Intraocular Lens (IOL).Intraocular lens is a device that is implanted in your eye during cataract surgery. It replaces the eye’s natural lens after it has been removed during surgery. There are different types of IOLs and they each offer various advantages and disadvantages.

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Standard

With the standard implants (the monofocal lens mentioned above), the cloudy cataract is removed and is replaced with a clear lens. The goal with this lens is clearer vision; however, because it only corrects at one distance, expect to wear glasses full time with this option.

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Peace of Mind

The peace of mind option provides laser assisted cataract surgery. The cataract will be removed with a laser instead of manually, by hand. The laser technique is gentler on the eye and it can lower the risk of cataract surgery. This option can be combined with any of the other options-Standard, Precision, or Forever Young.

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Precision

With the Precision option, the surgeon can correct your vision during cataract surgery to give you precise distance or near vision depending on what is important to you. This is done by correcting your prescription at one aim and correcting your astigmatism. You will still need to wear glasses some of the time with this option.

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Forever Young

The Forever Young option expands your range of clear vision giving you a continuous range of vision from distance to mid-range and near giving patients functional vision.

With this option you may still need to wear glasses for some close work.

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Light Adjustable Lens

We are the first in Arizona to offer a revolutionary new lens implant, the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) by RxSight. The LAL is the first and only FDA-approved intraocular lens implant (IOL) that can be adjusted after cataract surgery, allowing surgeons to partner with their patients and achieve optimized results for every unique eye.

Lens Types

Monofocal
A monofocal lens is an intraocular lens that is used during standard cataract surgery. It has a fixed focus and may be used to correct vision at one distance. These lenses can be used to correct distance, mid-range or near vision. Only one of these can be chosen and the focus will not change after surgery.
Multifocal
Multifocal is a type of intraocular lens (IOL) that is used to replace the natural crystalline lens of your eye during cataract surgery. This IOL is also able to correct presbyopia, a condition in which the ability to see objects in the near range of vision diminishes with age. Presbyopia is what causes many people to begin using reading glasses in their 50s and 60s. The Multifocal IOL corrects vision at multiple distances.
Toric
Patients who suffer from cataracts and astigmatism may require special lenses to correct their vision after cataract surgery. Cataract surgery and standard intraocular lenses (IOLs) alone cannot correct astigmatism. A Toric IOL can correct cataracts and correct for the astigmatism creating sharp vision at one range.

What to expect during cataract surgery

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The first step is to make a small hole in the front of the capsule that holds the natural lens or cataract.

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The next step is to insert the small ultrasonic probe into the eye. The probe breaks up the lens into tiny pieces and removes them.

Step 3

A permanent, artificial lens is then folded and inserted into the eye.

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The new lens then unfolds and is positioned permanently into place.

Patient Reviews

Real Reviews from Real Patients

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Pam P

The entire procedure was done very professionally by all the staff involved. I had no discomfort whatsoever. It was a snap. I was given a special lens that used U/V light to customize. All went well, and I have 20/20 vision in that eye. I couldn't be happier.

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Anita K

A very organized and efficient operation! Everyone is well-trained. They ask for changes to your address, insurance, etc. every single time. Good job! They follow up with reminders for appt. I had such a positive experience, my husband is starting the process next month. I highly recommend this center.

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Sophia F

Finally made the decision to do Lasik after having glasses since the third grade. Absolutely love my results!! I was seeing fairly well right after the quick procedure and by the next day, my vision was 20/20. Fully recommend Dr. Duncan who did an amazing and professional job.

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