Refractive Cataract Surgery

During your comprehensive cataract consultation, Dr. Calotti will thoroughly evaluate your ocular health and discuss how your vision impacts your daily lifestyle. He will present your options clearly, detailing the advanced premium lens implants available, to help you select the optimal choice for your visual goals. The surgical procedure itself is highly efficient, typically lasting just 15 to 20 minutes, and the vast majority of our patients are pleased to find the recovery period remarkably straightforward, with noticeable visual improvements often appearing within the first few days.

Understanding Cataracts

A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which sits behind the iris and pupil. This lens focuses light onto the retina to produce clear images. When it becomes cloudy, vision becomes blurry, hazy, or less vibrant, like looking through a foggy window.

Cataracts are a natural part of aging and the leading cause of vision loss in people over 40. They develop gradually, often over years, and commonly affect both eyes at different rates.

Common Symptoms:

Blurred or dimmed vision
Difficulty with night vision
Sensitivity to light and glare
Halos around lights
Fading or yellowing of colors
Frequent prescription changes

What Causes Cataracts?

Aging is the primary cause, but other factors include diabetes, steroid use, previous eye injury, UV exposure, smoking, and family history.

How Cataracts Are Treated

Early cataracts may be managed with updated glasses or brighter lighting. When cataracts interfere with daily life (reading, driving, hobbies) surgery becomes the most effective solution. Cataract surgery is one of the safest procedures performed today, with a success rate exceeding 95%. The clouded lens is removed and replaced with a clear artificial lens (IOL).

What Patients Can Expect:

Comprehensive Evaluation

Dr. Calotti assesses each patient’s lifestyle and visual needs using comprehensive examination and advanced testing to create a personalized surgical plan.

How Cataracts Are Treated

Dr. Calotti assesses each patient’s lifestyle and visual needs using comprehensive examination and advanced testing to create a personalized surgical plan.

Premium Lens Options

Patients choose from lenses designed for various distances, reduced glasses dependence, and astigmatism correction, tailored to their daily routine.

Minimally Invasive Technique

Surgery takes 15-20 minutes through a small, self-sealing incision using precision technology and local anesthesia with mild sedation.

Dedicated Guidance

Our surgical counselor supports patients through every phase, answering questions and coordinating care.

Rapid Recovery

Most patients see improvement within days and resume normal activities (driving. reading) within a week.

Trusted Surgical Excellence

With thousands of successful surgeries and 25+ years of experience, Dr. Calotti helps patients regain their sight, confidence, and independence.

Referring a patient for cataract evaluation?

Phone: (519) 752-3200

Fax: (519) 752-3277

Email: appointments@drcalotti.com

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Expert Care for the Full Spectrum of Eye Conditions

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a progressive condition affecting the optic nerve, often developing silently without early warning signs. If you have been referred to our center for an assessment, our team will conduct a comprehensive evaluation using state-of-the-art diagnostic technology. We will discuss our findings clearly, map out what to expect, and design a personalized management plan tailored to your lifestyle. Our primary objective is always the proactive preservation of your long-term vision.

Diabetic Eye Disease

Managing diabetes requires a dedicated partnership to safeguard your overall health, particularly your vision. Fluctuations in blood sugar can gradually affect the delicate blood vessels within the retina, occasionally developing without noticeable symptoms. We utilize advanced retinal imaging to monitor your eye health meticulously, explaining your results in clear, plain language while offering targeted medical options to protect your sight over the long term.

Macular Degeneration (AMD)

AMD impacts the central vision, which can make essential daily activities like reading, driving, and recognizing faces increasingly challenging. While there is currently no definitive cure, timely intervention, advanced monitoring, and targeted therapies can significantly slow its progression. If you have been referred for an AMD consultation, we will guide you through every stage of your diagnosis and discuss the most effective management avenues available for your specific case.

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