How Long Do I Have To Wear The Eye Shield For?
Ideally for the first 2 nights after your surgery. If you would feel more comfortable, you are welcome to wear the shield whi READ MORE >
What Should I Do When I Arrive Home From Hospital?
REST! Go to bed early. It is normal to feel tired and perhaps a little nauseous after your surgery due to a combination of fa READ MORE >
Do You Need A General Anaesthetic For Cataract Surgery?
No. Cataract surgery is performed under ‘twilight sedation’. You will be very relaxed and comfortable and have no memory of y READ MORE >
What Is A ‘Toric Iol’?
Toric IOLs are the astigmatism correcting version of each of the 3 major IOL types available in Australia - monofocal, extend READ MORE >
What Are Intraocular Lenses Made Of?
All intraocular (IOL) types are made from similar material, a specialized plastic polymer. Remember, the IOL is a small, infl READ MORE >
Will I be Able to Throw Away my Glasses After Surgery?
In many cases the answer is YES – you will enjoy increased freedom from your spectacles. However, you must remember that ever READ MORE >
Can I Avoid Surgery by Other Methods Like Eye Drops?
Although around the world there is research into eye drops which reduce the damage to the lens caused by natural ageing, curr READ MORE >
Will Cataracts Cause Blindness?
Yes, cataracts can cause blindness. Fortunately, however, this can be cured by performing cataract surgery. In fact, often th READ MORE >
When are Cataracts Developed Enough to Require Surgery?
When to have surgery is always a personal choice. If you are noticing vision problems and your optometrist or doctor has told READ MORE >
Will Cataract Surgery Hurt?
Not surprisingly, this is a common question! The answer is that you will not feel any pain during surgery. Most likely, you w READ MORE >
