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Learn about revolutionary advancements that will assist in better visual outcomes

The Latest Cataract Technology Combined with One of the Region’s Finest Cataract Surgeons.

Robotic Laser Cataract Surgery gives you the opportunity to treat your cataracts and restore your vision to its full potential in the same procedure. When you choose a robotic laser cataract procedure, you are choosing the latest technology available to treat and restore one of your most valuable senses—your sight.

The best of both worlds

Advanced robotics meets surgical expertise in this state-of-the-art cataract treatment approach. By integrating skilled doctors with precision robotic technology, this innovative procedure maximizes your visual clarity while delivering unparalleled confidence in the outcome.

What are Cataracts?

A cataract occurs when the natural lens in your eye becomes cloudy, similar to looking through a foggy window. This happens gradually as you age, when proteins in the lens break down and clump together inside the eye’s natural lens. This cloudiness can make it difficult to read, drive (especially at night), or see people’s faces clearly. Cataracts are a common condition, affecting millions of people worldwide, but they can be effectively treated with surgery to restore clear vision.

What Is Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery?

Laser-assisted cataract surgery, also called laser cataract surgery, uses advanced femtosecond lasers to perform several steps of the procedure that were previously done manually during traditional cataract surgery. It includes creating the incisions, opening the lens capsule, and breaking up the cataract into tiny pieces. The laser’s precision offers a level of accuracy that is difficult to achieve manually. The type of laser used in laser-assisted cataract surgery is referred to as femtosecond laser – the same type of laser used in LASIK eye surgery.

MEET DR. STEPHENSON

If the world is not your patient in there and live as it once was, don’t delay seeking help. Since 1985, Dr. Stephenson at Stephenson Eye Associates, has successfully treated every common vision problem. Dr. Stephenson can help you maintain your vision and independence!

Dr. Stephenson and her staff make every effort to put you at ease. This is from her miraculous high-tech office setting to their friendly and consistent approach in caring for your vision needs. She is Board Certified in ophthalmology and fellowship trained in cataract surgery, medical retinal surgery and implantation of premium intraocular lenses, as well as laser surgery for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal and retinal eye diseases, total posterior medical to diabetes, and more.

Your safety comes first, this means that together we will weigh the pros and cons of each medical, laser, and surgical procedure, choosing the treatment that is safest and least invasive for you first.
Frequently Asked Questions

Early detection of cataracts is key to a successful treatment and smooth recovery. That’s why it’s important that you schedule a visit with your eye doctor the moment you experience cataract symptoms. The longer you wait, the worse your symptoms will get. The most common symptoms of a cataract include cloudy or blurry vision, seeing halos around lights, difficulty reading in low-light environments, difficulty seeing at night, double vision, noticing that colors are fading, increased nearsightedness, distorted vision in either eye, or much more. When you schedule an appointment with Dr. Dee Stephenson, you will have a very thorough eye health exam to assess the density of the cataract and then what type of lens implant you can have. Once detected and diagnosed, your eye doctor can go over your various treatment options and determine which one is best for you. Dee Stephenson, MD, provides custom solutions and a wide array of the most advanced lens implant options available. If you are looking for personalized treatment with the best outcome, she can provide you with her time, attention, and the best technology available.

Cataract symptoms typically develop gradually, often starting with subtle changes in vision. Many people first notice increased difficulty with night driving or reading in dim light. Colors may appear faded or yellowed, and bright lights often create bothersome glare or halos. Double vision in one eye, frequent changes in glasses prescriptions, and a general sense that vision isn’t as crisp as it used to be, are also common indicators. Some people describe their vision as looking through a dirty windshield, where everything appears slightly blurred or distorted. While these changes can be frustrating, they’re usually painless and develop over months or years.

Intraocular lenses (IOLs) are artificial lenses implanted during cataract surgery to replace your clouded natural lens. These advanced devices, made from biocompatible materials like silicone or acrylic, are designed to last a lifetime. Different types of IOLs serve various vision needs: monofocal IOLs provide clear vision at one distance, multifocal IOLs offer clarity at multiple distances, potentially eliminating the need for glasses, and toric IOLs correct astigmatism while addressing cataracts. The choice of IOL is personalized based on your lifestyle, activities, and vision goals, ensuring the best possible outcome for your specific situation.

Take the First Step Toward Clearer Vision

Don’t let cataracts hold you back from enjoying life to the fullest. With Dr. Stephenson’s expertise and advanced Robotic Laser Cataract Surgery, you can regain the clear, vibrant vision you deserve.