Cataract Surgery in Overland Park, KS
Cataracts often develop with age, causing blurred vision. At Cavanaugh Eye Center, we offer advanced solutions to restore clear, natural vision. With cataract surgery in Overland Park, KS, you can significantly reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contacts.
Using Alcon’s advanced LenSx® Laser suite, we achieve the best outcomes for you. We are proud to be the exclusive facility in Kansas and the KC Metro area that offers this technology.
Dr. Cavanaugh combines his expert knowledge with advanced technology to ensure optimal results. Experience exceptional care and precision—schedule your cataract consultation at Cavanaugh Eye Center today!
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What Are Cataracts?
Cataracts occur when the lens of the eye becomes cloudy, often with a yellowish-brown tint. This cloudiness obstructs and scatters light, causing blurred vision, glare, and sometimes double vision. As cataracts develop, they can lead to a gradual deterioration in vision. Common symptoms include:
- A gradual deterioration in vision over time
- Objects may appear yellow, hazy, blurred, or distorted
- Vision at night or in low light conditions may be reduced
- Vision in bright light or the sun may be difficult due to glare
- Halos may appear around bright lights at night
Causes of Cataracts
Cataracts primarily develop with aging. As we age, the proteins in the eye’s lens break down and clump together, creating cloudy areas in the lens. This leads to blurred vision and reduced clarity.
Other factors can contribute to cataracts, such as prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light, which accelerates lens clouding. Certain medical conditions, like diabetes, and long-term use of medications can also increase the risk. Additionally, smoking, heavy alcohol consumption, and eye injuries or surgeries may further heighten the likelihood of developing cataracts.
Overland Park Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery
Cavanaugh Eye Center offers state-of-the-art bladeless cataract surgery with Alcon’s LenSx® Laser. This advanced system automates complex surgical steps and utilizes high-definition imaging to enhance surgical precision.
Intraocular Lens Options
Recent technological advancements offer us wonderful choices of intraocular lens implants (IOLs), but the variety of options can sometimes be confusing and overwhelming. Based on your exam findings, discussion, and questionnaire, Dr. Cavanaugh will recommend the best lens implant package.
There are three different categories of IOLs:
Single-focus lens implants provide excellent distance vision but do not correct astigmatism or presbyopia. Patients using these lenses will need reading glasses for near tasks. Monofocal lenses are ideal for those who are comfortable wearing glasses for both distance and reading. Insurance covers the cost of these implants.
Astigmatism occurs when the cornea is oval rather than round, causing blurred vision and ghost images. To focus light precisely, the cornea should be as round as possible. Toric IOLs incorporate astigmatism correction into the lens, offering a precise solution to reduce or eliminate astigmatism while also correcting cataracts.
Multi-focus lenses are ideal for patients seeking maximum freedom from glasses. However, their extra cost is not covered by insurance.
- Multifocal Lens Implants - These lenses feature bifocal or trifocal areas for clear vision at all distances. Unlike bifocal glasses, they don't require head movement to see through different zones. They offer excellent vision and independence from glasses. However, they may cause temporary halos around lights at night, which usually improve within 90 to 180 days.
- Focusing (Accommodating) Lens Implants - The Crystalens mimics the natural lens's movement, using the eye's muscles to adjust focus. This lens has fewer halo side effects than multifocal lenses and provides good distance and intermediate vision. However, depending on the strength of your focusing muscles, it may make small print harder to read.
Why Choose Cavanaugh Eye Center for Cataract Surgery?
Dr. Cavanaugh has decades of experience, having practiced since 1991. He is a leading innovator in ophthalmology and specializes in laser-assisted and sutureless cataract surgeries.
He earned his medical degree and completed his residency at the University of Kansas, where he was Chief Resident. Dr. Cavanaugh then completed a Surgical Fellowship in advanced corneal and refractive surgery at the Wilmer Institute of Johns Hopkins Hospital.
His primary goal is to reduce or eliminate the need for reading glasses in patients over 40. His expertise ensures exceptional consultative care at his Kansas City eye clinic.
Contact Cavanaugh Eye Center for Cataract Surgery in Overland Park Today
Don’t let cataracts cloud your vision. With Dr. Cavanaugh’s expertise, you can trust Cavanaugh Eye Center to deliver exceptional results. Take the first step towards a clearer vision. Schedule your consultation today and experience the difference cataract surgery in Overland Park can make!
