Many people first explore cataracts when everyday activities like reading, driving at night, or recognizing faces become more difficult.
If your eye doctor has diagnosed cataracts, the next step is understanding your treatment options.
Learn what happens before, during, and after surgery, including what most patients experience during recovery.
Cataracts occur when the clear lens inside the eye becomes cloudy, making vision appear blurry, dim, or hazy. They usually develop slowly and are very common with age.
Many people first notice cataracts when:
Today’s cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a clear artificial lens, restoring vision and often improving everyday sight. Depending on your eyes and goals, advanced lens options may reduce your need for glasses for:
