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Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery: Advanced Precision, Accelerated Recovery

The most profound benefits of laser-assisted cataract surgery are greater precision and the potential for a quicker recovery. Cataracts are commonplace. An estimated 24 million Americans are affected by this eye condition, the leading cause of blindness globally. The 4 million annual cataract surgeries performed in the US speak to the prominence of the procedure. Today, cataract surgery options have expanded […]

Clearing Misconceptions About Cornea Transplant Surgery

The eye is an amazing organ—and it’s just as complex as you’d expect. However, this can make it difficult for patients to understand their healthcare options. When it comes to cornea transplant surgery, it’s helpful to clear up some of the myths. Cornea Transplant Surgery Basics Cornea transplant surgery, or keratoplasty, replaces your eye’s clear front structure—the […]

January Is Glaucoma Awareness Month

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, the ideal time to have a conversation with your eye professional about your vision and eye health. Glaucoma is a term used to describe several diseases of the eyes that can cause vision loss over time due to optic nerve damage. This nerve, located at the back of your eye, […]

How Multifocal Intraocular Lenses Can Change Your Life

Vision loss from cataracts is devastating, but multifocal intraocular lenses (IOL) can help. These offer a permanent solution to cataracts that replace your clouded eye lenses with an artificial one. Multifocal IOLs are special contact lenses with alternating focus between distances. They can also feature unique designs that correct the light disturbances that affect patients with cataracts. […]

Protect Your Vision From Diabetic Eye Disease: 3 Essential Tips

November is National Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month; as cataract and cornea specialists, we want to do our part and help others learn about how diabetes affects the eyes and how you can protect your vision. Defining Diabetic Eye Disease Rather than one condition, diabetic eye disease is a collection of conditions that someone may develop. […]

Which Intraocular Lens Is Right for You?

Having cataract removal surgery means making a critical decision about which intraocular lens (IOL) to choose as a replacement for your natural, clouded lens. IOLs have evolved over the years, offering various benefits and features tailored to individual needs. At Cape Fear Cataract & Cornea, Dr. Brian Groat and his team of experienced professionals can guide you […]

Penetrating Keratoplasty: Resolving Your Cornea Issues

Your eyes are vital to your ability to perceive and interact with the world around you. And though there are a lot of ways to keep them healthy and keep your vision crisp well into your later years, unexpected complications can put your eyes at risk. Depending on what visual or physical eye complications you’re […]

What Are the Stages of Glaucoma?

Often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” glaucoma is a disease that affects the optic nerve, resulting in abnormally high eye pressure. Since the optic nerve is vital to your vision, it can result in complete loss of vision over an extended period of time. Unfortunately, it does develop slowly, with no signs in the […]

How Is Cataract Surgery Performed?

Cataracts are extremely common among older people that are in the United States. In fact, over half of people over the age of 80 have either had surgery to treat cataracts or currently have them. Our vision is very precious to us, and cataracts pose an actual threat to that. Luckily with surgery, you can […]

Understanding Keratoconus and How a Cornea Transplant Can Help

Blurred vision, distorted vision, clouding, sensitivity to light, and a need to increase your prescription for eyeglasses are all symptoms that can be seen as worsening eyesight. However, you may be experiencing a condition called keratoconus. Keratoconus is a condition that affects the corneas. Let’s take a deeper look at keratoconus and how a cornea transplant can […]

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