What is the Difference Between Cataract Surgery & LASIK?

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James D. Lehmann, M.D. | 10/24/2023 At Focal Point Vision, our ophthalmologists, or eye surgeons, are fellowship-trained and perform both cataract and LASIK surgery. Often during the discussion of cataract surgery, a patient asks, “Are you going to be doing LASIK on my eyes? What is the difference between cataract surgery and LASIK?” Essentially, cataract…

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What Are My Activity Restrictions After Cataract Surgery?

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James D. Lehmann, M.D. | 10/24/2023 Restrictions after Cataract Surgery Cataract surgery involves removal of the cloudy lens and replacement with a clear, artificial lens. The surgery takes 20-30 minutes and is usually done under local anesthesia with IV sedation. The majority of patients have very little pain or discomfort after the surgery, and often ask…

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What a Burst Blood Vessel In Your Eye Means

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James D. Lehmann, M.D. | 10/24/2023 If you recently woke up with a bright red spot in your eye, you’re probably feeling a little nervous. You’re probably anxiously typing a lot of different questions in your favorite search engine, including some variation of: If you’re worried about what a burst blood vessel in eye means…

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