Franklin

(615) 320-7200

Murfreesboro

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Nashville

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Offices in Nashville, Franklin, and Murfreesboro

Cataract Surgery

Cataracts are a problem that many people face as they age. Over time, the lens of the eye can become cloudy, which can lead to blurry vision and other problems. Cataracts surgery is a procedure that can restore clear vision. We will discuss what cataracts are and what cataract surgery involves. At Cornea Consultants of Nashville, we provide diagnosis and treatment for cataracts. Our ophthalmologists will conduct a thorough diagnosis and determine whether cataract surgery is the most suitable option.

Eye Surgery

What are Cataracts?

Cataracts are characterized by the clouding of the lens. This clouding makes it difficult to see, especially in low light. Cataracts are most common with older patients, but they can also affect individuals who have a family history of cataracts, certain genetic disorders, diabetes, or steroid medication use. Over time, this clouding can become so serious that it affects your quality of life.

How Cataract Surgery Works

Understanding the anatomy of the eye can help you better understand how cataract surgery works. The lens of your eye is responsible for focusing light onto the retina. This light is what enables you to see clearly. The cataract begins as a small opacity in the lens. This causes your vision to become somewhat blurred, but it does not usually affect your daily life at this stage. If the cataract is not treated, however, it will continue to grow and can eventually make it difficult for you to read or perform daily activities.

What To Expect During Cataract Surgery

The entire procedure can be completed in about 30 minutes, but the actual surgery may go on for as long as 45 minutes. Your eye doctor will take precise measurements of your eye to ensure that the size of the incision will be just right. You can then expect to feel a quick sting as the numbing drops take effect and the actual surgery begins.

You should receive prescribed eye drops both before and after surgery to help your eye heal properly. You will also be given a protective shield that you should wear at all times during the 24 hours following surgery.

Contact Cornea Consultants of Nashville in Nashville, TN

Cataract surgery is a fast and easy way to improve your vision and your quality of life. Even if you have been struggling with blurred vision for a long time, your eyesight can be restored through surgery. If you think you may be a candidate for cataract surgery, contact our ophthalmologists at Cornea Consultants of Nashville. Call our team today at (615) 320-7200 to learn more or to schedule an appointment.

Hours of Operation

Nashville Hours

Monday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tuesday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wednesday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thursday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Friday

8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

Franklin Hours

Monday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tuesday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wednesday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thursday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Friday

8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

Murfreesboro Hours

Monday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tuesday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wednesday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thursday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Friday

Closed

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

Nashville Hours

Monday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Friday
8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Franklin Hours

Monday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Friday
8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Murfreesboro Hours

Monday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

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