Astigmatism is a common refractive error among many children and adults. Astigmatism is usually caused by a toric cornea-one in which the surface curvature is not uniform. When rays of light are not refracted equally in all directions a point focus on the retina will not be attained. There are many ways of correcting astigmatism: glasses, contact lenses and refractive surgery.
Doctor & Associates is always seeking new ways to improve our patients’ vision and reduce their dependency on corrective lenses. We are pleased to announce that FDA approved an expanded range of high cylinder power correction with toric lens implants. Now we are able to correct up to six diopters of astigmatism. It is great news for older adults who have developed cataracts and now experience even blurrier vision. With new astigmatism correcting implants patients can improve their vision by removing cataracts and at the same time enjoy their vision without glasses for distance.
Dr. Leslie Doctor performs cataract surgery in the Wilton Surgery Center. It is a ten to fifteen minute procedure that does not require a lot of time off. Typically patients remain in the facility for about one hour and a half. The cataract is removed with an ultrasound through two small 2.75mm incisions. The recovery after the procedure is relatively quick and most patients can go back to work two days after the surgery.
If you are interested in astigmatism correction or learning more about toric lens implants or have any questions regarding cataract surgery please do not hesitate to call Doctor & Associates at 203-227-4113.
