Exciting new technologies which are now available for patients are Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery, Topical Anesthesia in Cataract Surgery, the Multifocal Intraocular Lens, the Toric Intraocular Lens, Endocyclophotocoagulation (ECP) for glaucoma, Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT Laser), and OCT II Optic Nerve Analyzer.

Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery

LenSx® laser, a bladeless, computer-controlled laser that allows our surgeons to plan and perform cataract surgery with the most precision, accuracy, and individualized specifications not attainable by other surgical methods. 

Topical Anesthesia

This is an improved technique for anesthesia at the time of cataract surgery. This avoids the bruising which can occur with older anesthesia techniques, as well as allowing vision without a patch the same day as surgery.

Multifocal Intraocular Lens

This is a new type of lens implant used at the time of cataract surgery. Traditional implants focus only at one distance, usually being used for distance, with reading glasses being used for up close. Multifocal Lenses offer a significant advance in that it focuses at all distances (near, intermediate, and distance) with glasses usually not being needed at all. Further information regarding this exciting device can be found by clicking the following link: Multifocal Lenses.

Toric Intraocular Lens

This is a new type of lens used at the time of cataract surgery that allows correction of patient's astigmatism. This gives the patient the freedom of good vision at distance without the need for glasses or contacts.

Endocyclophotocoagulation (ECP)

This is an exciting new glaucoma treatment done intraoperatively which allows a less invasive way to control patient's intraocular pressure. Click the following link for more information and a patient brochure: Endo Optiks ECP.

SLT Laser

This represents the newest type of laser available for treatment of open angle glaucoma. Click the following link for more on this exciting device: SLT Laser Information.

OCT II

This allows computerized analysis of the optic nerve, permitting earlier diagnosis of glaucoma. It also helps to detect any changes in the health of the optic nerve. Click the following link for more: OCT Information.