Cataract Surgery in Knoxville

Cataract Surgery in Knoxville

Offering Pre-Operative & Post-Operative Care

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Don’t Let Cataracts Cloud Your Vision

Over 50% of people aged 65 and older have a cataract in one or both eyes. As the cataract progresses, vision deteriorates, leading to a decreased quality of life. Fortunately, cataract surgery can easily treat this condition.

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What Are Cataracts?

Cataracts are cloudy patches that develop on the lens of your eye. Cataracts can cause blurred or double vision, may increase light sensitivity and interfere with driving, especially at night. Without cataract surgery, millions of people around the world would be unable to see clearly.

The most common symptoms include:
  • Blurred or double vision
  • Trouble seeing at night
  • Sensitivity to glare
  • Colored halos around lights
  • Colors appearing more faded
  • Requiring brighter light for reading

When to Get Cataract Surgery

As we evaluate your eye health and vision, we'll carefully examine your lens for signs of cataract formation. If a cataract is detected and the clouding is causing visual disruption, our optometrist will refer you to a trusted surgeon for cataract surgery. The Eye Group - Kingston Pike will be there for you, providing pre and post cataract surgery care.

As the condition begins to seriously impair your vision and adversely affects your daily life, impacting your ability to read, drive, watch TV or recognize faces, you should seriously consider surgery.

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Benefits of Cataract Surgery

  • High success rate

    Cataract surgery, one of the world’s most commonly performed surgeries, has a 95% success rate.

  • Quick and convenient

    This procedure can take just 30 to 45 minutes in an outpatient setting or hospital.

  • Prevents other eye problems

    Removing cataracts can reduce the risk of eye inflammation and pressure inside the eye–a leading cause of glaucoma.

  • Rapid recovery time

    Patients start seeing more clearly within a few days. Colors may seem brighter thanks to the new, clear lens.


How to Prepare for Cataract Surgery

  • Apply antibiotic or anti-inflammatory eyedrops a few days before surgery if instructed to by your eye doctor
  • Arrange for a ride after the surgery, since you won’t be able to drive
  • Wash your face in the morning of the procedure and don’t wear eye makeup, strong perfumes or aftershave

What Happens During Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery removes your natural cloudy lens and replaces it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to improve and restore vision. This common and very safe procedure is performed by an eye doctor (ophthalmologist) on an outpatient basis.

  • The eye surgeon (ophthalmologist) will perform cataract surgery on one eye at a time. That means that you will come in for another surgery on the second eye. The procedure is brief and typically takes 30 to 45 minutes to complete.
  • The eye doctor will place drops into your eyes to numb them and dilate your pupils. Though you’ll be conscious during the procedure, you may be offered a sedative to help you remain calm. The eye surgeon will then remove your natural lens and replace it with the IOL. You should feel no pain or discomfort thanks to the anesthetic.
What Happens During Cataract Surgery

Cataract Surgery After-Care

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After surgery, you may feel a bit drowsy as an after-effect of the sedative. Your eye doctor will prescribe eye drops to prevent infection, inflammation and to reduce pressure within your eye. The surgeon may recommend that you wear an eye patch for a few days after your surgery and the protective shield when you sleep during the recovery period. Make sure to avoid rubbing your eyes or touching them unless necessary.

A day after cataract surgery, we'll provide a post-operative eye exam to make sure that all is well. Your Knoxville optometrist will further perform a series of follow-up exams in the weeks and months to come. If determined that you require corrective lenses following your cataract surgery, we'll make sure you get the proper prescription.


Cataract Surgery Management FAQs

What are side effects of cataract surgery?

While side effects are rare, there are some issues that people commonly encounter in the days after surgery, as the eyes heal.

  • Dry eye
  • Feeling that something is in the eye
  • Blurry vision
  • Light sensitivity

If any of these side effects do not subside within a week or two, please contact The Eye Group - Kingston Pike.

Can I delay cataract surgery

You can delay cataract surgery, but keep in mind that your vision will likely worsen the longer you put off the procedure.

When is cataract surgery not recommended?

Cataract patients who also have age-related macular degeneration or retinal detachment may not respond well to cataract surgery and the new lens may not correct vision.

Can cataract surgery give me 20/20 vision?

If you had great vision before developing cataracts, it’s likely that cataract surgery will restore your sight. Moreover, the IOL inserted into your eye can be designed to correct refractive errors, providing you with clear vision.

Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 15, 2024
Dr. Manning and his staff are great
- Nov. 14, 2024
I've been going to the Eye Group for two years now and the doctors and staff have been excellent!
- Nov. 04, 2024
Great experience. Staff very friendly and patient.
- Oct. 18, 2024
I was very impressed by the staff and doctor. They were professional, knowledgeable, and thorough.
- Oct. 09, 2024
Courtesy professional timely informative
- Sep. 18, 2024
Dr. Lain has taken great care of myself and late husband. Trust him and respect him.
- Aug. 28, 2024
Caring, Knowledgeable friendly staff.
- Aug. 10, 2024
Highly recommend Dr.Amburn, so thoughtful and a great listener. My new prescription has allowed me t... o see the best I have ever seen, I am extremely grateful.
- Jul. 20, 2024
A positive experience with all staff. They were informative, genuinely caring, knowledgable, client... centered, and attentive to my input and questions.
- Jul. 11, 2024
Caring professional group. Addressed my concerns completely and made me comfortable with my choices....
- Jun. 27, 2024
Customer service was outstanding. The staff are very knowledgeable and treat u with respect. Dr. A... mbrose was excellent, I have seen him several times and he is always on top of his game. I will always use the Eye Group.
- Jun. 15, 2024
I have been going to The Eye Group for 28 years. The doctors are thorough and thoughtful. The staff... has always been courteous and pleasant. If I have ever had an issue, they have gone above and beyond to correct it.
- May. 11, 2024
Dr. Lain takes time to consider my questions and answer them in a manner commensurate with my backgr... ound. He shows interest in me and asks about my family. Furthermore, he spends the necessary time with me to ensure I have the correct prescription for optimal eyesight. I also appreciate that he discusses improvements in eyewear and let's me make decisions about my vision needs after providing me with facts. I highly recommend Dr. Lain as an eye care physician and am blessed to have him as a friend.
- May. 05, 2024
Good time management.
- Apr. 29, 2024
Dr. Amburn is fantastic! Staff super friendly, as well.
- Apr. 28, 2024
Our family has been going to the Eye Group for years. We've always been very pleased with the care a... nd concern they show us, and we're a complicated group. I have dry eye, my husband has astigmatism, and my daughter has a kidney disease related eye condition, but we all have 20/20 with corrective lenses. I would recommend any of the doctors to take good care of you.
- Apr. 27, 2024
Always a good experience
- Apr. 13, 2024
Great care all questions answered. Dr Cross is great and caring provider. Thanks to Katie for being ... friendly and professional!
- Apr. 13, 2024
Making sure someone can still use their eyesight is a big weight to tote around. Rather it had been ... from an accident or just wear and tear overtime, we have always walked out feeling taken care of. Great Team guys... Keep It Up!!!
- Apr. 12, 2024
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