Cataract Surgeon and Eye Care
Serving the Berkley, Detroit, Southfield and Birmingham, Michigan areas.
A cataract is a progressive clouding of the eye's natural lens. It is a gradual blurring of vision, usually described as looking through a piece of wax paper. This diminished vision affects quality of life. Cataract surgeon, Dr. Shanbom can quickly and easily restore both your vision and quality of life by removing your cataract in our on-site, state-of-the-art, Surgical Center.
Cataract surgery is among the safest of all surgeries, with highly accurate, precise outcomes. This no stitch, no patch eye care procedure is performed under topical anesthesia, and physical activity is minimally restricted postoperatively.
What's new in eye care cataract surgery?
Cataract surgery has undergone tremendous technological advances. New Premier IOL's, or lenses have been developed to decrease your dependency on glasses. The Multifocal lens can improve both distance and near vision.
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"Words cannot adequately describe the joy and excitement I feel after having my vision restored by cataract surgeon, Dr. Shanbom. A simple "thank you" seems too small in comparison, to the true gratitude and thoughtfulness that lingers in my heart towards you and your eye care staff. This experience is more than a blessing to me - it is a miracle." - Clorette
Since the lens of your eye is comprised of water and protein, the lens is see through and allows light to pass through. However, as we get older, the protein in your lens can stick together and start to blur the lens. This is the beginning stage of a cataract. Once the protein starts to cloud the lens, it can make it harder and harder to see over time. Cataracts can be very small or very large depending on the amount of protein that clumps together.
Three basic types of Cataracts
The first is a Nuclear Cataract. This particular cataract can be seen while it is forming in the center (Nucleus) of the lens. The cause of this type of cataract is due to the natural aging process.
The second type of cataract is a Cortical Cataract . This type of cataract forms in the cortex of the lens and grows from the outside of the lens towards the center. It, like a Nuclear Cataract, can inhibit sight. The Cortical Cataract is common among diabetics.
The third type of common cataract is a Subcapsular Cataract. This cataract starts its growth at the back of the lens. It is common for diabetics or individuals taking high doses of steroids to develop this type of cataract.
In the average person, a cataract can develop; yet not affect your vision. This is because it is so small at first. You may notice small changes such as colors may not seem as vivid, or your vision may be a little bit blurred or cloudy. You may notice at night, headlights and glare may seem to be more intense than before.
If you think you may have developed a Cataract, then contact Dr. Shanbom
today to schedule a confidential eye care consultation. There are
several treatment options available and by a comprehensive evaluation,
Dr. Shanbom can help you decide which procedure is best for you.
