Getting Started with Laser Vision
If you are seeking a Manchester LASIK eye surgeon we are very happy to guide you through the path to better vision. New Hampshire Eye Associates has helped many eye care patients get the right vision correction to suit their personal needs. At NH eye, each patient is treated based on his or her unique set of visual requirements. It all starts by scheduling a consultation today to begin the process of determining your vision correction candidacy.
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In our Manchester based Optical Department you will find a variety of frames to choose from including designers such as Prada, D&G, Nine West and Fendi. With over 50 years of combined experience our NH state registered opticians are happy to discuss your personal optical needs and the latest lens technology to ensure that you will walk away with the perfect custom fit eyeglasses suited for your lifestyle.
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Find out if you are a candidate for LASIK eye surgery by clicking on the button below and completing the simple LASIK Self-Evaluation test. If you are seeking LASIK eye surgery in Manchester, New Hampshire please feel free to call us directly at (603) 669-3925. Our Manchester LASIK specialists are looking forward to helping you see your world clearly!
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Cataract patients now have multiple options to see at both near and far distances after cataract surgery! New multi-focal IOL technology can now decrease dependence on glasses after surgery. If you are seeking cataract surgery and IOL lens options in New Hampshire we have qualified surgeons waiting to help you see better at out Medicare certified ambulatory surgery center, NH Eye Surgicenter in Bedford, NH.
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About Cataracts
Cataracts occur as part of the normal aging process. Studies show that virtually everyone over age 65 has some cataract formation in their eyes! Cataracts can severely reduce your vision. At one time, cataracts were a leading cause of blindness in the world. But today, fortunately they can be treated. Modern surgical techniques, intraocular lens implantation and "same day surgery" make cataract surgery safe, fast and effective.
A cataract occurs when the normally clear lens of the eye becomes cloudy. As the cataract develops, the cloudiness no longer allows the lens to properly focus light on the back of the eye. This unfocused light causes the vision to look blurry or hazy. Development of cataracts has been associated with exposure to ultraviolet radiation. They are particularly prevalent in persons who spend a lot of time in the sun, such as fisherman. There is nothing you can do to prevent the formation of cataracts.
Treatment is indicated when decreased vision affects your everyday activities or hobbies. To determine how much your vision is decreased, your doctor should test you with a new test called contrast sensitivity. This test determines how much your everyday vision has been affected by the cataract.
Cataract surgery, in which the normal cloudy lens is removed, is now a very successful procedure. The most widely used technique is called phacoemulsification. A very small incision is made and a tiny ultrasonic probe is used to break up the cataract and gently suction it away. A clear membrane is left in your eye where an intraocular lens is placed (IOL). This IOL is necessary to replace the focusing power of the natural lens, which was removed. With insertion of an IOL, there is little need for thick cataract glasses and contact lenses that were used years ago.
Small incision surgery has several benefits. The procedure is very quick, sometimes taking less than 20 minutes. Also, recovery time is short. Patients are able to eat a light snack and drink immediately after the surgery. The results of the surgery are almost immediate. Most people notice an improvement in their vision soon after surgery. You will still need glasses to read after the surgery. Your new prescription is given several weeks after the procedure.
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