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December 26th, 2011
Recovery from cataract surgery is generally quick and free of any complications. Immediately following your surgery, your eye will be covered with a protective shield to help prevent the risk of infection, and to give your eye time to recover. This shield will need to be worn during sleep for the first 2 days to help prevent damage to your eye.
In addition to an eye shield, you will need to follow New York cataract surgeon, Dr. James R. Kelly’s advice, making sure to:
- Use your prescription eye drops
- Wear sunglasses when going outdoors for a few days
- Avoid heavy lifting or strenuous exercise for a few days
- Keep the eye area clean
Taking these simple steps will help ensure a prompt and satisfactory recovery.
Results
The healing period for cataract surgery is usually very rapid. After this initial recovery period, most patients report excellent results. This can include improvements from removing cataracts such as better night vision, and a reduction of glare, but can also include better vision in general, allowing many patients to enjoy a life free from prescription glasses.
Your results will vary depending on your particular vision difficulties. The experienced New York cataract surgeons at Kelly Laser Center will discuss what you can expect during your initial cataract surgery consultation.
If you have questions about cataract surgery and live in or around New York City, Long Island, or Manhattan, New York, please contact Kelly Laser Center to schedule an initial consultation today.
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December 23rd, 2011
Cataract surgery at our comfortable New York office is done as a quick, outpatient procedure. Before your procedure begins, eye drops will be administered to dilate your pupil, and local anesthetic will be used to make the surgical area sufficiently comfortable. You may also be given a sedative prior to your surgery to help increase your comfort.
Removing Cataracts
New York City ophthalmologist, Dr. James R. Kelly, MD, utilizes ultrasound energy to break apart your cataract, and make lens removal easier. Once a small incision has been made, a tiny probe will be inserted into your eye allowing one of our eye surgeons to direct ultrasound onto your lens, breaking the lens into easily removable pieces. Once removed, an intraocular lens will be placed into the empty lens capsule.
The entire procedure generally takes less than 15 minutes and one eye is corrected at a time. If you have cataracts in both eyes, as most patients do, you will need to return to our office within a few weeks to have your other eye operated on.
If you live in or around New York City, Long Island, or Manhattan, New York and would like more information about what to expect during cataract surgery, please contact the eye doctors at Kelly Laser Center to schedule an initial consultation today.
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December 20th, 2011
Like any surgical procedure, cataract surgery comes with some risks and complications. These risks are rare, and most can be treated without any difficulty. However, knowing your risks before committing to a surgery is always in your best interests.
Cataract Surgery Risks
The risks of cataract surgery include:
- Swelling or inflammation
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Retinal detachment
- Glaucoma
- Secondary cataract
Experienced Long Island cataract surgeon, Dr. James R. Kelly, MD, takes every possible precaution to help ensure a safe and successful cataract surgery. But there is never a guarantee against complications which may require additional surgical procedures to treat.
Cataract Surgery Benefits
For a large majority of patients, the benefits of cataract surgery far outweigh the risks. When left untreated, cataracts can lead to a loss of vision, and cataract surgery remains the only treatment.
By removing your natural lens and replacing it with an artificial lens, you not only eliminate the cataract, but prevent future cataracts from occurring. In addition, lens replacement surgery has proven to be effective at correcting a range of common vision disorders, leaving several people who have had cataract surgery with vision that exceeds their pre-surgery acuity, helping lessen their dependence on prescription eyewear.
If you are interested in learning more about cataract surgery in or around New York City, Long Island, or Manhattan, New York, please contact Kelly Laser Center to schedule an appointment with one of our eye doctors today.
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December 15th, 2011
The symptoms of cataracts will vary from patient to patient. Long Island cataract surgeon, James R. Kelly, MD, will listen carefully to your vision problems, and preform a thorough evaluation during your regularly scheduled eye exams to determine if cataracts are beginning to present a problem for you.
Cataract Symptoms
Common symptoms of cataracts include:
- Cloudy, fuzzy, or foggy vision
- Difficulties seeing in low light conditions
- Glare sensitivity
- The appearance of halos around lights
- Double vision
- A loss of color intensity
- Difficulties discerning shades of color
- Difficulties seeing shapes against a background
- Frequent prescription eyewear changes
If you notice any of these symptoms, you should contact one of our experienced ophthalmologists as soon as possible. Left untreated, cataracts can lead to loss of vision. The sooner we can detect your cataracts, the faster we can perform cataract surgery and help prevent future vision difficulties.
Cataract surgery is a safe, effective, and permanent solution for cataracts. Making regularly scheduled eye examination appointments remains the most effective way to detect cataracts before they become a serious issue.
If you live in the areas of New York City, Long Island, or Manhattan, New York and are suffering from the symptoms of cataracts, please contact Kelly Laser Center to schedule an initial consultation with one of our eye doctors today.
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December 12th, 2011
Lens replacement surgery remains the only way to treat cataracts. Cataracts are a condition in which the natural lens of your eye becomes cloudy. Left untreated, cataracts could eventually lead to blindness.
Treating Cataracts
Long Island eye surgeon, Dr. James R. Kelly, MD, preforms cataract surgery with the use of advanced, superior intraocular lenses (IOLs.) The IOLs available through our office include:
These IOLs both have benefits that will be discussed with you during your cataract surgery consultation.
To perform lens replacement surgery, Dr. James Kelly will make a small incision in your eye through which your cloudy lens will be removed. Once removed, your natural lens will be replaced with an IOL, eliminating the risk of future cataracts, and providing long-term vision correction.
Lens replacement surgery is a safe and effective method for treating cataracts. During your initial consultation, Dr. Kelly will help you determine the best time to consider this procedure.
If you are suffering from cataracts in or around New York City, Long Island, or Manhattan, New York, please contact Kelly Laser Center to schedule a lens replacement surgery consultation with one of our eye doctors today.
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December 7th, 2011
Why choose Crystalens®?
When you suffer from cataracts, the way to protect yourself from poor vision is with artificial lens replacement surgery. When it comes to lens replacement surgery, you have several options. One of the newest, most exciting options is Crystalens®. Because Crystalens® flexes with your eye movements, it is capable of providing a much better range of vision.
What makes Crystalens® different?
Some intraocular lenses are made with steps that allow you see over a variety of distances. The advanced technology of Crystalens® works with the muscles in your eyes, allowing the lens itself to bend and adjust light in the same manner as your natural lens. In this way, clear vision both far and near may be achieved.
What results are typical from a Crystalens® procedure?
The two year clinical trial required for FDA approval showed that 88 percent of all people with Crystalens® could see better at a range of distances. 96 percent achieved vision of 20/20 at arm’s length, 98 percent achieved vision of 20/25 or better at a distance, 73 percent achieved vision of 20/25 at near distances, 100 percent could see objects close up, and 98 percent could pass their drivers tests without glasses.
Are the results from Crystalens® permanent?
If you have cataracts removed, they will not return. One of the primary benefits of artificial lenses is that they are immune to future clouding, making them a permanent solution for removing cataracts.
During your initial consultation, Long Island cataract surgeon, Dr. James R. Kelly, MD, will discuss the benefits of Crystalens® and other options to help you make the best decision for your eyes.
If you have questions about Crystalens® in New York City, Long Island, or Manhattan, New York, please contact the eye doctors at Kelly Laser Center for more information.
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November 25th, 2011
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant composed of eight compounds called tocopherols and tocotrienols. These compounds work to fight free radicals in the body that can cause damage ranging from premature aging to cancer. In addition, studies have found that the antioxidants in vitamin E are capable of helping prevent cataracts by as much as 60 percent and reducing the risks of age related macular degeneration by 25 percent.
How to Get Vitamin E
The USRDA for vitamin E is 22.5 I.U. daily. Fortunately, many delicious foods are high in vitamin E, making supplementation often unnecessary. Foods with the highest concentrations of vitamin E include:
- Enriched cereal
- Sunflower seeds
- Almonds
- Spinach
- Hazel nuts
- Mixed nuts
- Avocados
- Peanuts
Of course, you can also supplement your diet with vitamin E pills. This is particularly important for smokers and breastfeeding mothers who require a higher intake of vitamin E.
Long Island eye doctor, James R. Kelly, MD, can discuss diet and visual health with you during your regular eye examinations, and help you determine if you are getting an appropriate amount of this important nutrient.
If you live in or around New York City, Long Island, or Manhattan, New York and would like more information on nutrition and eye health, please contact the ophthalmologists at Kelly Laser Center to schedule an appointment today.
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November 22nd, 2011
Myopia, more commonly known as nearsightedness, is a condition in which objects close up are clear, but objects at a distance are blurry or indistinguishable. This common vision disorder may be genetic, more common in people who are born with eyes that are elongated or with steep corneas.
In the past, treatment for myopia has relied primarily on prescription glasses or contact lenses. These solutions can provide greater visual clarity, but may also be burdensome, and interfere with your lifestyle. With advancements in vision correction surgery, Long Island LASIK surgeon, Dr. James R. Kelly, MD, can provide you with a customized solution that will free you from prescription eyewear, and permanently correct your distance vision.
LASIK for Myopia
There are a number of options for LASIK surgery. Depending on the thickness of your cornea, we may recommend traditional LASIK, custom LASIK, or blade-free LASIK. All of these options are capable of reshaping your cornea and providing vision of 20/20 or better.
During your initial LASIK consultations, Dr. Kelly will carefully evaluate your eyes, and help you determine the best solution for your vision needs.
If you live with myopia in New York City, Long Island, Manhattan, New York, or surrounding boroughs, please contact Kelly Laser Center to schedule an initial LASIK consultation today.
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November 18th, 2011
Glaucoma, known as “the silent thief,” affects nearly three million people in the United States, and is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. There is no cure for glaucoma, making prompt detection and treatment necessary to prevent future vision problems. During your regular vision examinations, New York ophthalmologist, James R. Kelly, MD, will check for early signs of glaucoma, and suggest the treatment option most suited to meet your needs.
LASIK and Glaucoma
Glaucoma cannot be treated with LASIK, and must be dealt with before any vision correction treatment is considered. It is not impossible for a patient who has undergone glaucoma surgery to have further vision correct preformed, but glaucoma may present some unique difficulties with other types of refractive surgery.
The New York and Long Island LASIK surgeons at Kelly Laser Center will discuss your options for LASIK surgery, taking into account all eye conditions you are currently experiencing. If LASIK is not an option for you, we will work with you to find the solution that meets your unique needs.
If you are suffering from glaucoma in or around New York City, Long Island, or Manhattan, New York, please contact the eye doctors at Kelly Laser Center to discuss your options for treatment today.
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November 15th, 2011
Fat gets a bad rap these days, but did you know that fat is actually an essential part of your diet? Essential fatty acids like omega-3s are necessary for the healthy production of muscles, nerves, and organs. They are also necessary for proper cell function, blood pressure and heart rate regulation, and the prevention of blood clots.
Essential Fatty Acids and the Eyes
In addition to the necessary function fatty acids play in your body, they play an important role in maintaining visual health. Omega-3 fatty acids have been linked to proper vision development in children, but continue to be necessary as we age.
Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to reduce your risk of:
Some studies have found that people with the highest concentration of omega-3s were as much as 30 percent less likely to experience age-related vision disorders. However, because your body cannot produce its own omega-3s, it is important to know what foods to eat in order to increase your intake.
Foods High in Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- Cold water fish
- Flaxseed and flaxseed oil
- Walnuts
- Dark leafy greens
Wild-caught cold water fish provides the most easily digestible form of omega-3s. If you are not a fan of fish, you can supplement your diet with fish oils in both pill and liquid form. The most important thing is that you shoot for at least seven grams of omega-3s every week. This will help keep your eyes, and body, healthy.
If you would like more information on diet and visual health, please contact Kelly Laser Center to learn more. Our Long Island eye doctor, James R. Kelly, MD proudly serves men and women in New York City, Long Island, and Manhattan, New York.
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