Table of Contents
- 1 How long does cataract surgery usually take?
- 2 Do you get put to sleep for cataract surgery?
- 3 How do they perform cataract surgery?
- 4 What happens on the first day of cataract surgery?
- 5 How long is the recovery time for cataract surgery?
- 6 How long do I have to wear eye shield after cataract surgery?
How long does cataract surgery usually take?
How long does cataract surgery take? The total process, from the time a patient enters the office to when he or she leaves, is about two and a half hours. The procedure itself typically takes less than 20 minutes.
Do you get put to sleep for cataract surgery?
Typically, patients are awake during cataract surgery. This eliminates risks associated with general anesthesia (where you are “put to sleep”) and enables Our Doctors to communicate with you during your procedure. You will be given an oral medication prior to the procedure to help you relax during your surgery.
How do they perform cataract surgery?
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What happens if you blink during cataract surgery?
The eye drops act as an anesthetic. As you blink, the drops spread over your eye, numbing the surface. This allows you to feel no pain or discomfort during the surgery. When the eye is completely numb, an instrument will be used to hold your eye open while the procedure is completed.
How long is recovery from cataract surgery?
The recovery time for cataract surgery is short. Any soreness and discomfort should disappear within a couple of days. However, depending on the nature and size of your cataracts, and your physiology and ability and heal, full recovery could take anything from four weeks to six weeks.
What happens on the first day of cataract surgery?
After the procedure After cataract surgery, expect your vision to begin improving within a few days. Your vision may be blurry at first as your eye heals and adjusts. Colors may seem brighter after your surgery because you are looking through a new, clear lens.
How long is the recovery time for cataract surgery?
How long do I have to wear eye shield after cataract surgery?
take it easy for the first 2 to 3 days. use your eye shield at night for at least a week.
What should you not do before cataract surgery?
You may be instructed not to eat or drink anything 12 hours before cataract surgery. Your doctor may also advise you to temporarily stop taking any medication that could increase your risk of bleeding during the procedure.
How long after cataract surgery can I sleep on my side?
Cataract surgery should not affect how you sleep, aside from wearing the protective eye shield to avoid rubbing the eye. Rubbing your eye or even water splashing in your eye can aggravate the chances of infection. You may also want to avoid sleeping on the side of the operated eye for the first 24 hours.