Cataract Surgery in Canton, Alliance & Canfield, OH

Innovative Cataract Surgery at Roholt Vision

What Are Intraocular Lens Implants?

The intraocular lens implants (IOL) used by RVI doctors are high-tech, FDA approved designs. The most common material for intraocular lens implants since 1953 is derived from a hard plastic called polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA). Now foldable PMMA (or acrylic) implants are used. Foldable silicone intraocular lens implants are also used and are safe and effective (this is not the same type of silicone used in breast implants). The doctors will take various factors into consideration when deciding which implant to place in your eye. All the implants are non-reactive with human tissue and hypoallergenic.

Roholt Vision Institute uses the Humphrey-Zeiss IOLMaster®, Lenstar® and the iTrace® eye analyzer, (a first in NE Ohio) and the Pentacam®. These technologies enable eye measurements for intraocular lens implants more accurate than those used previously. For more information, visit the Zeiss, Haag-Streit, Tracey, or Oculus website.

What Are My IOL Implant Options?

Now you must consider your choices for your intraocular lens implants. To help in your decision, ask yourself two questions: 1. Am I interested in the latest technology for my eyes, to get the best visual result? and 2.“Do I want to be less dependent upon glasses or is wearing glasses ok?”. Other than Basic Cataract Surgery, services may include the use of Zepto® to produce a stronger, more central lens opening to help in implant centration if Surgeon feels it will help.

1. Basic Cataract Surgery

This lens uses a single vision intraocular lens, which gives good vision. You will need reading glasses and possibly distance glasses. Medicare and insurance pay for basic intraocular lens implant surgery subject to coinsurance and deductible.

2. Light adjustable Lens (lAL)

The RxSightTM Light adjustable Lens (lAL) IOL is the newest (but FDA and clinically approved) lens capable or giving you the sharpest, HD vision without glasses. Night vision is excellent and Astigmatism can even be accurately reduced or eliminated.  It is adjustable after a 2-4 week period of healing during which UV blocking glasses are worn, after with the desired vision is “locked-in.”

The LAL is especially useful if you have had LASIK, PRK, RK, or other refractive procedures previously.

There is an additional charge that is not covered by Medicare or Insurance with the election of this CustomCorrection™  LAL package.

3. multifocal lens implants

We offer several multifocal lens implants, including CustomCorrection II, Multi-focal: Panoptics®, Symfony®, Tecnis® Crystalens®, Restor®. These intraocular lens implants usually allow patients to achieve both distant and near vision without eyeglasses. Each type has unique characteristics, and the doctors at RVI are skilled at implanting all. Dr. Roholt was one of the first implant surgeons in the Midwest involved in multifocal lens implant research in the early 90’s as an investigator in the Storz TruVista®.

Now the new advanced designs offer opportunities for glasses-free vision, and the many of these advanced lenses even correct for astigmatism. The disadvantage of the multifocal lens is a possible slight decrease of clarity in low contrast, or haloes with night driving, compared to single vision implants. There is an additional charge that is not covered by Medicare or Insurance, for election of one of these packages. For more information on these lenses visit: Acrysof Panoptix®Tecnis Symfony®, Tecnis Multifocal®, Acrysof Restor®,   www.crystalens.com

4. CustomCorrection I™

Advanced techniques such as Zepto®, LASIK, or PRK may be used in this refractive package.   This option corrects low degrees of astigmatism and refractive error allowing patients less dependence upon glasses after cataract surgery.  Generally, excellent uncorrected distance vision is obtained (requiring only reading glasses), or Blended Monovision (dominant eye distance with non-dominant eye blended for near vision).  Superior quality monofocal lenses are implanted, usually chosen for asphericity (corneal curvature) factors.

There is an additional charge that is not covered by Medicare or Insurance with the election of this CustomCorrection I™ package.

5. CustomCorrection A™

For individuals who have moderate to severe astigmatism, a special “Toric” or astigmatism-correcting intraocular lens implant (Acrysof®, Tecnis®, or Crystalens Trulign®) is used to achieve the same results as in CustomCorrection I™. The PanOptyx® or Symfony® Multifocal lenses also correct astigmatism. Medicare or insurance will not pay for this, only for the basic amount of the surgery.

6. CustomCorrection BlendVision

Patients sometimes prefer a BlendVision, in which the dominant eye is focused for distance, the other eye for near.  The ocular system “neuro-adapts” to this in a week or two for most people. This is usually combined with the CustomCorrection A™ or CustomCorrection  I™ procedure, since it is less expensive than CustomCorrection II, or RxSightTM LAL multifocal lens.

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What is the RxSight® Light Adjustable Lens?

Roholt Vision is one of the first centers in the Midwest to provide the RxSight Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) for their patients.  Originally developed for post-refractive (RK, PRK, or LASIK) patients, this amazing technology offers the opportunity to achieve clear, uncorrected HD vision, minimizing the use of spectacles or contact lens.  Astigmatism can be more accurately treated with the LAL. This lens has been in development for over 20 years, and can be used for treatment of cataracts, or in the case of refractive errors such as high myopia, hyperopia or astigmatism. It is an excellent choice for those with high visual demands, such as law enforcement, marksmen, pilots, athletes or those desiring precise vision.   Click here to learn more.

What Is Femtosecond Laser Cataract Surgery (FLACS or LCS)?

In 2011, femtosecond laser cataract surgery (FLACS) was introduced and is now promoted in many centers. The doctors at RVI have extensive experience with femtosecond laser cataract surgery, in fact Dr. Roholt was one of the first in the area to use this technology. Femtosecond laser cataract surgery is performed with a laser such as the LenSx™, Catalyse™ or others, which are used to make the incisions, open and soften the cataract, but has not been shown to improve the result of cataract surgery. As time passes and the laser technology improves, benefits may become more clear.  Because the extra cost is significant, and since Medicare and Insurance do not pay, almost all patients opt for CustomCorrection™ with advanced technology ZeptoTM, or the traditional, gentle ultrasonic PE method.

What Is ORA® & How Is It Used In Cataract Surgery?

ORA® is WaveTec’s “Intraoperative Wavefront Analyzer.”  Some surgeons use this device during cataract surgery to estimate the intraocular lens(IOL) power.  Although in some cases this may be helpful, the variables in surgery result in different positions of the IOL compared to the post-op, healed position.  The RxSight LAL has eliminated the need for this technology.

What Is ZEPTO™ Precision Pulse?

A new benefit in conjunction with ultrasonic cataract surgery method is the ability to use ZeptoTM Precision Pulse Capsulotomy.  One of the most important steps in cataract surgery or lens replacement surgery is the capsulotomy or capsulorrhexis. The natural human lens, or cataract, is enclosed by a thin, saran-like sac. This “capsular bag” must be entered and peeled away to remove the lens. Currently, there are three ways to accomplish this:  the traditional cataract surgery method uses small instruments to peel it open;  the Femtosecond Laser Cataract Surgery (FLACS) capsulotomy, and the latest innovation, the ZeptoTM Precision Pulse Capsulotomy.

ZeptoTM uses an electronic pulse to instantly create a perfectly round capsulotomy.  This is the ONLY method which uses the patient’s visual axis for centration, which helps intra-ocular alignment and accuracy. The edge of the capsule is congealed for increased strength, which to avoid complications such as tearing of the capsule edge. The ZeptoTM is even stronger than the traditional method, which itself is stronger than a FLACS capsulotomy (created by multiple rapid pulsations which cause an easily torn, serrated edge to the capsular opening). ZeptoTM is also less costly to the patient than FLACS! Go here or check out the video below for more information.

What is Refractive Lens Replacement (rLR)?

Patients with high degrees of myopia, hyperopia and/or astigmatism may not be candidates for LASIK or other refractive procedure.  Additionally, some people may have incipient or minor degree of lens opacity (early cataract) but don’t qualify for insurance coverage.  These patients may elect to have an intraocular lens performed as one of the above-listed procedures.  RLR is a non-covered, self-pay procedure.

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What Happens If I Get Secondary or “After-Cataracts” Following My Lens Implant?

A secondary cataract, or cataract re-growth, is a frequent occurrence after lens implant, lensectomy, or cataract surgery, and can occur within weeks after the original operation. This occurs even with perfectly performed cataract eye surgery. A YAG laser (Yttrium-Aluminum-Garnet) is used to open the wrinkled or fogged membrane behind the intraocular lens implant. This laser procedure takes five minutes and is painless. The secondary cataract will usually not recur. Performance of a YAG laser is more common with Multifocal implants (CustomCorrection IITM). With CC-IITM the YAG may be performed prior to a focusing procedure such as LASIK, PRK, or CK. Dr. Roholt’s practice was the first in NE Ohio to use the YAG laser. This treatment is NOT included in the cost of CustomCorrection™ and is billed separately to insurance or Medicare.

Does Cataract Surgery Require Stiches?

The incision into the eye is generally very small and is self-sealing, creating a “No-Stitch” incision. However, sometimes for safety’s sake, one or more sutures are placed to close the incision and, therefore, the “One-Stitch” procedure is used. In general, the cataract surgery is tailored to the individual.

What Type Of Anesthesia Is Used For Cataract Surgery?

The cataract surgery / lensectomy surgery is performed using anesthetic placed around the eye area and/or adjacent eyelids, or strong eyedrop “topical” anesthesia which causes complete loss of pain sensation. A short-acting sedative is also used to eliminate anxiety or discomfort.

Can Lens Implant Surgery Help With Focus Defects?

Myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness) and astigmatism (warped cornea) are all focus defects that can be improved by lens implant surgery with CustomCorrection™. The eyeglass lens power needed for the eye is incorporated into the lens implant. Astigmatism is caused by a distorted “spoon shaped” cornea. This visual defect can be reduced or eliminated using the RxSight LAL, or a toric lens implants as in CustomCorrection ATM, or through LASIK or other CustomCorrectionTM techniques. As physicians specializing in refractive surgery (correction of focus defects), the doctors at Roholt Vision are uniquely qualified to help you attain the best vision possible.

Is There Any Post-Care Required After Cataract Surgery?

Roholt Vision is one of the first centers in Ohio to offer the EZ-Drop™ method of antibiotic/steroid prophylaxis after cataract surgery. This greatly reduces the number of drops that need to be instilled. The risk of infection is also reduced compared to the conventional methods of multiple eyedrops.


Additional Cataract Surgery FAQs

How do I know if I need cataract surgery?

Cataract surgery is indicated when your day to day activities such as driving (especially at night), reading, seeing in dim lighting or during rainy days or nights or any reduced vision from glare are all indications that it may be time to have cataract surgery.

What age do you have to be to have cataract surgery?

Any age can have cataract surgery. No patient is too young or too old as long as they are healthy enough to have the surgery.

Who is a good candidate for cataract surgery?

A good candidate for cataract surgery includes anyone who has the potential for improved vision through cataract surgery, namely that the visual system is viable and the patient is healthy enough to have surgery.

How do I know which intraocular lens implant is best for me?

Your surgeon will discuss in detail which intraocular lens options are best for you, depending on your activities and your specific visual goals. Advanced options such as astigmatism correction and multifocal (bifocal) intraocular lenses may be utilized to minimize or eliminate your need for glasses altogether.

What restrictions will I have after cataract surgery?

You will be asked to refrain from lifting heavy objects (20 pounds) for 2 weeks and to avoid going underwater for 1 month.

Will I need new glasses after cataract surgery?

The power of the visual system will definitely change after cataract surgery so new glasses will likely be needed. Fortunately, following surgery most insurances will partially or fully pay for new glasses. But an even better option is taking advantage of the fact that RVI utilizes the newest technology for surgical techniques and intraocular lenses, and in most cases, can eliminate the need for glasses altogether.

Will I be put to sleep during surgery?

No, cataract surgery is typically performed with only local anesthetic.

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