Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery provides an effective, minimally invasive way to remove cataracts and preserve your vision. At Fremont Eye Center, board-certified ophthalmologist and eye surgeon Ho Sun Choi, MD, customizes cataract surgery to each patient’s needs. He offers monofocal, toric, and multifocal lenses, ensuring each individual receives the personalized care they require. To schedule a cataract surgery consultation, call the Fremont, California, office today or click the online booking feature.

What is cataract surgery?

Cataract surgery is an outpatient procedure that removes your eye’s natural lens and replaces it with an artificial one. A healthy lens is clear, but cataracts make it cloudy. Replacing your natural lens can restore that clarity and make it easier to see. 

Dr. Choi performs cataract surgery in the office. Once he finishes the procedure, you don’t have to stay in the hospital, but you’ll need someone to drive you home. 

Who should consider cataract surgery?

Deciding to undergo cataract surgery is a personal decision, but it’s worth considering if you’ve been diagnosed with cataracts and they affect your daily routine. That’s especially true if you have:

• Trouble driving
• Difficulty reading
• Struggles cooking, cleaning, or doing other routine tasks
• Cataracts that occur alongside other eye conditions, such as macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy

If you’re weighing your options, meeting with Dr. Choi can help. After a comprehensive eye exam, he can make personalized treatment recommendations.

Are there different types of cataract surgery?

Dr. Choi performs several types of cataract surgery, including:

Routine cataract surgery

This type typically takes 10-15 minutes per eye. Dr. Choi administers numbing eye drops, makes a small incision in your eye, removes the cloudy lens, and replaces it with an artificial one. 

Depending on your vision history, he may recommend monofocal, toric, or multifocal lenses.

Complex cataract surgery

This type typically takes longer and is often recommended to people with a history of eye conditions or trauma. The procedure is similar to routine cataract surgery, but often uses different tools, such as rings and hooks, to provide additional support.

Dr. Choi spends time getting to know each of his patients so he can understand what’s most important for their lifestyle and vision. He then customizes cataract surgery to meet those needs.

What is recovery like after cataract surgery?

Following cataract surgery, it’s normal to experience blurry vision, itching, and mild discomfort. You may need to wear an eye patch or protective shield for the first 24-48 hours. Dr. Choi may also prescribe special eye drops or other medication to prevent swelling and lower eye pressure.

Many people can return to work and other routine activities within a few days, but it may take up to a week or longer. 

To see if you can benefit from cataract surgery, make an appointment at Fremont Eye Center today by calling the office or by clicking the online booking tool.