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Seth William Meskin MD

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Comprehensive Ophthalmology
339 Boston Post Road, Orange, CT 06477
203-795-0766
cataract surgery
"Dr. Meskin did my cataract surgery in Milford at the surgery center. It was a very positive experience, and one day later, I am seeing better than ever. The hardest thing about recovering is remembering that I actually had surgery yesterday. I keep forgetting, because the result is so good. I am very grateful to him for all of his help and the gift that this surgery is to my life. It is wonderful to be able to see clearly again. It affected so much. He is a compassionate doctor who has excellent skills and truly cares about his patients. He answers your questions, and you don't feel rushed. The office staff is great, too. They take care of a lot of details in setting up the surgery, appointments, medications, consents, preop and postop instructions. They really are a very caring and compassionate as well as competent practice. Great teamwork, great doctor. I highly recommend him. "
November 30, 2017
2012-2017 Medicare Procedure Data
Number Performed: 716
Price Estimate: $2,800 - $3,200

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What is Cataract Surgery?

A cataract is a cloudy, dull area that develops in the lens of the eye, usually in people over the age of 55. It is sometimes linked to a deficiency in certain nutrients, especially lutein, zinc, and vitamin E. Cataracts can cause significant vision loss and even blindness. Cataract surgery is a procedure to remove the damaged lens and replace it with an artificial lens, making it possible to see clearly again.

Cataract surgery is a relatively simple surgery, performed under local anesthetic, which usually takes less than an hour. The ophthalmologist makes a tiny incision in the corner of the eye and removes the old lens. Then the new lens, which is permanent and made of plastic, is inserted. There are different kinds of replacement lenses available, just as there are different kinds of lenses for eyeglasses. Monofocal lenses are good for distance but will require the use of reading glasses for near vision. Bifocal lenses have different focal points for near and far vision depending on the angle at which you look through the lens. There are even adjustable lenses that can shift between near and far vision with the movement of your eye muscles.

If both eyes require surgery, usually the ophthalmologist does one eye at a time to allow your vision on one side to heal before performing surgery on the other. After surgery, you can typically go home right away, although driving is not recommended. There is not usually much pain, but you might feel an itching sensation for the first day or two as the incision in your eye heals. It may take several weeks for your vision to fully adapt to the new lens.