Eye Surgery Center of San Francisco is proud to offer refractive cataract surgery using the LenSx® laser for our Cataract surgery patients. It is one of the most significant eye surgery advancements of the last 50 years. Patients now have the option of choosing a computer-controlled, bladeless cataract laser to take care of some of the critical steps in the cataract surgery procedure. Compared to the traditional method where a miniature scalpel is used to create incisions, this new method allows the surgeon to create incisions with femtosecond laser pulses. The LenSx® laser also breaks apart the cloudy cataract lens and creates a perfect size capsulotomy. The LenSx® uses integrated optical coherence tomography (OCT) which captures precise, high resolution images of the patient’s eyes. This allows the surgery to be 100% customized. Laser assisted cataract surgery is precise, predictable, reproducible and safe. Ask your doctor if you are a candidate for this revolutionary procedure.
LenSx® Laser Cataract Surgery involves the use of guided laser energy to perform many aspects of the procedure. Some of the benefits include:
- Precision – allows our eye surgeons to remove cataracts with greater precision and accuracy
- Customization – the laser is meticulously guided according to the unique anatomy of your eye
- Elimination of Scalpels – the laser can perform the incisions required without using diamond micro scalpels
- Astigmatism Correction – the laser is known for its remarkable control of astigmatism and overall vision outcomes after cataract surgery
- Reduction of Energy – the laser can help soften and prepare the cataract for removal, further protecting the delicate internal eye structures
Medicare and private insurance typically cover some of the costs of laser-assisted cataract surgery. However, there may be out-of-pocket expenses involved, including for imaging associated with advanced technology lenses. For more information on LenSx® Laser Cataract Surgery, please contact one of our eye-care practitioners to schedule your consultation.
