Cataracts are a very common vision condition and a normal part of the aging process. As we age, proteins begin to clump together inside the eye’s natural lens, causing it to become cloudy and discolored. This causes light rays to scatter inside the eye instead of focusing directly on the retina – creating hazy, blurred vision and faded, dull colors. Typically, cataract surgery is required to treat cataracts. During cataract surgery, your surgeon will replace your natural lens with an artificial lens, which will restore your vision.
For the bronze package, an artificial lens replaces your natural lens providing you with high quality distance vision, only. You will still need glasses to ensure optimal vision at near and possibly distance. Customized vision is not available in this package.
Silver
The silver package like the bronze package gives you high quality distance vision, but it also corrects your astigmatism. With additional preoperative measurements and intraoperative measurements, we are able to better customize your vision decreasing your dependence on glasses in the distance. You will still need glasses to see up close.
Gold
The gold package includes all the benefits of the silver package, but with the addition of a presbyopia correcting lens. This gives you the best chance for spectacle independence in the distance and near, customizing your vision to fit your needs.
Witnessing the impact of vision restoration by cataract surgery is what inspired Dr. Risch to become an Ophthalmologist. He specializes in surgical Ophthalmology and has performed more than 9,000 cataract operations since coming to The Eye Center in 2015. Dr. Risch understands the changing needs of the cataract patient population and meets the needs of his cataract patients with modern techniques such as the implantation of Advanced Technology Intraocular lenses.
Dr. Kevin Toller
MD, FAAO
Dr. Kevin Toller brings with him over 24 years of experience in providing patient care. To date, he has performed over 15,000 cataract surgeries! Dr. Toller has extensive experience in a wide variety of difficult cataract surgeries and is proficient at IOL placement and lens selection for toric, multifocal, and toric multifocal lenses. Dr. Toller is certified with the American Board of Ophthalmology.
The Cataract Surgery Process
Evaluation First you will be set up for a cataract evaluation and measurements with the surgeon.
Set a Date
Our surgery coordinators will review your insurance benefits with you and set a date for your surgeries, surgery for each eye is performed on separate days.
Day of Check In
Plan to check into our surgery center at your surgery time so we can complete any final paperwork and get you ready for surgery.
Pre-Op
You’ll be directed into our pre-op suite so we can apply medicated eye drops and a local anesthetic to prepare your eye. We also provide relaxation medicine.
The Procedure
The actual procedure will take about 30 minutes. Your doctor will break up your cloudy lens and gently remove it.
Lens Insertion
A predetermined clear replacement lens (or IOL) is inserted into the eye.
Post-Op
We will take you back to the recovery suite to receive your post-operative instructions. You will get your post-operative eye drops.
Recovery
Then you can return home to rest or nap. Taking the prescribed eye drops will aid in the healing process and help prevent infection. Follow-up visits will be scheduled prior to your surgery to ensure that your eyes are healing properly.
Testimonials
What Our Patients Say
“I have been very pleased with my cataract surgery performed by Dr. Risch. I have a new freedom now to explore and live life without glasses.”
Roy S.
“Had cataract surgery by Dr. Toller in both eyes - very pleased and thankful to him! Quick and painless procedure with fast results. Highly recommend.”
Robin G.
“My husband would recommend Dr. Toller to anyone interested in having cataract surgery.”
Teresa
“Dr. Risch was kind and sensitive and had my best interests at heart. We are fortunate to have him in our medical community.”
M. Dotson
“My experience with The Eye Center was exceptional. I strongly encourage anyone considering having cataract surgery to consult with Dr. Risch and you will be satisfied that you did!”
Mildred R.
“I had cataract surgery last month and am so happy that I can see so well. Never thought everything would go so well. I can see far and near and all the colors are so bright. Dr. Risch is the best. Kind, gentle, caring and skilled. I recommend him to everyone!”
Kathie
“Almost immediately after having ICL surgery I was amazed at how clearly I could see thanks to Dr. Toller, I have better vision than I ever have.”
K.J.
“I was so happy when Dr. Risch told me about the option of the trifocal IOL. It's the best thing I've ever done for myself. I had 20/20 vision the day after each procedure. It's amazing and I highly recommend it! You are worth it!”
J. Long
“I love my new eyes! Dr Risch is the best. I was surprised when he personally called me back to check on me several weeks after my cataract surgery. I only grab readers for the very tiny print medicine bottles and very low lighting to read. I totally recommend The Eye Center and loved having Dr. Risch as my surgeon. He is the best!!”
Anna
“My husband and I recently had cataract surgery. Dr. Risch is friendly, confident, and caring. We highly recommend him to others.”
Barbara and Wayne B.
“My husband and I saw Dr. Toller in his Fayetteville, AR office yesterday. We drive one and a half hours to see him since his move to The Eye Center. He is a very capable Ophthalmologist. Have been going to him for 13 years and cannot say enough good things.”
Elain
“From the preop to surgery and even my follow-ups, every step of the way has been smooth sailing for us because of Dr. Toller and his staff.”
Husband and Wife
“I would recommend Dr. Toller to anyone who is looking to have cataract surgery or any other eye surgery, I think he is the best.”
