Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery
Patient Information - Denver and Fort Collins, CO
Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed procedures in modern medicine. Over recent years, implementation of microincisions and phacoemulsification allows modern cataract surgeons to perform no-shot, no-stitch, no-patch cataract surgery.
Now, the latest advancement in cataract surgery is here - blade-free, laser-assisted cataract surgery!
Femtosecond laser-asisted cataract surgery signifies a bold leap forward by removing the 'human factor' out of the equation and taking the safety and precision of modern cataract surgery to new heights. Femtosecond laser-asisted cataract surgery is a way of performing cataract surgery without a surgical blade. This laser technology has proven to not only reduce risks associated with traditional cataract surgery, but also to improve accuracy and efficiency of the procedure. Recent studies show that essential steps of the the procedure were several times more accurate than standard techniques.
The FDA approved Femtosecond Laser uses light energy to perform corneal incisions and anterior capsulotomies. Everyone has a unique structure to the eye, and the laser is custom-guided to perform these steps with the most accurate and precise results possible for each individual. Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery brings a greater level of accuracy, consistency, and safety to several critical areas of cataract surgery, including the formation of the capsulorhexis and corneal incision (both the cataract incision and astigmatic keratotomies) and conditioning of the lens prior to its extraction. FDA clinical studies on Femtosecond Laser capsulorhexis showed that the technique is significantly more precise than manual capsulorhexis. The capsulotomy is arguably the most critical step in cataract surgery, and improving the sizing, centration, and consistency of capsulotomy via automation is a great advance in cataract surgery. This procedure can also better manage astigmatism than traditional cataract surgery.
Currently, laser cataract surgery is not covered by insurance, which most often results in out-of-pocket expense for patients electing this procedure. The cost to patients varies according to condition, but is estimated to be between $800-$1000 more per eye. Fortunately, the majority of cataract surgery expenses are still paid for by insurance.
The Cutarelli Vision Promise
Dr. Paul Cutarelli is first and foremost concerned about what is best for you as his patient and strives diligently and with great care to achieve the goal of your best possible vision. We invite you to call us today for your personalized consultation.
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Cutarelli Vision Denver, Colorado Office 303-486-2020 Map and Directions 7887 E. Belleview Avenue, Suite 180 Englewood, Colorado 80111 |
Cutarelli Vision Fort Collins, Colorado Office 970-225-2300 Map and Directions 2105 Bighorn Road Fort Collins, Colorado 80525 |
Dr. Paul Cutarelli performs advanced technology diagnostic testing and treatment, as well as taking the time necessary to provide each patient with information needed to fully understand his or her condition and to achieve the best possible visual outcome.
Denver Location
- 7887 E. Belleview Avenue
Suite 180 - (East of I-25)
Englewood, Colorado 80111
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Fort Collins Location
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2105 Bighorn Road
Fort Collins, Colorado 80525
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