Cataract Surgery in Thornton

Cataract Surgery

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Don’t Let Cataracts Cloud Your Vision

Over 50% of people aged 65 and older have a cataract in one or both eyes. As the cataract progresses, vision deteriorates, leading to a decreased quality of life. Fortunately, cataract surgery can easily treat this condition.

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What Are Cataracts?

Cataracts are cloudy patches that develop on the lens of your eye. Cataracts can cause blurred or double vision, may increase light sensitivity and interfere with driving, especially at night. Without cataract surgery, millions of people around the world would be unable to see clearly.

The most common symptoms include:
  • Blurred or double vision
  • Trouble seeing at night
  • Sensitivity to glare
  • Colored halos around lights
  • Colors appearing more faded
  • Requiring brighter light for reading

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When to Get Cataract Surgery

As we evaluate your eye health and vision, we'll carefully examine your lens for signs of cataract formation. If a cataract is detected and the clouding is causing visual disruption, our optometrist will refer you to a trusted surgeon for cataract surgery. EyeCare Specialties of Colorado - Thornton will be there for you, providing pre and post cataract surgery care.

As the condition begins to seriously impair your vision and adversely affects your daily life, impacting your ability to read, drive, watch TV or recognize faces, you should seriously consider surgery.

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • VSP
  • Spectera

Benefits of Cataract Surgery

  • High success rate

    Cataract surgery, one of the world’s most commonly performed surgeries, has a 95% success rate.

  • Quick and convenient

    This procedure can take just 30 to 45 minutes in an outpatient setting or hospital.

  • Prevents other eye problems

    Removing cataracts can reduce the risk of eye inflammation and pressure inside the eye–a leading cause of glaucoma.

  • Rapid recovery time

    Patients start seeing more clearly within a few days. Colors may seem brighter thanks to the new, clear lens.

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- Mar. 31, 2023
Just very friendly awesome staff and service
- Mar. 28, 2023
Excellent service
- Mar. 25, 2023
This is one of the best experiences I’ve had for an eye exam. Front office staff was super friendl... y, as well as the physician. She took the time to explain all the findings of the exams, and to make sure I was comfortable with the plan moving forward. Recommend 100%.
- Mar. 23, 2023
I love this place. The staff is exceptional. I haven't been here for a few years and the doctor stil... l remembered me and where I worked and little things about my life. The front of house staff is so so friendly and ran around forever with me to find my perfect pair of glasses. They were real and got me my best deal. Big thumbs up
- Mar. 01, 2023
Kindly staff interactions made my day. I so appreciate all the kindness and professional informatio... n and advice given. Thank you!
- Feb. 21, 2023
went in last year- was so impressed- dr hieb relates with me --- the staff could not have been mo... re helpful! so i went again willlingly this year! they have great equipmnt- no drops --- soooo friendly -- great choices of eye wear i reccomend them for entire family
- Feb. 17, 2023
A positive atmosphere with friendly people.
- Feb. 14, 2023
Great experience at Eyecare Specialties of Colorado. Dr Stacey Hieb was very thorough with my exam a... nd my prescription is spot on. She even found the perfect frames for me, which was a first. The staff was very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable and a joy to interact with. I highly recommend the Thornton office.
- Feb. 10, 2023
Amazing service and professional! Cindy is fantastic and we go out of our way to go to this locatio... n even with several places closer to us. Highly recommend!
- Feb. 05, 2023
Best eye care I have received
- Jan. 19, 2023
The staff is amazing! My 9 year old son was nervous about his first exam but they were all wonderful... and helped calm his nerves. I've been going there for years and would definitely recommend this office!
- Jan. 17, 2023
I would 100% recommend this place. The doctor and all their staff are super friendly and are very k... nowledgeable!
- Jan. 15, 2023
Such a great experience!
- Jan. 09, 2023
Great experience.
- Jan. 01, 2023
So very clean, and a very welcoming staff. I was greeted with smiles and felt valued instead of brus... hed off while checking in. The doctor was kind and she really cared about my eye concerns. I found my new eye doctor!!!
- Dec. 30, 2022
I was treated VERY kindly and the appointment was MORE than I expected. Dr Hieb made me feel like a... MILLION bucks! She was very sweet, friendly and funny. The staff went out of their way to make sure that my insurance was appropriately billed for me to get my maximum benefits! We have already scheduled another appointment for my husband! Thank you all so much for making this experience a GREAT one!
- Dec. 27, 2022
Great customer service and very knowledgeable. They are using the latest and greatest technologies t... o diagnose your eyes. I’ve been coming here for over 15 years.
- Dec. 12, 2022
Wonderful staff and experience to be apart of. Thank you all so much.
- Dec. 12, 2022
EyeCare Specialists at Mission Trace in Thornton,CO are fantastic people who really care about their... patients. I love Dr. Hieb is the best eye doctor in Colorado!
- Dec. 09, 2022
I’ve been going here since I was 14 years old and I’m now 20, and I still love going here for my... eyes. Always welcoming, very polite staff. I’ve never had a problem with scheduling or getting my glasses from them.

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How to Prepare for Cataract Surgery

  • Apply antibiotic or anti-inflammatory eyedrops a few days before surgery if instructed to by your eye doctor
  • Arrange for a ride after the surgery, since you won’t be able to drive
  • Wash your face in the morning of the procedure and don’t wear eye makeup, strong perfumes or aftershave

What Happens During Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery removes your natural cloudy lens and replaces it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to improve and restore vision. This common and very safe procedure is performed by an eye doctor (ophthalmologist) on an outpatient basis.

  • The eye surgeon (ophthalmologist) will perform cataract surgery on one eye at a time. That means that you will come in for another surgery on the second eye. The procedure is brief and typically takes 30 to 45 minutes to complete.
  • The eye doctor will place drops into your eyes to numb them and dilate your pupils. Though you’ll be conscious during the procedure, you may be offered a sedative to help you remain calm. The eye surgeon will then remove your natural lens and replace it with the IOL. You should feel no pain or discomfort thanks to the anesthetic.
What Happens During Cataract Surgery

Cataract Surgery After-Care

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After surgery, you may feel a bit drowsy as an after-effect of the sedative. Your eye doctor will prescribe eye drops to prevent infection, inflammation and to reduce pressure within your eye. The surgeon may recommend that you wear an eye patch for a few days after your surgery and the protective shield when you sleep during the recovery period. Make sure to avoid rubbing your eyes or touching them unless necessary.

A day after cataract surgery, we'll provide a post-operative eye exam to make sure that all is well. Your Thornton optometrist will further perform a series of follow-up exams in the weeks and months to come. If determined that you require corrective lenses following your cataract surgery, we'll make sure you get the proper prescription.


Cataract Surgery Management FAQs

What are side effects of cataract surgery?

While side effects are rare, there are some issues that people commonly encounter in the days after surgery, as the eyes heal.

  • Dry eye
  • Feeling that something is in the eye
  • Blurry vision
  • Light sensitivity

If any of these side effects do not subside within a week or two, please contact EyeCare Specialties of Colorado - Thornton.

Can I delay cataract surgery

You can delay cataract surgery, but keep in mind that your vision will likely worsen the longer you put off the procedure.

When is cataract surgery not recommended?

Cataract patients who also have age-related macular degeneration or retinal detachment may not respond well to cataract surgery and the new lens may not correct vision.

Can cataract surgery give me 20/20 vision?

If you had great vision before developing cataracts, it’s likely that cataract surgery will restore your sight. Moreover, the IOL inserted into your eye can be designed to correct refractive errors, providing you with clear vision.


Want to see clearly again?

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