Iridodonesis: What it is, How it Affects Vision, and Treatment Options
Iridodonesis is a slight, visible trembling of the colored part of your eye, the iris, that usually means the lens inside the eye is not as stable as it should
Category: Cataracts
Does Eye Color Affect Cataract Risk?
Several possible risk factors for developing cataracts exist, but the relationship between eye color and cataract risk is perhaps one of the most surprising. Evidence suggests that adults with darker
The Origin of the Lens Implant: Behind Modern Cataract Surgery
During World War II, British fighter pilots sometimes sustained eye injuries when the acrylic canopies of their aircraft shattered in combat. Remarkably, ophthalmologist Harold Ridley observed that the polymethyl methacrylate
How Much Does Cataract Surgery Cost? (2025)
Losing your vision can be scary, and a cataract diagnosis can be even more frightening. Cataracts happen when the lens in your eye becomes cloudy. Your lens focuses the light
5 Signs You May Need an Eye Exam
Clearer vision and healthier eyes start with a simple step: scheduling your exam. Your vision changes gradually over time, and sometimes the signs you need an eye exam aren’t obvious.
Understanding Cataracts and Today’s Advanced Solutions
One of the most surprising things about cataracts is how quietly they affect your vision. The changes happen so gradually over the years that they’re easy to miss. Many people