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Pre-surgery assessment and eye measurements
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Cataract Surgery
Clear Vision with Safe Lens Replacement
Cataract Surgery in Singapore
Cataract surgery is a safe and commonly performed eye procedure that removes the eye’s cloudy natural lens and replaces it with a clear artificial lens, helping restore sharper vision and reduce glare or haziness. In Singapore, cataract surgery is performed according to established healthcare standards, ensuring patient safety, clinical effectiveness, and appropriate post-operative care.
At Eagle Eye Centre, cataract surgery is performed by experienced ophthalmologists using modern surgical techniques and personalised intraocular lens (IOL) options, guided by a comprehensive pre-surgery assessment.
What is cataract surgery?
Cataract surgery involves removing the eye’s natural lens when it becomes cloudy due to ageing or other factors. The cloudy lens is replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL), allowing light to focus properly on the retina and restoring clearer vision.
Quick facts about Cataract surgery
Day surgery procedure performed under local anaesthesia
Removes cloudy natural lens and replaces it with a clear artificial lens
Most patients experience vision improvement within days
Both eyes are usually treated on separate days
Performed by trained ophthalmologists at Eagle Eye Centre
Quick facts about Cataract surgery
Components of Cataract Surgery
Phacoemulsification
Phacoemulsification is the most common cataract surgery technique, using ultrasound energy to break up the cataract before removal. In selected cases, femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery may be used to enhance surgical precision.
What happens during the treatment?
Treatment process timeline
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Step 1
Pre-surgery assessment and eye measurements
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Surgery day: lens removal and IOL implantation
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Post-surgery recovery with prescribed eye drops
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Follow-up reviews to monitor healing and vision
What happens during the treatment?
Treatment process timeline
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Surgery day: lens removal and IOL implantation
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Step 3
Post-surgery recovery with prescribed eye drops
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Step 4
Follow-up reviews to monitor healing and vision
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Am I a candidate for cataract surgery?
Cataract surgery may be recommended if cataracts are affecting daily activities such as reading, driving, or recognising faces. Your ophthalmologist will assess your eye health, visual needs, and overall suitability during a detailed consultation.
Recovery & aftercare
Most patients notice clearer vision within a few days. Mild discomfort or light sensitivity is common initially. Patients are advised to use prescribed eye drops and attend follow-up visits as scheduled.
Frequently asked questions
Cataract surgery is generally safe and effective. While the cataract itself does not return, some patients may develop posterior capsule opacification, which can be treated with a simple laser procedure.
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Schedule an eye check up
If you are considering cataract surgery, our ophthalmologists at Eagle Eye Centre will assess your condition and recommend a suitable treatment plan. Book a consultation to take the first step towards clearer vision.