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What Is the Best Age to Get Cataract Surgery?

What Is the Best Age to Get Cataract Surgery?

Cataracts can start developing at any age; however, it is extremely unlikely that you will develop cataracts when you are young. On average most people begin to experience the symptoms of cataracts at around 60 years old. There is not necessarily a prime age to undergo cataract laser surgery, as everyone’s circumstance differs case by case. This is why we provide compulsory consultations with our leading eye health specialists who will help you determine the right treatment based on your needs.

What are cataracts?

Cataracts are the clouding of the lens in your eyes. Clouding can intensify over time, resulting in blurred or misty vision, and eventually lead to blindness.

This condition is typically age related; however, cataracts can be caused by injury or trauma to your eye’s lens. 95% of adults in the UK over 40 experience some form of vision impairment due to cataracts; and 30% of adults over 65 experiencing cataracts in one or both eyes.

How long should I wait for cataract surgery?

It is not always necessary to have cataracts removed if they are not causing any significant loss to your vision. However, if you are experiencing a serious loss in eyesight please note that it is never too late to get cataracts removed.

We recommend laser cataract surgery when your vision is impaired, but the cataracts are still immature. This results in easier treatment and a better recovery time; it also aids in your vision and helps to avoid further impairments to your eyesight. Discover the advantages and disadvantages of cataract surgery for more information.

How do I know if I need cataract surgery?

There are a few signs you can look out for that may signify that you are the right candidate for cataract surgery.

Some of the symptoms of cataracts include:

  • Occasionally blurred vision
  • A brown or yellow tinge to your eyes
  • Unable to see well in the dark or at night
  • Sensitivity to the light (meaning glare or bright lights is uncomfortable for your eyes)
  • You experience double vision

Please note that self-diagnosis is not recommended and the information above is a guide to provide information so you can visit a medical expert. If you are experiencing any of the aforementioned symptoms get in touch to visit an eye health specialist for an accurate medical consultation.

Visit LaserVision for Your Eye Surgery

Our team of surgical experts will help guide you to make the right choice based on your individual requirements and condition.

Contact us to book an appointment for a full consultation and find out more about cataract surgery and other laser eye surgery treatments.

fred chow
fred chow
2023-11-24
Mr Tappin, top consultant and trusted surgeon for your cataract!
Jason Green
Jason Green
2023-09-06
Professional competent advice and absolutely no pressure to make a decision. I could not have predicted how much this procedure has changed my life in such a positive way. Thank you team.
Lelita Baldock
Lelita Baldock
2023-07-25
Dr Tappin and the team at LaserVision were amazing. I underwent Lasik corrective surgery and the process could not have been smoother. I was guided through the process with care and professionalism throughout. My results have been outstanding. I could not have asked for more from the team at LaserVision and I am truly grateful for my new vision.
Robert & Gia Anderson
Robert & Gia Anderson
2023-06-08
Utterly professional and caring from start to finish. I was quite nervous about having laser but am so pleased with the results. There has always been someone to advise and support every step of the way and patient care and well being really is the priority here. Thank you for looking after me and my eyes so well.
NewestToad
NewestToad
2023-04-24
Really excellent level of care from Mr. Rakesh - great communication, excellent standard of care, no complaints whatsoever, top notch service!
Christina Cook
Christina Cook
2023-04-17
Mr Tappin and his team are very professional and efficient. The whole experience from beginning to end was done with ease. I highly recommend.
Amanda Thorsen
Amanda Thorsen
2023-03-10
Dr Jayaswal has been amazing and changed my life. He made me feel so comfortable and relaxed in his care at the first meet, to remembering me with a personalised greeting, calmly explaining the procedure and reassuring me all the way through the surgery. I couldn’t recommend him enough for Lasik eye surgery - I now have perfect vision, a real dream come true! Thank you so much!
Nikki Blake
Nikki Blake
2023-02-02
Fantastic process from beginning to end - professional yet incredibly personable. The professional team, especially Mr Tappin, made me feel at ease throughout and the surgery was a great success.
April Dansie
April Dansie
2022-12-22
I had lens replacement surgery. After being both short sighted and long sighted for decades I can now see near and far without glasses or contact lens. It really is amazing. The care was great and so far the recovery has been easy.
George Judge
George Judge
2022-11-03
Amazing service from start to finish, I had LASIK surgery in August this year after years of consideration I finally took the plunge and went for the surgery with Mr Tappin. Mr Mike Tappin and his team were brilliant from the consultation right through to the surgery and aftercare. Mr Tappin and his team were very reassuring throughout the surgery and put me at ease every step of the way. If you are thinking about having laser eye treatment or at the start of your journey with it, I would highly recommend seeing Mr Tappin and his team!
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