Cataracts are one of the most common causes of vision changes as we age. If your vision has become cloudy, dim, or blurry, you may be experiencing a cataract.
A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens inside your eye. Over time, proteins in the lens break down, leading to blurred or dull vision. Most patients describe cataract vision as looking through a foggy window or dim lighting.
Cataracts do not go away on their own; cataract treatment ultimately requires surgery to remove the cloudy lens and replace it with a clear artificial lens.
Cataract surgery is a type of lens replacement surgery where the cloudy natural lens is removed and replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). This restores clarity and can also correct vision issues like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
The most common method is phacoemulsification, where ultrasound energy gently breaks up the cataract before it is removed.
If you’re experiencing symptoms of a cataract (such as cloudy, blurry vision) or have questions about cataract eye surgery, our team is here to help.
Within two months, I had the needed cataract surgeries, and my vision is better than it has been in over 20 years.
Cataract surgeries were performed there with no complications. Very pleased with this clinic.
I was recently outsourced to this location from the VA due to the extreme backlog there. I was extremely glad to be referred here! They were extremely professional, service-oriented, and easy to work with as a patient.
Mesa, AZ
Physicians are top-notch and go above and beyond! By far the best experience I have ever had with an eye specialist and facility. The doctors really care about you as a person.
Phoenix, AZ
Southwestern Eye Center has been a trusted provider of cataract surgery in Arizona since 1982. Our experienced cataract surgeons combine decades of clinical expertise with modern technology to deliver safe, precise, and personalized care. We routinely care for patients with both routine and complex cataract cases, including those referred by other doctors. Our team stays at the forefront of cataract surgery advancements, offering both traditional and laser-assisted options, along with a full range of lens choices to match your vision goals. From your first consultation through recovery, our focus is simple: help you see clearly, feel confident in your care, and preserve your vision for the long term.
