Cataract Surgery in Mesa

Cataract Surgery in Mesa

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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. Oasis Vision Center 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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Your Cataract Surgery Co-Management Specialist in Mesa

Our optometry practice in Mesa

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Nov. 23 Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Anthem
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross
  • MetLife

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.

Patient Reviews
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- Sep. 06, 2023
Dr. Pieper and her staff are friendly, professional and overall amazing. I recommend them 100%.
- Sep. 04, 2023
I SAW PEOPLE LOVE THIS LOCATION AND HAD TO SEE FOR MYSELF! I found: Attentive, professional, and pro... mpt staff. The office is clean and the doctor listens to you ramble on!! Lol. I recommend this location. PS- my contacts and glasses arrived within 2-3 days from each other. I waited about a week to get my stuff. 🥹 Other locations COULD NEVER! [For anyone saying this is a terrible location you are HATEFUL AND A KAREN/KEVIN. Move on.]
- Sep. 04, 2023
I moved to the east valley and needed to find a new eye care center. Oasis staff and Dr Pieper were ... friendly, efficient and went beyond my expectations. I’m so happy to have found them and been made to feel so comfortable.
- Sep. 02, 2023
Really nice staff, prompt intake process, great selection of frames. Definitely recommend.
- Sep. 02, 2023
Dr Pieper and Staff are very understanding and thorough. I’m so glad that I found them
- Aug. 09, 2023
Dr. Pieper is very knowledgeable, professional, and willing to take the time to answer any questions... you may have. The office is beautiful, and everyone that works there is friendly, very welcoming, and very helpful.
- Jul. 19, 2023
Shout out to the team over there at Oasis Vision! I've been going there for over ten years and appre... ciate their attention to detail, their patience and kindness. Plus, I trust Dr Pieper!! Good combo!
- Jul. 15, 2023
(Translated by Google) The attention was wonderful, I felt very comfortable, they looked for a perso... n who spoke my language and helped me with everything. Very professional. I recommend it! (Original) La atención fue maravillosa, me sentí muy cómoda, buscaron una persona que hablara mi idioma y me ayudó con todo. Muy profesionales. Lo recomiendo!
- Jul. 07, 2023
Thorough exam and diagnosis. Confident in results and recommendations.
- Jun. 24, 2023
Great customer service and very professional friendly staff.
- May. 29, 2023
Dr. Pieper is knowledgeable, professional, and engaging. I highly recommend her to anyone looking fo... r an optometrist. The staff at Oasis is excellent as well. Satisfying experience all around.
- May. 25, 2023
Great people, great service!
- May. 15, 2023
Excellent experience, couldn't have asked for better.
- May. 11, 2023
I very much enjoyed my time at Oasis, everyone there had a smile and was thoughtful and very informa... tive throughout. I’ve been to a few other places for my eye exams but Oasis definitely set my standards higher. They guided me through the process and made me feel valued. Thank you to everyone that helped me, I can’t wait to get my glasses!
- May. 01, 2023
The best vision center for an exam and glasses!
- Apr. 28, 2023
Dr. Doreen Ng delivered superb care without rushing and excellent referral to Arizona Retinal Consul... tants.
- Apr. 28, 2023
I can’t say enough about Oasis! Dr Pieper was amazing and the office staff was really fun! Andrew ... is hilarious and I am happy to say I won’t go anywhere else! Thanks everyone for helping me to get my new glasses.
- Mar. 31, 2023
Wonderful, caring service!
- Mar. 22, 2023
Friendly and knowledgeable staff. I’ve been going here for over fifteen years and would highly rec... ommend it.
- Mar. 17, 2023
I highly recommend Oasis Vision Center. I have seen many optometrists in my life as I began wearing ... glasses from a very young age. The staff at Oasis Vision are the most compassionate, knowledgeable, and helpful in the business! I needed to get my eyes 20/20 in order to achieve my dream of flying and Dr. Marci Pieper took the time to really dial in my prescription like no other had previously done for me. Thank you!

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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 Mesa 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 Oasis Vision Center.

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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