Cataract Surgery in Commerce City

Cataract Surgery in Commerce City

Offering Pre-Operative & Post-Operative Care

(720) 499-8349

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

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. North Range Eye Care 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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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.


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 Commerce City 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 North Range Eye Care.

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.

Patient Reviews
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- Oct. 04, 2024
BLUETIFUL & KNOWLEDGEABLE STAFF, they blew my eye balls mind..I was very impressed with care & optio... ns they offered…but if you need your eye balls massaged, it’s the perfect place… oh you don’t know what that feels like, guess you need to get over there & experience eye ball care & love… but that’s just how I felt..well how about you be their guess & find out for yourself….
- Oct. 01, 2024
Providers are knowledgeable, thorough, and took time to explain my condition. My new prescription ... is working well, and I will be back again whenever I need eye care.
- Sep. 25, 2024
Friendly and competent staff with a welcoming environment. Definitely recommend!
- Sep. 15, 2024
Great customer service from the staff. You can easily tell they care about their clients, I would re... commend them to everyone,
- Sep. 13, 2024
Dr. Hite is excellent. He takes his time, doesn't rush your appointment, and answers questions with... thoughtfulness and informed feedback. Also, the personnel at the front desk are enjoyable, helpful and establishing an appointment and answering questions, and made me feel valued.
- Aug. 15, 2024
Great service and staff. Very kind and professional which made my appointment easy
- Jul. 14, 2024
I've been going here for years. Really appreciate them knowing my eye history. And having a plan mov... ing forward. Friendly and professional.
- Jun. 25, 2024
Love love love this optometrist. I love my contacts and their glasses selection is good. You’re ... able to get all your needs met in one place. Customers service is excellent and they care for you and your family.
- Jun. 06, 2024
Great staff and care!
- May. 25, 2024
The Best!!!! I love the doctor's and team. They are all very kind, knowledgeable and empathic. I'm a... lways greeted with a smile and a warm greeting when I come in. The doctor's are outstanding and the best I've ever experienced. The office is cute, clean and there are tons of beautiful glasses to purchase for men and woman. If your reading this review and looking for the best of the best-look no further. I love this team.
- May. 22, 2024
Dr. Hite and his staff go above and beyond expectation.
- May. 13, 2024
Very friendly professional and overall every time I have an appointment I have the best experience.
- May. 10, 2024
Great place to have you eye care taken care of. Friendly people, easy scheduling and great facility....
- May. 05, 2024
The people are super nice and the place was spotless.
- Apr. 19, 2024
Very professional office, the staff is pleasant.
- Apr. 15, 2024
This office is my all-time-favorite eye office! The staff is always incredibly friendly and helpful,... and the doctors are attentive and caring.
- Apr. 11, 2024
Very good.
- Apr. 09, 2024
Great service, very professional
- Apr. 06, 2024
Very satisfied with their staff and facility. They make you feel like you are the only patient ther... e during your appointment.
- Mar. 29, 2024
This is my 4th year in a row going to them. I have never had a bad experience there. Everyone is sup... er friendly and very professional. Plus, they never try to push any procedure and/or product on you. I will keep going there for as long as I can!

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Your Cataract Surgery Co-Management Specialist in Commerce City

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Friday Closed
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
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  • TriWest
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  • Child Health Plan Plus

Want to see clearly again?

Contact us today for pre-operative and post-operative care

(720) 499-8349

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