Cataract Surgery in St. Louis

Cataract Surgery in St. Louis

Offering Pre-Operative & Post-Operative Care

(314) 352-5367

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. Crown Vision Center - Mackenzie 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 St. Louis 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 Crown Vision Center - Mackenzie.

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.


Meet our Cataract Surgery Co-Management Specialist

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- Mar. 25, 2025
Awesome staff
- Mar. 06, 2025
Love this place the staff and the services. Highly recommend
- Feb. 17, 2025
Crown Vision is the way to go! This location takes great care of me and my mother every year. We hav... e been going to this location for over 5 years and I highly recommend you give them a try! The best in Town! Thank you Crowns for always taking care of us and providing extraordinary services! Continue to thrive in your purpose! - Jermon
- Feb. 16, 2025
I came in for an eye exam. They worked quickly and were friendly. I didn't need new glasses, and t... hey didn't pressure me.
- Jan. 24, 2025
I had a terrific experience here!
- Jan. 09, 2025
i would highly recommend Crown Vision Center - Mackenzie for your yearly eye exam. Staff is welcomi... ng, knowledgeable and helpful in making eyewear selection. Facilities are clean and displays have easy access to eyewear styles.
- Jan. 07, 2025
Consistently great service! The staff is knowledgeable and always so helpful. I won’t go anywhere ... else!
- Dec. 31, 2024
Super friendly and very helpful. The ladies helped my daughter with frames as I was getting my eyes ... checked. We both had exams and frames picked out and ordered in less than an hour. With a preteen, it felt like the biggest win of the day!
- Dec. 20, 2024
Lauren was friendly, knowledgeable, and willing to help. The store looked clean and uncluttered. I w... ill return when I need glasses. I will recommend Crown Vision Center - Mackenzie.
- Dec. 13, 2024
Pleasant knowledgeable friendly and professional to sunny Laura and Marsha thankyou for your service... that's my spot and will recommend highly
- Oct. 16, 2024
Lauren at the front desk was amazing. The doctor was sweet and fast. It was just a quick eye exam. E... veryone was very nice and very helpful. I definitely recommend this place
- Oct. 16, 2024
Super efficient service & super friendly staff
- Oct. 06, 2024
I had to get contacts and crown vision was recommended to me by a friend. The staff and Dr were very... friendly and professional. The office itself was clean and well kept.
- Sep. 29, 2024
Had to get contacts and glasses and Dr. Alexa Kojima and her staff were so professional but mostly k... ind and friendly. I would recommend this office to anyone.
- Sep. 20, 2024
Excellent service, best fit I’ve ever had and thankful I had eye insurance cause glasses are ridic... ulously expensive!
- Sep. 15, 2024
The Dr. and staff are great! They have no problem answering my questions. I usually work with Sunni,... and she is the best!!! Highly recommend!!!!!
- Sep. 14, 2024
Prompt, caring, friendly service.
- Aug. 23, 2024
Great visit!
- Aug. 07, 2024
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- Jul. 31, 2024
Dr. Kojima is patient and kind. The customer service was excellent.

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Your Cataract Surgery Co-Management Specialist in St. Louis

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  • Monday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
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Want to see clearly again?

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

(314) 352-5367

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