The eye works similar to a camera. Light enters the eye through the pupil, and passes through a lens that focuses the images onto the retina at the back of the eye. A cataract is a clouding of the typically transparent lens inside the eye. Cataracts are the most common cause of blurred vision in those over the age of fifty.
The most common symptom of cataracts is blurry vision. Cataracts do not cause pain, tearing, redness of your eyes, or irritation. They also typically cause haze, a change in the vibrancy of colors, or increased problems with glare. Your vision may change slowly over a period of years or it may be months. You may not notice this decrease in vision at first, but it will become increasingly evident when trying to do daily activities. The best way to know whether or not your vision changes are caused by cataracts is to visit Eyesight Ophthalmic Services for a cataract evaluation.
Eyesight Ophthalmic Services is Northern New England's leading provider of eye care for both adults and children. Our skilled staff of ophthalmologists & optometrists can be seen at any of our four convenient locations in Portsmouth, Exeter, Somersworth and Kittery. When you visit Eyesight, you know that your vision is in the hands of some of the finest specialists in New England.
Recent advancements in intraocular lens technology now allow cataract patients to choose a multifocal IOL. These lenses can allow your vision to focus clearly at multiple distances, reducing the need for other visual aids after cataract surgery. At Eyesight Ophthalmic Services, we offer these advanced lenses to allow you to have greater visual freedom after cataract surgery:
Our cataract surgeons will be happy to discuss special lenses and what they can do to help your vision after cataract surgery.
“Your eyesight is irreplaceable, and Eyesight Ophthalmic Services treats you accordingly. Their highly talented medical professionals treat you with competence and respect. I am enjoying perfect eyesight now after two cataract operations. I couldn't be more satisfied. Thank you!”
- Richard
“I had cataract surgery at Eyesight Ophthalmics. The staff made me comfortable and explained everything that would happen so I didn't have any surprises. And the results of the surgery were even better than I thought they would be! I highly recommend these professionals for all your eye care.”
- Robert
“Excellent customer care. Thorough evaluation of my eye needs and upcoming cataract surgery. Dr. Goldblatt is very detailed in his explanations.”
- Irene
155 Borthwick Avenue, Suite 200 East
Portsmouth, NH 03801
192 Water Street
Exeter, NH 03833
267 Route 108
Somersworth, NH 03878
99 US Route 1 Bypass, Suite B
Kittery, ME 03904
155 Borthwick Avenue, Suite 200 East
Portsmouth, NH 03801
291 Shattuck Way,
Newington, NH 03801