Cataract Surgery in Angel's Triangle

Cataract Surgery in Angel's Triangle

Offering Pre-Operative & Post-Operative Care

(915) 751-7760

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. El Paso EyeCare 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 Angel's Triangle 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 El Paso EyeCare.

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 Specialists

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- Mar. 04, 2025
Staff and Doctor were professional and helpful. Overall a great experience.
- Mar. 02, 2025
Wow! The whole process was simple from filling out all forms online to a phone call from the office ... staff going over what is covered with your eye insurance. It gets better though, such a friendly, professional staff. You are taken care of all around, from the ladies doing the pre-test exam to the eye wear. Dr. Patel is such a wonderful, caring eye doctor, and shows his concerns if you have any troubles with your eyes. This has been the best eye care center I have been to. My husband and I are very pleased with everyone and we will be continued patients with El Paso EyeCare.
- Mar. 01, 2025
Great parking, awesome team Neily helped and she was great. Really 5 star business. Dr.Des is also a... mazing and so helpful.
- Feb. 25, 2025
Well, purchased a defective frame and had a hard time . But over al, l they handled it great and too... k good care of of 👀 👓 🙏
- Feb. 13, 2025
Had my first experience at El Paso EyeCare recently, and have to say everything has been 5 stars so ... far. It was easy to schedule my appointment online, they even called me with an earlier option. The front desk staff was super friendly and helpful, and Dr. Des was awesome. He took his time with the exam, and was very thorough and answered all my questions. I had a lot of fun picking out my new glasses with the optician! All around an excellent experience - they def deserve the great reviews. Highly recommend!
- Feb. 08, 2025
Timely appointments and knowledgeable staff. Very nice place and helpful
- Feb. 02, 2025
Always friendly & amazing
- Dec. 07, 2024
Highly recommend El Paso Eye Care. The entire process was efficient and quick. The staff and Dr Des ... were incredibly welcoming. I received my contacts and glasses in less than two weeks with a holiday. Will be back in a year.
- Nov. 22, 2024
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- Nov. 12, 2024
First time here, great experience, from front desk, to techs to Dr. Dez! Highly recommend! Super fri... endly, approachable and knowledgeable.
- Nov. 08, 2024
It was fast the place was clean and staff were attentive and quick
- Oct. 13, 2024
Nice clean location. Fast in and out service.
- Oct. 11, 2024
Dr. Dipak Patel is excellent, he really knows about my problem and helped me to understand better wh... at needs to be done.
- Oct. 01, 2024
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- Sep. 16, 2024
Nice place and clean. staff really friendly and great fast service
- Sep. 15, 2024
Very friendly and professional!
- Sep. 09, 2024
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- Aug. 21, 2024
I always have a good doctor visit when I go to El Paso EyeCare and I’ve been going there for years... now. A nice office with nice people! Danny helped me complete my visit and helped me get a great frame for a great price! Thanks Danny!
- Aug. 21, 2024
El paso eyecare was excellent they met all my eyecare needs.
- Aug. 19, 2024
It was a good experience I had an eye exam that was very thorough. The staff was friendly and atten... tive.

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Your Cataract Surgery Co-Management Specialist in Angel's Triangle

Our optometry practice in Angel's Triangle

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Hours
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Spectera
  • Superior Vision
  • Davis Vision
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

Want to see clearly again?

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

(915) 751-7760

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