Cataracts form mainly due to ageing, long-term UV exposure, diabetes, smoking, or eye injuries. While cataracts cannot be fully prevented, wearing UV-protective sunglasses, controlling blood sugar, avoiding smoking, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can delay their progression.

A mature cataract means the lens has become fully cloudy, causing major vision difficulty. At this advanced stage, surgery is usually required so that your vision can be restored safely and effectively.

Most people start developing cataracts between ages 50–60. However, diabetes, prolonged steroid use, or heredity may cause them to appear earlier. Regular eye exams help detect cataracts at an early stage.

No eye drops or medicines can remove cataracts. Surgery is the only effective method to restore clear vision by replacing the cloudy natural lens with an artificial lens (IOL).

Surgery is recommended when cataracts interfere with everyday tasks like reading, driving, or recognizing faces. Your doctor will assess the stage of your cataract and guide you regarding the ideal time for surgery.

Before surgery, a detailed eye examination is done including vision tests, lens power measurements, eye pressure check, and retina evaluation. Your doctor will explain lens options and guide you through pre-surgery instructions.

Lens options include Monofocal, Monofocal Toric, Multifocal, and Multifocal Toric lenses. Each lens has different benefits for distance, near, and astigmatism correction. Your ophthalmologist will suggest the best lens based on your lifestyle and visual needs.

Your lens choice decides the quality of your vision after surgery. The right lens can reduce your need for glasses or completely eliminate them. It is one of the most important decisions for long-term visual comfort.

Many patients notice improvement within 24–48 hours. Full recovery and stabilization usually take a few weeks. Following the doctor’s post-surgery guidelines ensures faster healing.