Cataract Surgery in Far West Side

Cataract Surgery in Far West Side

Offering Pre-Operative & Post-Operative Care

(210) 523-2020

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. EyeTX - Culebra 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 Far West Side 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 EyeTX - Culebra.

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.


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- Jun. 20, 2025
Was a great experience, the staff and Dr were very pleasant 😀
- Jun. 11, 2025
Great service! Knowledgeable and courteous staff.
- Jun. 07, 2025
Dr. Jessica Saldavar-Alvarez does thorough exam for vision and medical care of your eyes. The staf... f are friendly helping check you in and preparing for exam. They are glad to help with selection of frames and working with you on available options for eyewear -also help with insurance and promotions to get best value.
- May. 21, 2025
Outstanding experience from the check in, to the exams, to the check out. The staff and Dr. Alvarez ... are all top notch. Everyone, especially Wendy, were helpful, patient, professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely recommend this spot to all friends and family. Thank you.
- May. 16, 2025
Dr. Saldivar-Alvarez is extremely thorough and takes the time to explain everything about the eye ex... am. The entire staff is warm, welcoming, and very helpful! I would highly recommend going to Dr. Saldivar-Alvarez.
- May. 12, 2025
Great service
- Apr. 17, 2025
Thanks Richard for making adjustments to my glasses! What a relief
- Apr. 03, 2025
Appreciate the appointments start on time and the staff is attentive, knowledgeable and very nice.
- Mar. 04, 2025
Awesome eye place - excellent customer service and very well run
- Feb. 19, 2025
Great customer service. Prompt service of appointments.
- Feb. 06, 2025
The staff was very friendly, very respectful and courteous.
- Feb. 02, 2025
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- Jan. 13, 2025
These employees are so terrific. Friendly, efficient, knowledgeable! We will not go anywhere else!... And my grandson LOVES it that Dr. Mario works THERE! 😆
- Nov. 15, 2024
Everyone here is very professional and courteous. Dr. Green was very helpful and knowledgeable. I ... am glad to have come here for an exam and glasses.
- Oct. 20, 2024
Very kind, professional, and welcoming staff Thank you!
- Oct. 14, 2024
All employees very helpful and accommodating!
- Oct. 01, 2024
I was going back to the same place.I loved the way they treated me
- Sep. 21, 2024
Great service at the location. Friendly people.
- Aug. 29, 2024
Great team! Very polite! Quick in and out.
- Aug. 25, 2024
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Your Cataract Surgery Co-Management Specialist in Far West Side

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
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Want to see clearly again?

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

(210) 523-2020

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