Helping You See Life More Clearly
Cataracts are one of the most common age-related eye conditions and one of the most treatable. While they often develop gradually, cataracts can eventually interfere with your daily activities, affecting everything from driving to reading and enjoying time with loved ones.
Our team is here to help you navigate every stage of cataract management, from early detection and lifestyle guidance to personalized referrals for cataract surgery. Our focus is on protecting your vision, empowering your choices, and supporting your long-term eye health with attentive, compassionate care.
If you’ve noticed changes in your vision or simply want peace of mind, we’re here to help. Book your appointment today, and let’s prioritize your eye health.
What are Cataracts?
Inside each of your eyes is a natural lens that helps focus light onto the retina, allowing you to see clearly at different distances. Over time, proteins in the lens can begin to break down and clump together, causing the lens to become cloudy. This clouding is known as a cataract.
Cataracts usually develop slowly and are a normal part of aging. In fact, most people over 60 will experience some degree of cataract development. However, early diagnosis and ongoing care can help you manage symptoms effectively and determine when surgery may be beneficial.
Symptoms of Cataracts
Cataracts may begin with subtle changes in your vision. As they progress, you may notice:
- Frequent changes in your eyeglass prescription
- Blurry, hazy, or cloudy vision
- Difficulty seeing at night or in low light
- Faded or dull colours
- Sensitivity to light and glare
- Halos around lights
- Double vision in one eye
Risk Factors for Cataracts
While age is the most common cause, several other factors may increase your risk of developing cataracts:
- Long-term use of corticosteroids or certain medications
- Diabetes and other chronic health conditions
- Family history of cataracts
- Smoking or heavy alcohol use
- Excessive UV exposure (sunlight)
- Previous eye injury or surgery
Cataract Treatment & Co-Management
In the early stages, cataracts can often be managed with brighter lighting, anti-glare lenses, and frequent updates to your glasses or contact lens prescription. But when vision loss begins to interfere with your daily life, such as reading, driving, or recognizing faces, cataract surgery may be recommended.
At Legacy Eye Care, we offer cataract co-management, which means we work closely with trusted local ophthalmologists to coordinate your care before and after surgery.
Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is a safe and effective outpatient procedure that replaces your clouded natural lens with a clear, artificial intraocular lens (IOL). The results can be life-changing, restoring clarity and contrast to your vision.
At Legacy Eye Care, we provide:
- Ongoing post-operative care to support a smooth recovery
- Cataract evaluations and diagnosis
- Lifestyle-based treatment planning
- Pre-operative testing and referral to trusted surgeons
Book a Cataract Assessment Today
Whether you’re just starting to notice vision changes or are ready to explore surgery, we’re here to help you every step of the way. Our caring team at Legacy Eye Care is committed to protecting your vision and helping you maintain a clear, comfortable view of the world.
Contact us to schedule your cataract exam today and get the peace of mind you need.
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- Email: reception@legacyeyecare.ca
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Legacy Eye Care
- #119-3003 43 Avenue
- Stony Plain, AB T7Z 0H4
- Phone: 780-968-9665
- Fax: 780-968-9611
- Email: reception@legacyeyecare.ca