Cataract Surgery in Ladue

Cataract Surgery in Ladue

Offering Pre-Operative & Post-Operative Care

(314) 721-2720

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. Crown Vision Center - Ladue Crossing 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 Ladue 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 Crown Vision Center - Ladue Crossing.

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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- Nov. 18, 2024
Great service
- Nov. 13, 2024
They are the best at the Clayton location on Ladue I’m always going to go here!!! Florissant locat... ion is the worse!!!!
- Oct. 10, 2024
Great service, I recommend everyone bring their families for glasses, very welcome staff.
- Sep. 19, 2024
Love this location and everyone who works here. Very professional and never have any issues with my ... glasses. Dr. Dust has helped tremendously with getting the right prescription for me. Thank you to all.
- Sep. 02, 2024
Very easy process. Super friendly Staff. My experience was awesome
- Jul. 24, 2024
Every visit for me has been great. Dr. Dust is very thorough and cares about her patients. All the s... taff I've encountered have been wonderful. When respect is given, respect is shown.
- Jul. 18, 2024
Dr Dust and the staff at Crown Vision Ladue Road are kind and most accommodating.
- Jul. 18, 2024
The Doctor and staff were amazingly helpful and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend this loc... ation for all of your eye needs.
- Jul. 16, 2024
I enjoyed my experience at this store. Everybody was nice and respectful and made sure I got the bes... t deal. Thank you Crown Vision!!
- Jul. 08, 2024
Friendly service.
- Jun. 29, 2024
Our choice for vision eye-wear services.
- May. 15, 2024
Love this office, Doctor is knowledgeable and staff is very helpful!
- Apr. 23, 2024
Great service.
- Dec. 08, 2023
Dr. Dust has been fantastic! As a life-long "four-eyes", I can't remember an Optometrist ever takin... g as much time and care to get my prescription correct or ensuring my eyes' health that she has taken. What a great practice and practitioner.
- Oct. 29, 2023
I’ve been going to crown vision for over 10 years for my frames. The staff is amazing!!!!
- Oct. 23, 2023
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- Oct. 23, 2023
Dr.Dust and staff were amazing!! Highly recommend this vision center
- Sep. 28, 2023
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- Jul. 22, 2023
I brought my mother in for an eye exam. The OD, Dust, and the staff were all patient, helpful, and g... racious. This is a clear five stars for me.
- Jul. 06, 2023
Great first eye exam experience with all the associates & Dr. Dust. They explained every step of the... process in detail with the fitting of my new contact lense purchase !!

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Your Cataract Surgery Co-Management Specialist in Ladue

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Hours
  • Monday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • United Healthcare
  • Superior Vision
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  • Avesis
  • UMR
  • Care Credit
  • March Vision Care
  • Versant Health
  • Ambetter
  • Heritage Vision Plans
  • First Look Vision Network
  • Meridian Insurance
  • Essence Healthcare
  • Mo Health Net
  • Wellcare
  • Healthscope

Want to see clearly again?

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

(314) 721-2720

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