Cataracts
Cataract surgery replaces a cloudy natural lens with an artificial lens. Learn how cataracts affect vision and when a surgical discussion becomes relevant.
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Surgical Procedures: Patient Information
Understand your options, prepare thoughtful questions, and take an informed next step toward your vision goals.
This page offers general education about eye surgery. It does not establish that surgery is available on-site at Jewel City Optometry. Contact our office to confirm which evaluations and supporting eye care services we provide.
Your optometrist: Dr. Arlene T. Yepremian, O.D.
Explore common surgical pathways
Different procedures address different needs. Your eye health, prescription, and daily activities all matter when considering an option with a surgeon.
LASIK & PRK
These laser procedures reshape the cornea to reduce dependence on glasses or contacts. Candidacy depends on factors including corneal health and prescription stability.
Explore LASIK & PRKImplantable contact lenses
A surgeon places a lens inside the eye while leaving the natural lens in place. A detailed evaluation determines whether this approach fits your eyes.
Understand implantable lensesUnderstanding the procedure
Limbal relaxing incisions
Limbal relaxing incisions, or LRIs, are small incisions near the edge of the cornea. They change its curvature to reduce astigmatism—the uneven curvature that can cause blurred or distorted vision.
LRIs are sometimes performed during cataract surgery. They do not treat every type or degree of astigmatism, and glasses or other correction can still be needed afterward.
A decision led by your surgeon
Your surgeon evaluates whether LRIs are appropriate by reviewing:
- The amount and pattern of your astigmatism
- Corneal measurements and overall eye health
- Previous eye procedures and your healing history
- Your vision goals and other correction options
Ask how LRIs compare with alternatives, such as a toric lens implant during cataract surgery, and discuss risks including infection, irregular astigmatism, and under- or overcorrection.
Not sure where to begin?
Ask our office which eye care appointments are available and what information to bring about your surgical interests.
Bring these questions to your surgical consultation
You deserve clear answers before making a decision. Bring your current glasses, medication list, and any available eye care records.
- Expected benefits
- What changes in my vision are realistic for my eyes and the activities I value most?
- Limitations
- Will I still need glasses or contacts? What vision concerns will this procedure not address?
- Risks
- What complications and side effects should I understand, and how does my eye health affect my risk?
- Alternatives
- What other surgical or nonsurgical options fit my needs? What happens if I wait?
- Recovery
- When can I drive, work, and exercise? Who handles follow-up visits, and whom should I call with urgent symptoms?
- Costs
- What is included in the quoted cost? Which fees, follow-up care, or lens options are separate, and what does my insurance cover?
Clarify your care before planning surgery
Before assuming a referral or co-management arrangement, ask Jewel City Optometry about our actual role in your care. Confirm whether our office provides relevant evaluations, helps with referrals, or participates in follow-up for the procedure you are considering.
Your surgical team should explain who is responsible for each stage of care, including recovery visits and urgent concerns. A clear plan helps you know where to turn.
Jewel City Optometry
839 N Glendale Ave, Glendale, CA 91206