3.Type of Surgery: Extracapsular
With this, your surgeon makes a slightly larger cut to try to remove the lens in one piece. This type is typically used when the cataract is very cloudy because that can make it harder to break up with phacoemulsification. But your surgeon may still use phaco to get rid of any remaining bits of the lens.
4.Laser-Assisted Surgery
Your doctor may use a laser instead of a scalpel (small knife) to do your surgery. Your doctor can use it to fix certain vision problems (such as astigmatism) making it more likely for you to be less dependent on glasses after surgery. In addition to making cuts in the cornea, the laser also can help soften the cataract so it’s easier to take out. Your surgeon can use it to fix certain vision problems, too. One thing to keep in mind: Insurance policies don’t cover the «upgrade» to laser-assisted cataract surgery, so it typically costs much more than traditional surgery.
