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Considering LASIK? What The Eye Doctor Wants You to Know

May 23, 2025

If you’ve been living with glasses or contact lenses and are ready for a lifestyle change, LASIK surgery might be on your mind. Reeve Woods Eye Center is here to provide you with expert insight into LASIK and what you should consider before undergoing the procedure.


Cataract Surgery Evaluation: What to Expect at the Eye Doctor

April 30, 2025

Cataracts are a common age-related eye condition that can significantly affect your vision and quality of life. Fortunately, cataract surgery is a safe and effective solution for restoring clear vision. If you’ve been referred for a cataract evaluation or suspect you may have cataracts, knowing what to expect during your visit to an ophthalmologist can help you feel more confident and prepared.


Advances in Cataract Surgery Technology: What Chico Residents Need to Know

March 31, 2025

One of the most common conditions we treat in our patients is cataracts—clouding of the natural lens in the eye that leads to blurry or dulled vision. Fortunately, cataract surgery has come a long way. If you’ve been told you have cataracts, you’ll be glad to know that today’s technology is safer, more precise, and more effective than ever before.


The Latest Advances in Cataract Surgery

February 27, 2025

Cataract surgery has come a long way in recent years, with new technologies enhancing both precision and patient outcomes. If you or a loved one are considering cataract surgery, it’s essential to understand the latest advancements that can improve vision and minimize recovery time.


How Long Can a Person Live Normally with Cataracts?

February 6, 2025

Cataracts are a common age-related eye condition that gradually clouds the natural lens of the eye, leading to blurry vision, glare sensitivity, and difficulty seeing at night. While cataracts can affect a person’s quality of life, they do not directly shorten life expectancy.


Cataract Surgery Recovery Timeline

January 3, 2025

Cataract surgery is one of the most common and effective surgical procedures performed today. While the prospect of surgery may feel daunting, understanding the recovery timeline can help ease concerns and prepare you for a smooth healing process. At Reeve Woods Eye Center, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.


What’s Your Risk Level for Developing Cataracts?

November 25, 2024

Cataracts are a leading cause of vision impairment and blindness worldwide, but they don’t develop overnight. This common eye condition often progresses slowly, making it crucial to understand your personal risk factors. The good news is that cataracts are treatable, and many of the risks can be managed with the right steps. At Reeve Woods Eye Center, we’re here to help you safeguard your vision by providing education, prevention, and treatment.


The Evolution of Cataract Surgery: A Brief History

October 25, 2024

Cataract surgery has come a long way from its early beginnings to the advanced, life-changing procedure we know today. As one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the world, cataract surgery helps millions regain clear vision. Understanding the history and evolution of this procedure provides insight into the incredible strides made in ophthalmology over the centuries.


The Incredible Benefits of Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery

September 30, 2024

Cataracts are a common eye condition that affects millions of people worldwide. As we age, the natural lens of the eye can become cloudy, leading to blurred vision, glare, and other visual impairments. Fortunately, cataract surgery has become an increasingly effective and advanced procedure, and one of the latest advancements in this field is Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery (LACS).


How to Choose the Best Eye Doctor for Cataract Surgery

August 31, 2024

Cataracts are a common eye condition that affects millions of people worldwide. They occur when the natural lens of the eye becomes cloudy, making it difficult to see clearly. Cataract surgery is the most effective treatment, where the clouded lens is removed and replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to restore clear vision.


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