Optimizing the ocular surface to achieve full visual potential continues after surgery

Although it is always important to consider optimizing the ocular surface for all patients to improve their vision, it is of critical importance before cataract surgery. As has often been stated, cataract surgery is a form of refractive surgery. All our patients expect excellent postoperative results with clear and stable vision regardless of the type of lens implant we are using.

Garbage In, Garbage Out

I counsel my patients that an optimized ocular surface supports accurate preoperative measurements including refractions, keratometry, corneal topography, and biometry, and that with a healthy tear film and . . .