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How long do cataract surgery results last?

In this post, Dr Matthew Russell from OKKO Eye Specialist Centre explains how long cataract surgery results last.

Your new lenses will last your lifetime. They’ll be with you for the rest of your days, giving you the same vision you got after you had cataract surgery.

Occasionally, you can develop a little scar tissue around the implant, which causes things to become that little less clear and sharp. This is not your cataract coming back. Once your cataracts are gone, they’re gone forever.

But, if you develop that little bit of scarring that can occur in anybody after cataract surgery – it’s easily treatable. This little scar can happen within a month, a year, or even ten years. Notwithstanding this relatively infrequent occurrence, which again is easily fixed, your vision is unlikely to change over your lifetime.

After cataract surgery, your new eyes will be with you forever.

If you’d like to know more about the services we offer to cataract patients in Brisbane, give us a call or book a consultation.

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"Very friendly and professional staff. Dr Russell is extremely informative and has a really positive presence. The doctor and all of the staff ensured all my questions were answered fully. I left the surgery feeling as if I’d been really well cared for."

Headshot of a beautiful middle-aged woman patient from OKKO Eye Specialist Center who has undergone cataract eye surgery.Suzanne Cooper

"The staff are all friendly and helpful."

Headshot of a senior female patient from OKKO Eye Specialist Center who has undergone cataract eye surgery.Alana Jenkins

"Dr Russell and the entire team should be commended for their genuine care and personal attention. They made every possible effort to explain and clarify the treatment required and made sure I was comfortable through the consultation treatment."

Headshot of a businessman patient from OKKO Eye Specialist Center who has undergone cataract eye surgery.Xerxes Meher

"Dr Russell is my hubby’s specialist for years. We love him. Such a kind person and always spends time to explain everything."

Headshot of a senior couple, patients of OKKO Eye Specialist Center, who have undergone cataract eye surgery.Zita Farczadi Kershaw

"Many thanks for your care and skill and a big thanks to all your staff for their friendly care and professionalism shown each time I have visited."

Headshot of a senior male patient from OKKO Eye Specialist Center who has undergone cataract eye surgery.Henry Ellison

"My wife came to see Dr Russell today and we wanted to say thank you to all the staff for the kind and professional service. We are also extremely grateful for Dr Russell’s generosity when it came to us paying for the consultation. We wanted to reach out and say thank you so much!"

Headshot of a senior couple, patients of OKKO Eye Specialist Center, who have undergone cataract eye surgery.Troy and Liana Todd

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About Brisbane’s Eye Specialist

A specialist ophthalmic micro surgeon, internationally trained retinal surgeon, medical retinal diseases specialist and cataract surgeon

Dr Matthew Russell, MBChB, FRANZCO

Brisbane Eye Surgeon

With a career that spans over 15 years, I have mastered the ability to achieve results that help patients regain their confidence and youthful energy.

When it comes to restoring the eye’s function, there is a world of choice available that most people miss. It is my responsibility as a specialist ophthalmic surgeon, to help you avoid the agonising anxiety and regret that comes with not knowing all your options.

I believe your lifestyle should dictate your vision, not the other way around. It’s my personal goal to align your vision with your lifestyle so that you can conquer life’s challenges and remain the version of yourself you most want to be.

Let me help you get your life back.