Cataract Surgery

Cataract Surgery

What to Expect During Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery is an outpatient procedure that can erase years of poor vision. When you decide to move forward with the procedure, it’s normal to feel a little nervous. Our staff at Dakota Eye Institute understands this and will do everything we can to make you as comfortable and relaxed as possible. We can even prescribe relaxation medication if you need it. The main goal is that you feel 100% confident in our surgical abilities.

Cataract Surgery Day

We will ask that you arrive 1 hour before your surgery time to complete any necessary paperwork, give yourself time to relax and allow your cataract surgeon to perform one final check on your vision.

The replacement lens you choose will be permanent and will feel natural in your eye.

After Cataract Surgery in Bismarck

After you’ve relaxed in our pre-op area for a while and your doctor has visited you again, you can go home. You will need someone to drive you home after surgery so you can rest for the remainder of the day. Wear an eye shield while sleeping as your eye heals to avoid hitting or rubbing your eye.

Your vision may be a bit blurry at first and your eye may be itchy or irritated – this is normal. The prescription eye drops will help minimize discomfort. If you experience any pain or worrisome symptoms, contact our office immediately.

Only one eye is treated at a time. If you have cataracts in both eyes, your second eye can be treated after the first has healed.

Remember: not all cataracts must be removed right away. The best way to know if your cataracts are developed enough to warrant surgery is by scheduling a cataract evaluation with us. Our informative exam will shed new light on your eye health and will help you learn more about your options for vision improvement.

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Bismarck - South Clinic

200 South 5th Street
Bismarck, ND 58504

(701) 222-3937 Or (800) 344-5634
(701) 222-8805
HOURS
Mon: 7:30AM - 6:00PM
Tue: 7:30AM - 6:00PM
Wed: 7:30AM - 6:00PM
Thu: 7:30AM - 6:00PM
*Fri: 7:30AM - 4:00PM
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed
 *Summer Hours (May 24th - Sept 2nd):
   Fri: 7:30AM - 3:00PM

Bismarck - North Clinic

3119 North 14th Street
Bismarck, ND 58503

(701) 222-3937 Or (800) 344-5634
(701) 222-8805
HOURS
Mon: 7:30AM - 8:00PM
Tue: 7:30AM - 6:00PM
Wed: 7:30AM - 6:00PM
Thu: 7:30AM - 6:00PM
*Fri: 7:30AM - 4:00PM
*Sat: 8:00AM - 12:00PM
Sun: Closed
 *Summer Hours (May 24th - Sept 2nd):
   Fri: 7:30AM - 3:00PM
   1st & 3rd Sat of the month: Closed
   2nd & 4th Sat of the month: Open 8:00AM - 12:00PM

Dakota Eye Surgery Center

430 East Sweet Avenue
Bismarck, ND 58504

(701) 222-4900 Or (800) 344-5634
(701) 222-4999
HOURS
Mon: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tue: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
Wed: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
Thu: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
*Fri: 7:30AM - 4:00PM
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed
 *Summer Hours (May 24th - Sept 2nd):
   Fri: 7:30AM - 3:00PM

Linton Clinic

114 Broadway Street North, Suite 1
Linton, ND 58552

(701) 254-4450 Or (800) 344-5634
HOURS
Mon: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (Closed Noon-1pm)
Tue: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (Closed Noon-1pm)
Wed: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (Closed Noon-1pm)
Thu: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (Closed Noon-1pm)
Fri: Closed
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed
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