Category: cataracts

Cataracts affect more than 24 million Americans every year. They are, in fact, not something that you can even prevent. They are more of an eventuality with aging. While you can prevent early development, cataracts happen to everyone with age. Keep reading to learn about some of the warning signs! Cataract Risk Factors Aging is… Read More

Ophthalmologist, Jonathan Frantz, MD, FACS, will be the first surgeon in Southwest Florida to implant the latest in Intraocular Lens technology, the PanOptixⓇ Intraocular Lens (IOL), the first and only trifocal lens for US patients undergoing cataract surgery.  This new trifocal lens approved by the FDA today provides enhanced image quality and a more comfortable… Read More

Cataract surgery improves your vision by removing the lens and replacing it with an IOL. But it’s not always a one-and-done deal. While it’s true that cataracts don’t “grow back” over time, you may develop a secondary cataract after the surgery. Keep reading to learn more about secondary cataracts and other kinds of cataracts! What… Read More

Frantz EyeCare is proud to announce its fourth annual Day of Giving Back – scheduled for Friday, October 4th- when deserving individuals will receive the gift of sight, compliments of Dr. Jonathan Frantz & Frantz EyeCare! This is the fourth year Frantz EyeCare has participated in Mission Cataract, a program that provides free Cataract Surgery… Read More

Making the decision to have surgery is never something you should do lightly. To get the best results possible, you may want to conduct some research on what to expect. Have cataracts? If your vision has become impeded, you’ll need cataract surgery. Like any other procedure, cataract surgery comes with its own risks, although they… Read More

Cataract Surgery Linked to Reduced Risk of Car Accidents With the number of older drivers on the roadways expected to explode in coming years, the question of when is the right time for a senior driver to hand over the keys to the car permanently because of diminished abilities becomes a more pressing matter. By… Read More

Getting ready for a surgery can be a daunting task. It can feel like there are a million things you need to prepare in advance. Even a procedure like cataract surgery needs some planning! Relax by checking out these six tips before cataract surgery! Figure Out Your Ride Situation Your vision will likely be blurry… Read More

Wondering When It’s Finally Time To Have Cataract Surgery? Did you know that you can function with cataracts in their early stages? Cataracts only need removal when they cause significant vision loss. Are you wondering when it’s finally time to have cataract surgery? The only way to tell for sure is to have an eye… Read More

Getting your cataracts removed? Want to know how to have the best cataract surgery experience and results from Frantz Eye Care in Cape Coral, FL? You’ve come to the right place! Cataract surgery may be one of the safest medical procedures, but there is still plenty that you can do to help minimize your recovery… Read More

Listen in as Dr. Frantz discusses cataracts and how getting them removed can help prolong your life. Escuche mientras el Dr. Frantz habla sobre las cataratas y sobre cómo extirparlas puede ayudar a prolongar su vida.