IS DROPLESS CATARACT SURGERY A SAFER OPTION? “The Dropless Cataract Surgery method is very safe,” said Dr. Frantz. Numerous studies have shown that the dropless method of cataract surgery is, in fact, safer than other options. A large study done in Europe showed that the dropless method decreased the risk of infection to 1/5 that of surgery using eyedrops. The dropless procedure reduces the risk of infection and retinal swelling comparable to using eye drops. Dropless Cataract Surgery also reduces the chance of side effects from the eye drops. WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR DROPLESS CATARACT SURGERY? “Dropless cataract surgery is an option for most patients that need cataract surgery,” said Dr. Frantz. A cataract evaluation with a dilated eye exam and a few other tests is all that’s needed to determine if dropless cataract surgery is the best choice for you. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF DROPLESS CATARACT SURGERY? In addition to the added convenience, many individuals also report a significant cost savings. “We are always looking for opportunities to improve patient experience and ‘dropless’ cataract surgery certainly delivers.” said Dr. Frantz. *Tri-Moxi is a combination of antibiotics and an anti-inflammatory drug. FACT Typical cataract surgery prescription eye drops can cost $300 to $500 per eye. In contrast, if patients qualify for dropless cataract surgery at Frantz EyeCare, it is rare for them to pay for ANY prescription eye drops. 33