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There are two types of cataract surgery: phacoemulsification and extracapsular surgery. Phaco uses a small incision on the side of the cornea, and a small probe is placed in the eye and lets out ultrasound waves that break up the lens for suction removal.

LASIK is the most common type of eye surgery performed, next to cataract surgery. There are less sight-threatening complications and side effects with LASIK than with most other surgeries, and these are very rare.

Glaucoma can steal the sight of those afflicted with the disease. There are often no symptoms until some vision loss has occurred. That is why it is so important to include a glaucoma test as part of your regular annual vision exam.