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Author: Gary Wortz MD

Female ophthalmologist explaining how to protect the cataract surgery incision

Self-Sealing Cataract Incision: What Can Disrupt Your Healing After Surgery

Written by Gary Wortz MD on July 20, 2026. Posted in Cataract Surgery, Eye Surgery FAQs.

One of the most impressive features of modern cataract surgery is the self-sealing microincision — designed to close without sutures. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be compromised...

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Cataract Surgery Recovery Mistake: Expecting Perfect Vision Immediately

Written by Gary Wortz MD on July 20, 2026. Posted in Cataract Surgery, Eye Surgery FAQs.

Two hours after surgery, the calls start. Patients assume something went wrong because their vision isn’t perfect. What many don’t realize is that day-one vision and fully healed vision...

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