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Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States, but it doesn’t have to be this way — early diagnosis and treatment can stop its progression and prevent vision loss. Learn the risk factors for this “silent thief of sight” today.

Cataract surgery is an operation to remove your eye's natural lens when it is cloudy. The purpose of the lens is to bend(refract) light rays that enter the eye to help you see. Your own lens should be clear, but with a cataract, it is cloudy.

A refraction determines your prescription for glasses-or part of your prescription for contact lenses.

If you want to get the best experience from your ophthalmologist, coming prepared is key. Clear communication about your medical history and current problems will help ensure that you get the right care.

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

Dr. Leventhal is now offering the Light Adjustable Lens in his New Providence office. The Light Adjustable Lens provides the doctor the ability to alter the shape and focusing characteristics following cataract surgery.