Almost all cataract operations are performed under local anaesthetic eye drops while you remain comfortably awake. I typically employ topical anaesthesia and oral sedation given thirty minutes before the start of surgery to help you relax.

For the technically minded: Topical or sub‑Tenon’s anaesthesia avoids the risks of retrobulbar injection and allows rapid visual rehabilitation. Oral anxiolysis administered pre‑operatively enhances cooperation and comfort while maintaining spontaneous respiration and cardiovascular stability.