Clearing the Fog: What are cataracts and what causes them?
Cataracts are one of the most common causes of vision loss, especially as we age. This condition occurs when the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy, affecting daily activities and making it difficult to see clearly. Symptoms of cataract include blurry vision, sensitivity to light or glare, faded colors, and double vision. Cataracts typically develop due to the eye’s natural aging process, especially for individuals aged 60 and above. This gradual progression often goes unnoticed for months or even years, eventually leading to impaired vision.
While aging is a primary cause, cataracts can also result from eye injuries, extreme heat, severe inflammation, or metabolic diseases such as diabetes. Borough Lasik Center offers advanced cataract treatment with Z Laser Lens Replacement, providing a safer, more precise, and bladeless solution for individuals with cataracts or severe refractive errors.
“Cataracts are a natural part of aging, but that does not mean it’s the end of your vision,” says Dr. Ches Heredia, CEO and Refractive Surgeon of Borough Lasik Center. “Many don’t realize they have cataracts until their daily life is affected. The good news is that with advanced technology in eye care, cataract treatment is safer and more effective”, he added.
Laser vs Conventional Surgery: Which is Right for You?
Cataracts and severe refractive errors can make everyday tasks like reading, driving, and recognizing faces challenging. While glasses and contact lenses offer temporary help, they don’t address the underlying issue.
Undergoing cataract surgery restores clear vision by replacing a cloudy or dysfunctional lens with a premium intraocular lens (IOL) tailored to each patient. Conventional cataract surgery involves using a manual blade to create an incision and open the lens capsule, an effective method but dependent on the surgeon’s hand. On the other hand, Z Laser Lens Replacement is a laser-assisted procedure that offers greater precision, less discomfort and faster recovery compared to conventional cataract surgery.
This procedure is ideal for individuals who:
▪️Struggle with cataracts that affect daily activities
▪️Experience double vision that glasses cannot fully correct
▪️Want to reduce or eliminate dependence on prescription eyewear
With advanced laser technology, this procedure ensures sharper and enhanced visual outcomes with a more comfortable recovery.
Revolutionizing Eye Care with Z Laser Lens Replacement — The FIRST & ONLY in Visayas
As the first and only provider of Z Laser Lens Replacement (Femto Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery) in Visayas, BLC sets a new standard in cataract surgery and lens implants with the latest Swiss technology, Ziemer FEMTO LDV Z8. This state-of-the-art technology enables bladeless procedures like Z Laser Lens Replacement to start a new era of cataract care.

With unmatched accuracy and faster recovery, this procedure allows individuals with cataracts to regain clear eyesight without relying on progressive lenses. By utilizing this advanced laser technology, patients will experience improved clarity and long-term results.
According to Mr. Karlo Sanchez, General Manager at Borough Lasik Center, the launch of Z Laser Lens Replacement marks a major step forward in expanding advanced eye care nationwide. “By introducing this cutting-edge laser technology to Visayas and soon to Mindanao, BLC is making premium eye care more accessible to Hiligaynons and other regions. This procedure ensures a more precise and safer way to restore vision for individuals with cataracts or high prescriptions, offering faster recovery and long-lasting results. It is our commitment to bring advanced eye care closer to all Filipinos and continue transforming lives through clearer vision.
The Game-Changing Benefit of Z Laser Lens Replacement
Imagine waking up every day with sharp vision—no more searching for progressive lenses. Z Laser Lens Replacement not only restores clarity but also brings a renewed sense of confidence and freedom. You will be able to see as if you were young again, fulfill daily tasks with ease and enjoy your everyday life.
Borough Lasik Center remains committed to delivering innovative and effective vision correction solutions. With world-class surgeons, advanced technology, and personalized patient care, BLC continues to transform lives through clearer vision.
“We are very proud of what we do here in BLC”, says Dr. Heredia. “From our first cataract patient here in the clinic, the surgery was a breeze, removing hard cataracts has never been easier with the use of the best technology like the Z8. We also performed the Phaco procedure and implanted Multifocal Intraocular Lens (IOL), giving the patient the freedom to see clearly at near, immediate, and far distances. As the first and only clinic in Western Visayas to offer Z Laser Lens Replacement, we invite you to join us. Give us a call, and we will see you here in the clinic.”
To learn more about the BLC’s services, follow their official social media accounts, where you can also connect with their specialists for more information:

▪️Borough Lasik Center Visayas (Facebook)
▪️@blc.visayas (Instagram)
▪️ @docchesheredia (TikTok)