Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on July 2, 2025
Is LASIK still an option after 40? The short answer is that it’s not always the best choice due to presbyopia and other age-related eye changes. However, several advanced vision correction procedures are specifically designed to address the unique needs of adults over 40, offering excellent alternatives to traditional LASIK. Keep reading to learn more… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on June 6, 2025
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in adults over 60. It is often asymptomatic in its early stages and may go undiagnosed until it has already caused some degree of vision impairment. While eye drops are often the first course of treatment recommended by ophthalmologists, other treatments are available. Keep reading to… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on May 6, 2025
One of the most important decisions you’ll need to make ahead of cataract surgery is choosing an intraocular lens (IOL). With the right IOL, cataract surgery can be an opportunity to both restore clear vision at multiple distances and improve the quality of your life. Cataract surgery is a simple, safe procedure performed millions of… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on April 1, 2025
Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is a procedure that involves the removal of excess skin and fat from the upper and/or lower eyelids to restore vision or improve their appearance. Keep reading to learn more about the types of eyelid surgeries and whether they are covered by insurance! What Are the Different Types of Eyelid Surgery?… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on March 3, 2025
Caring for your eyes is an important part of managing diabetes. The blood sugar fluctuations from diabetes can damage the blood vessels in the eye and cause changes to the clear natural lens, resulting in cataracts. Keep reading to learn more about how diabetes can increase your risk of cataracts! What Is The Link Between… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on February 10, 2025
Glaucoma is the most common cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. The condition causes damage to the optic nerve, and without treatment, the damage will eventually lead to vision loss or blindness. Millions of people are diagnosed with glaucoma every year. While the exact causes of glaucoma are unknown, it’s often linked to high intraocular pressure…. Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on January 3, 2025
Winter weather can make your eyes feel dry, gritty, or generally uncomfortable. These symptoms can be frustrating, but there are ways to manage them. Keep reading to learn more about dry eyes in the winter and what you can do to combat these symptoms! Why Does The Environment Affect My Eyes? Your eyes are constantly… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on December 2, 2024
There has never been a better time to consider LASIK vision correction. With the holidays just around the corner, you can start the new year with clear, sharp vision without glasses or contacts. Millions of people have chosen LASIK and experienced the benefits of permanent vision correction. Keep reading to learn more about why this… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on November 1, 2024
Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month serves as a crucial reminder of the increased risk of blinding eye diseases that those with diabetes may be faced with. Conditions like diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts are more common in diabetics, yet many people don’t know about these dangers to their vision. This lack of knowledge means many… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on October 9, 2024
Millions of people have dry eye disease. Dry eye disease is a chronic condition where your eyes don’t produce the right amount or balance of fluids in the tear film. The tear film is a multi-layered mix of fluids that must have adequate amounts of each ingredient in order to lubricate and protect the surface… Read More
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