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Eye Doctors and Ophthalmologists Branson

The eye doctors at Missouri Eye Institute offer patients in the greater Branson area a range of eye care services, including:

LASIK Eye Surgery

LASIK is a popular and effective option for reducing or even eliminating your dependence on glasses or contact lenses. We begin by creating a thin flap in the cornea, which is then lifted so we can use an excimer laser to reshape the underlying tissue. This improves how light focuses on the retina and enhances your vision. The procedure is safe, quick, and virtually painless. Most patients notice a dramatic improvement in vision the next day and continue to see improvements over the next few weeks.

Cataract Surgery

When a cataract causes your vision to become blurry, dim, or discolored, surgery is the only way to restore your sight. We use advanced techniques to remove the cloudy lens and replace it with a custom IOL, which can also correct issues like nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. The procedure usually takes less than 30 minutes and is performed under local anesthesia. It’s safe, effective, and one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the world with high success rates.

Corneal Transplant Surgery

If your cornea has become cloudy, swollen, or irregularly shaped, and other treatments haven’t helped, a corneal transplant may be your best option. In this procedure, we carefully remove the damaged portion of your cornea and replace it with clear, healthy tissue from a donor. It can help restore vision, reduce pain, and improve the eye’s appearance. Though recovery can take time, advances in surgical technique have significantly improved success rates and healing outcomes.

Glaucoma Treatment

Treating glaucoma involves lowering the pressure in your eye to prevent further damage to the optic nerve. We offer a range of treatments including prescription eye drops to reduce fluid production or increase drainage, in-office laser procedures like SLT (Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty), or surgical interventions if needed. The right approach depends on the type and severity of glaucoma you have. Early diagnosis and consistent treatment are essential to protecting your long-term vision.

Eyelid Surgery

Over time, the skin around the eyes can lose elasticity, causing drooping eyelids, puffiness, and sometimes even vision obstruction. Blepharoplasty helps correct these issues by tightening or removing the excess tissue from the eyelids. For some patients, it’s medically necessary to restore a full field of vision; for others, it’s a cosmetic choice to achieve a younger, more alert look. The procedure is quick and typically heals within a couple of weeks, with very natural-looking results.

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Doctors at Branson

Larry W. Meyer, MD

Chad L. Carter, OD