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Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on November 3, 2025
If the symptoms of cataracts have started to impair the clarity of your vision and the quality of your life, it’s likely time to consider surgery. Cataract surgery is the only way to restore clear vision and regain your independence and quality of life. One of the most important decisions to make while planning cataract… Read More
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Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on November 3, 2025
If you’re the kind of person who gets lost in a good book, you know how frustrating it can be when your eyes don’t keep up with your curiosity. Whether you’re flipping pages or scrolling through ebooks, clear vision is essential to enjoying every word. Fortunately, Missouri LASIK provider Missouri Eye Institute is helping book… Read More
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Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on November 3, 2025
November marks Diabetes-Related Eye Disease Month, a time to focus on how diabetes affects vision and what you can do to protect it. At Missouri Eye Institute, we see firsthand how early action and consistent care can preserve sight. If you have diabetes or pre-diabetes, there is no time to waste: Uncontrolled diabetes can quickly… Read More
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Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on October 3, 2025
Have you ever stood in front of your mirror and wondered why you look so tired, even after getting a good night’s sleep? Are sagging upper eyelids and puffy lower lids making you appear older than you feel? If you are unhappy with the appearance of your eyelids, blepharoplasty, also frequently called eyelid surgery, may… Read More
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Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on October 2, 2025
Driving is one of the most visually demanding tasks we do daily. From reading road signs to reacting to sudden changes in traffic, clear vision is essential for safety and confidence behind the wheel. If you’ve ever struggled with glasses fogging up or contacts drying out during a long drive, LASIK eye surgery could be… Read More
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Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on October 2, 2025
Contact lenses offer freedom from glasses, but for many wearers, that freedom comes at a cost. Contact lens intolerance (CLI) is a frustrating and potentially dangerous condition that can make it difficult—or impossible—to continue wearing lenses comfortably. If your eyes feel irritated, dry or fatigued after lens use, you may be experiencing CLI. So, in… Read More
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Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on September 15, 2025
In recognition of Inflammatory Eye Disease Awareness Week (September 15–21) Inflammatory eye diseases can disrupt daily life, interfere with vision and lead to long-term complications if left untreated. Whether you’ve been diagnosed or are simply seeking ways to protect your eye health, understanding the causes, symptoms and treatment options is key. At Missouri Eye Institute,… Read More
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Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on September 15, 2025
If you’ve ever struggled with halos, glare or poor contrast while driving at night, you’re not alone. Night vision challenges are common for people with refractive errors like nearsightedness or astigmatism. Fortunately, Modern LASIK doesn’t just improve daytime clarity—it can also enhance your ability to see in low-light conditions. As the days get shorter and… Read More
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Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on September 3, 2025
Glaucoma and migraines are two distinct medical conditions that affect different parts of the body: glaucoma primarily affects the eyes, while migraines primarily affect the brain. However, recent studies show evidence that suffering from migraines may increase your risk of developing glaucoma. While the link between glaucoma and migraines is not yet fully understood, the… Read More
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Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on August 1, 2025
LASIK is often the first procedure that people consider when seeking to permanently correct their vision, but not everyone is a suitable candidate. If you’ve been told that LASIK is not an option, your ophthalmologist may recommend photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) as an alternative. While you may be familiar with LASIK, you might not have heard… Read More
