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How Soon Can You Drive After Having Cataract Surgery?

Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on April 16, 2026

For many patients, cataracts have already made driving difficult. So after surgery, getting back on the road feels urgent. Most patients can drive within one to two days after cataract surgery, but the exact timeline is individual and depends on several factors that your doctor will evaluate during your recovery. Keep reading to learn more… Read More


RLE vs. Waiting for Cataract Surgery: What the Research Shows

Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on April 3, 2026

Many adults in their 40s, 50s and early 60s experience frustrating vision changes long before cataracts significantly affect daily life. While patients are often advised to wait until cataracts “ripen,” modern research suggests that waiting is not always necessary or beneficial.  Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) offers a proactive solution that can restore clear vision now,… Read More


World Optometry Day: How Missouri Eye and Optometrists Work Together for Better Vision

Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on March 26, 2026

Every year, World Optometry Day (March 23) highlights the essential role optometrists play in protecting vision and supporting lifelong eye health. At Missouri Eye Institute, our surgeons rely on strong partnerships with optometrists across the region to ensure patients receive comprehensive, continuous care — before, during and long after refractive surgery. This collaboration is one… Read More


What Medications Should You Avoid Before LASIK Surgery?

Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on March 3, 2026

Preparing for LASIK involves multiple steps. One of which is considering your current medications and determining whether you need to make any temporary changes before surgery. The medications you take can affect both the safety of your procedure and how well your eyes heal afterward. Your eye doctor will need a complete picture of what… Read More


Beyond Reading Glasses: Understanding Your ‘Over-40 Vision’ Correction Options in 2026

Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on February 12, 2026

In a month that celebrates Valentine’s Day, it’s the perfect time to show yourself some love – especially when it comes to your vision. If you’re over 40 and tired of relying on reading glasses, you’re not alone.  Many adults experience presbyopia, the age-related loss of near vision, and seek solutions that fit their lifestyle…. Read More


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