Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on December 2, 2021
LASIK vision correction surgery is a popular procedure used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and yes, even astigmatism. It’s natural that curiosity about LASIK never seems to wane – so let’s clear up your questions. What follows are some of the most frequently asked questions about LASIK and the most current answers to them. Please don’t… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on November 15, 2021
If you’re considering LASIK but are curious about the price, you may discover that this life-altering vision correction procedure is more affordable than you thought. The trick is to consider the big picture. The typical investment in LASIK laser eye surgery ranges from $2,000 to $3,000 per eye, according to nationwide averages. Because it’s considered… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on November 8, 2021
“Moderation in all things,” an old proverb advises. While it may be hard to moderate over the holidays, a little of this and a little of that could do wonders for your eye health. In fact, many traditional holiday dishes are brimming with vitamins and nutrients that are known to keep eyes healthy and sharp…. Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on October 28, 2021
Is it possible that your refractive error or errors are making your life more difficult? Of course, they make it hard for you to see, and wearing glasses or contacts is a hassle. But could your vision problem be negatively impacting your life in more ways than that? Keep reading to learn about three ways LASIK will… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on October 18, 2021
We all love a good scare on Halloween night, but most of us want no part of real-life blood and gore when what we’re really after is a great time (and maybe a little bit of candy). Make sure you and your little ghouls and goblins stay safe and injury-free on Halloween by following a… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on October 4, 2021
For most people, the recurring costs and inconvenience of prescription eyeglasses, reading glasses and contact lenses feels like a necessary evil. After all, LASIK surgery and other laser vision correction procedures cost much more than a pair of glasses or contacts… But do they really? An estimated 150 million Americans must use prescription lenses of… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on September 19, 2021
More than a third of Americans are affected by astigmatism, which occurs when the corneal surface of the eye is misshapen, causing light to focus incorrectly on the retina. Although most cases are so mild that no corrective action is necessary, others cause blurry vision, poor depth perception, distortion, eye strain, and sometimes headaches. There… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on September 6, 2021
September is Healthy Aging Month—the perfect time to talk about what you can do now that will keep you (and your eyes) in better shape as you get older. To that end, we’re giving you our top five tips for keeping your eyes young: It goes without saying that you should keep your annual eye… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on August 23, 2021
Most of us aren’t professional football players, but odds are you either enjoy the sport as a spectator or as an amateur player in your spare time. Well, there’s not one thing you can do on the field or in the stands that you can’t do better with improved vision (at least we haven’t found… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on August 9, 2021
Between textbooks, chalkboards, laptops and tablets, the educational setting demands a lot from our eyes. In fact, it’s estimated that our visual system is responsible for taking in about 80 percent of the data we process in the learning environment. So, if that system isn’t in good working order, the consequences can be huge. Younger… Read More
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