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Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on September 6, 2023
Eyesight is arguably the most important sense for learning, enabling us to perceive, process and understand visual information. However, many people struggle with vision problems that can interfere with their academic performance and development. Ways eyesight can affect learning: It is important to detect and treat vision problems as early as possible to prevent them… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on September 1, 2023
The eyes are an extremely important part of the body and need special care. They can be damaged easily and are at risk of developing numerous conditions. In some cases, you can develop eye conditions even if you have taken the right measures to protect them. One such condition is keratoconus. Keep reading to learn… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on August 7, 2023
What’s better than summer? Summer after LASIK! Whatever you do to entertain yourself in the warmest months, it is bound to be more fun with sharper vision. Whether you’re into watersports, land sports or an educational day at the planetarium, you’ll get more out of it with less effort after LASIK. Here are our 6… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on August 4, 2023
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are more than 41 million contact lens wearers in the United States – and most of them have contact lens intolerance or will have it eventually. Contact lens intolerance (CLI) is a common condition in which contact lenses suddenly begin to cause eye irritation…. Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on August 1, 2023
Cataracts are a very common eye condition that will eventually affect everyone at some point in their life. Cataracts slowly develop in the eye, physically blocking out light until sight becomes difficult. During this process, you can experience a number of other symptoms, such as faded colors and double vision. Keep reading to learn more… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on July 17, 2023
Sunshine and fresh air are notoriously good for your health and mood. For your eyes, not so much. Glaringly bright sun—or direct sunlight over a long period of time—can cause damage to the delicate tissues of the eye. Intense or prolonged exposure can increase the risk of a number of eye issues: The right sunglasses… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on July 6, 2023
Many eye conditions can threaten your sight, but not many can quietly take your vision, like glaucoma. Glaucoma develops gradually, slowly diminishing your peripheral vision. This means if you develop glaucoma, you could lose a large portion of your sight before you even realize something is wrong. Glaucoma is most often present in older adults…. Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on July 3, 2023
America’s birthday brings into sharp focus all the freedoms we have to be grateful for. And, there is perhaps no freedom greater than the freedom that comes with healthy vision. If you’re having trouble seeing by the dawn’s early light or through the night, you’ll reap distinct advantages by restoring your eyes to their “old… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on June 27, 2023
What do you get the graduate to set them up for a successful future? What about the gift of sharper vision? LASIK is a safe and effective procedure that has changed the lives of millions of people around the world. It can eliminate the need for glasses and contact lenses by correcting vision problems such… Read More
Posted by: Missouri Eye Institute in Blog on June 14, 2023
Cataracts are so common in the United States that half of people over the age of 75 can expect to have noticeable symptoms. In fact, there are about 25 million people with cataracts right now. When a cataract begins to cloud the cornea of one or both eyes, it may not be readily apparent. First,… Read More
