Do I Need a Retina Specialist?
Signs of Retinal Disease: What to Watch For and Where to Get Treatment Some vision problems go beyond routine eye exams. If you’re noticing sudden changes in your sight—like blurriness, shadows, floaters, or distortion—it may be time to see a retina specialist. At Sweeney Eye Associates, our retina team—including Dr. Sai Chavala and Dr. Matthew…
Read MoreCataracts: When to Monitor and When It’s Time for Surgery
Not All Cataracts Need Surgery—Here’s How to Know What’s Right for You If you’ve been told you have a cataract, you might feel uncertain about what comes next. At Sweeney Eye Associates, with convenient locations in both Richardson and Sunnyvale, Texas, we want to make one thing clear: not all cataracts require surgery right away….
Read More5 Reasons to Consider a Premium IOL in Dallas This Summer
Cataracts,Featured,Premium Lens Options
If you’re going to have cataract surgery, a crucial component of the procedure is deciding what kind of IOL you want. Cataract surgery removes cataracts by removing your eye’s natural lens, where the cataract has formed. However, removing the natural lens would make you unable to see clearly because you don’t have a lens in…
Read MoreWhat is Refractive Lens Exchange, and is it Right for You?
Featured,General Eye Care,Refractive Lens Exchange,Vision Correction
Want to improve your vision? There is more than one option for vision correction procedures. When most people think of vision correction procedures, they think of LASIK. But LASIK is only one of several procedures that can correct refractive errors and eliminate the need for glasses and contact lenses. But the problem with many of…
Read MoreWhat is Laser Cataract Surgery?
Cataracts,Featured,Laser Assisted Surgery
Greetings from Sweeney Eye Associates! With locations in both Sunnyvale and Richardson, TX, we strive to provide cutting-edge care for all our patients. Today, we’ll be talking about a significant advancement in cataract treatment—laser cataract surgery. Traditional cataract surgery is performed manually, with the surgeon using a handheld instrument to create a small incision in…
Read MoreWhat Lens Options Are There for Cataract Patients?
Cataracts,Featured,Premium Lens Options
Cataract surgery involves removing the clouded natural lens of the eye and replacing it with an artificial lens, known as an intraocular lens (IOL). This new lens becomes a permanent part of your eye and can significantly improve your vision. While a standard IOL can significantly improve your vision, premium lens options provide additional features…
Read MoreWhat is a Cataract?
A cataract is a condition that affects the eye’s natural lens, which lies behind the iris and the pupil. The lens works much like a camera lens, focusing light onto the retina at the back of the eye, and adjusting the eye’s focus to let us see things clearly both up close and far away….
Read MoreUnderstanding Diabetic Retinopathy
Welcome to Sweeney Eye Associates’ blog! As your trusted ophthalmology practice in Richardson and Sunnyvale, we are dedicated to providing you with the most relevant information to keep your vision sharp and healthy. Today, we’ll be discussing a common condition known as diabetic retinopathy. Diabetic retinopathy is a serious eye condition that affects individuals with…
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