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How to Protect Your Eyes from Autumn Allergies

Comprehensive Eye,Dry Eye,General Eye Care

Autumn in Texas brings a change in weather, but it also triggers a fresh wave of allergens like ragweed, mold, and dust. If you find your eyes are red, itchy, and constantly watering, you’re likely dealing with seasonal eye allergies. Fortunately, there are several easy steps you can take to minimize your discomfort this fall….

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Are You an RLE Candidate? Ages, Conditions & What Sets You Apart at Sweeney Eye Associates

Refractive Lens Exchange

Tired of Juggling Glasses? Your Path to Lifelong Vision May Start Here If you’re over 40 and struggling to see clearly—up close, at a distance, or both—you may be a candidate for Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE). Unlike LASIK, which reshapes the cornea, RLE replaces your eye’s natural lens with a custom-selected implant that can dramatically…

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Stacy’s Vision Transformed With the Light Adjustable Lens

Cataracts,Light Adjustable Lens,Refractive Lens Exchange,Vision Correction

What Are Cataracts? Cataracts occur when the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy, causing vision to blur, dim, or distort. They often develop with age, but people with strong prescriptions can be affected earlier. The only way to restore clarity once cataracts progress is through surgery. A New Era in Vision Correction At Sweeney Eye Associates,…

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Avoid a Gap in Your Medicare Coverage for 2026

Announcement

Certain Medicare Advantage plans will be discontinued in select markets for 2026. Recent updates from insurance carriers indicate that certain Medicare Advantage plans will be discontinued in select markets for 2026. This is a nationwide Medicare Advantage change that may affect how your overall health coverage is administered next year — not just your eye care…

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Eye Exams After LASIK or RLE

General Eye Care,LASIK,Refractive Lens Exchange

Still 20/20 After LASIK or RLE? Here’s Why You Still Need Yearly Eye Exams Vision correction procedures like LASIK and Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) can dramatically change your life for the better. But even with crisp vision, your eyes can develop conditions that don’t cause symptoms at first. Annual comprehensive exams protect your results and…

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Choosing the Right Lens for Cataract Surgery

Cataracts,Laser Assisted Surgery,Light Adjustable Lens,Premium Lens Options

What Patients at Sweeney Eye Associates Should Know Your lens choice will shape how you see the world for the rest of your life. At Sweeney Eye Associates in North Dallas, our cataract surgeons — Dr. Patrick Sweeney and Dr. Vincent Venincasa — help you navigate today’s advanced lens options so your choice fits your…

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Can the Sun Make Cataracts Worse?

Cataracts,Comprehensive Eye,Uncategorized

The North Texas sun may brighten your day, but it could also be making your cataracts worse. It’s important for our patients to know that UV exposure is one of the few preventable factors known to speed up cataract progression, particularly in sunny climates like ours. If you’re waiting to have cataract surgery, you should…

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Why Your Eye Doctor May Be the Best Place for Cosmetic Care

Oculoplastic and Cosmetic

When you think of your eye doctor, Botox® and facial rejuvenation might not be the first services that come to mind. But at Sweeney Eye Associates, our expertise extends beyond clear vision. We also specialize in advanced cosmetic and oculoplastic care. If you haven’t considered your eye doctor for Botox, Xeomin®, blepharoplasty, or other cosmetic…

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Headaches, Halos, and Hazy Vision: 5 Red Flags for Your Eyes

General Eye Care,Uncategorized

Do your eyes feel tired, blurry, or strained after work, gaming, or long hours on your phone? You’re not alone. Millions of Americans experience these symptoms, but many don’t realize they’re warning signs of something more serious. At Sweeney Eye Associates, with convenient offices in Richardson and Sunnyvale, Texas, our doctors help patients every day…

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Dr. Sweeney Named To America’s Leading Doctors for 2025

Cataracts,Expert Surgeon,Uncategorized

Patrick Sweeney, M.D. | Top Cataract Surgeon We are thrilled to share some exciting news from all of us at Sweeney Eye Associates: Dr. Patrick Sweeney has been named one of America’s Leading Doctors for 2025 in the cataract category by Newsweek and Statista! This national recognition honors physicians who demonstrate outstanding clinical expertise, patient care, and innovation in their…

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