Your Eyes Deserve a Checkup: The Simple Way to Prevent Cataract Surprises
Cataracts, Comprehensive Eye Care
As the seasons change, it’s a good reminder to take care of yourself—inside and out. Just like you might prepare your home for winter or tune up your car before a road trip, it’s just as important to check in on your vision. At Southwest Eye Care, we believe the best way to protect your…
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Avoid a Gap in Your Medicare Coverage for 2026
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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Fall Eye Safety: Protecting Your Eyes During Outdoor Activities
Comprehensive Eye Care, Optical
The crisp air and vibrant colors of fall mean more time spent outdoors. As you get ready for yard work, team sports, or weekend adventures, don’t forget to protect your eyes. At Southwest Eye Care, we know that many seasonal eye injuries are preventable with a few simple precautions. Here’s how to keep your eyes…
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Are Premium Cataract Lenses Worth It?
When you have cataract surgery, you get to make an important choice: a standard lens or a premium lens implant. A standard lens can restore clear vision at one distance, but a premium lens offers more—helping correct astigmatism or providing sharp vision at multiple distances. That means you may rely less on glasses for daily…
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Vision and Independence: How Healthy Eyes Help Seniors Stay Independent
For seniors in Chaska, Minnetonka, and Hutchinson, staying independent is key. Clear vision is a big part of that, helping you drive, read, and enjoy daily life without needing help. At Southwest Eye Care, we know how vision issues like cataracts can affect your independence. We’re here to help you get your freedom back. What…
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How to Prevent Digital Eye Strain as You Return to School or Work
Comprehensive Eye Care, Optical
As you head back to school or work, your screen time is about to jump, increasing the risk of digital eye strain. At Southwest Eye Care, we want to help you protect your vision. Try these quick tips to keep your eyes comfortable and focused: Don’t let digital eye strain slow you down. An eye…
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Thinking About LASIK? Why Fall Might Be Your Perfect Recovery Season
If LASIK has been on your mind, fall might just be the perfect time to move forward with vision correction. As the pace of summer slows down and your schedule settles into a routine, recovery becomes more manageable and even more comfortable. Cooler temperatures mean fewer sunny, high-UV days, reducing light sensitivity during recovery. Plus,…
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Getting Game-Ready: Why a Pre-Season Eye Check-up is Key for Football Players
Football is fast. Your eyes need to be faster. As football season approaches in Minnesota, now is the ideal time to schedule a sports eye exam. Sharp vision supports essential skills like depth perception, ball tracking, and quick reaction time—all crucial for staying competitive and safe on the field. It’s not just about performance. Football…
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Back to School Eye Exams: More Than Just Passing the Vision Test
As families prepare for a new school year, many parents focus on supplies, clothes, and schedules—but one crucial step is often overlooked: a comprehensive back-to-school eye exam. We know that good vision is essential to classroom success, and it goes far beyond simply passing a school vision screening. At Southwest Eye Care, we proudly serve…
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What is astigmatism?
Ever feel like your vision is a bit—–wavy? Or maybe lights seem to have a halo around them at night? If so, you might be experiencing astigmatism – and you’re definitely not alone! Think of your eye like a perfectly round basketball. For clear vision, light needs to hit one spot sharply on the back…
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