Our comprehensive eye examinations evaluate your eyes, both inside and out, for any potential disorders or diseases. Your visual skills and abilities are carefully evaluated and appropriate treatment is prescribed - whether it's medication, lenses or low vision rehabilitation. All of our doctors have extensive training and are prepared to handle whatever your eyecare needs may be.
Technology is rapidly changing the eye care industry. We utilize the latest in diagnostic equipment and are committed to keeping up with whatever advances will come next.
We provide comprehensive eye health andvision exams including:
Full medical and ocular history
Visual acuity measurement and refractions
Eye muscle balance and coordination testing
Color vision testing
Depth Perception testing
Glaucoma screening and treatment
Cataract care
Diabetic retinopathy testing
Dry eye testing and treatment
Red eye treatment
Foreign body removal
Digital retinal photography
We provide comprehensive contact lens evaluations and fittings including:
Soft Contact Lenses
Disposable Soft Contacts
Gas permeables
Continuous wear (overnight)
Colors
Astigmatism
Bifocals
We also provide:
Laser vision correction
Children's vision testing
Computer vision analysis
DMV vision testing
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I have my eyes examined?
Dr. Eveland recommends an annual eye exam to monitor your eye and vision health. Many eye and vision disorders can be detected and treated early before they cause vision loss. Remember check yearly to see clearly!
At what age should children first have their eyes examined?
The American Optometric Association recommends comprehensive eye and vision exams first at 6 months of age and then again at age 3 or 4. Our doctors recommend parents definitely bring their children in for an exam before they start school and sooner if they notice any squinting, eye-turns, poor coordination, headaches or if there is any family history of eye or vision problems. Our doctors participate in the InfantSEE program. This is a public health program designed to ensure that eye and vision care becomes an integral part of infant wellness care to improve a child's quality of life. Under this program they will provide a comprehensive infant eye assessment within the first year of life as a no cost public health service.
Contact Lenses
We have been fitting specialty contact lenses for years and have seen some incredible changes in that time. By far the most exciting changes have occurred in the last few years. Although rigid contact lenses are a shrinking segment of the industry, we still have a large number of patients who wear them.
The gas-permeable lens materials available today far surpass those available just a few years ago in terms of eye health and comfort.
Allergies can be particularly annoying to contact lens wearers. In the past many people had to quit wearing their lenses for a month or two during the allergy season. New lens materials and allergy medications have made it possible for these people to eliminate itchy eyes. These medications such as, Patanol, are amazingly effective and safe even in children as young as three.
Is there anything new for contact lens wearers?
Contact lens technology has progressed at an amazing pace recently. We now have continuous wear silicone lenses that many patients can safely wear without taking out for up to 30 days! These new lenses let about 6 times more oxygen through to your eyes than any other lens we have ever had.
We also have daily disposable contact lenses that are extremely convenient, in that, they remove the need to store and clean your contacts.
Acuvue Oasys contact lenses with Hydroclear technology can significantly reduce contact lens dryness.
We also have new soft disposable contact lenses that even correct your vision if you have astigmatism or need bifocals.
There are also many new colored contact lens options.
Optical Dispensing
Our optical laboratory has the latest in equipment to not only fabricate your glasses, but to maintain and repair them should they become broken or damaged. We are able to tint, coat, harden and edge spectacle lenses. We are able to provide you with any frame or lens design available. Our highly qualified optician and staff are able to adjust and fit your glasses to you for extended comfort and vision.
What is the difference between no-line (progressive) bifocals and lined bifocals?
After age 40, most people need new glasses forreading small print . In the past people had to choose from readers or lined bifocals. The lined bifocals had a upper distance vision lens with a lower reading vision lens. The two parts of the lens were divided by a visible line. Now people have choices. Progressive lenses, or no-line bifocals, correct for far, near and intermediate distances. They "progressively" get stronger for near vision as you look down to the bottom of the lens. This gets rid of the need for the distracting line. It also gives you more natural vision at all distances, not just far and very close. Family Eyecare Associates carries the top quality progressive lenses, including Varilux, to help give you the best vision possible.
How do I make my lenses lighter and thinner?
New laboratory technology has allowed for lighter and thinner eyeglass lenses. We offer new high index types of plastic that can significantly reduce the thicknessand weight of lenses. The days of "coke-bottle" glasses are gone!
What can I do if I have problems with glare?
With ordinary lenses, headlights and street lights create distracting double images that can hurt your eyes. Long hours in front of a computer screen and harsh fluorescent lighting can really make for tired eyes. Crizal brand anti-reflective lenses have been proven in studies to dramatically reduce eye fatigue caused by light reflections. Crizal lenses also eliminate those annoying glare and reflections and let the natural beauty of your eyes shine through.
What are the best kind of sunglasses for the lake?
It is extremely important to protect your eyes from the damaging UV rays from the sun. UV can contribute to cataracts and macular degeneration. Please be sure to ask your doctor about having a UV protective coating put on your outdoor lenses. The Family Eyecare Associates also highly recommends polarized sun-wear while playing on or around the lake. Polarization is like a chemical venetian blind which rearranges light and lets you see "through" glare. 100% polarized lenses are the only truly effective way of eliminating glare off water, rain, snow, early morning dew and roads and highways.
Frames
Designer Lines
Safety Frames
Sports Frames
Kids Frames
Sunglasses
Spring Hinges
Lightweight Spaceage
Metals
Large Selection
Lens Features
Thin, Lightweight Lenses
Safety Lenses
Polycarbonate Lenses
Progressive Lenses
Computer Lenses
Sports Lenses
Transition Lenses
Special Tints
Anti-Reflective Coatings
Ultra-Violet Protection
Laser Vision Correction
Everyone is talking about LASIK. Here is a brief description of the procedure.
A flap is cut in the cornea and then the flap is gently folded back. An Excimer Laser is used to reshape the cornea, much like a contact lens forms a new shape on the cornea, only the laser is permanent. The flap is then put back in place, acting like a natural bandage.
The "Wow!" effect of Lasik is the very rapid recovery of vision and the decreased level of discomfort post-operatively. You hear from people that they did not feel anything, and could see well the very first day. Most people have functional vision in 24-48 hours, although this is true in some cases, it must be noted that each person will heal at a different rate. Vision, although greatly improved immediately after surgery, continues to improve for some weeks, even months.
How do I know if refractive surgeries like LASIK are for me?
LASIK has allowed thousands of people to significantly reduce their dependence on glasses. The best way to find out if you are a good candidate is to ask your primary eye-care providers, the doctors at the Family Eyecare Associates. They can perform special tests that can determine if you are a good LASIK or other refractive surgery candidate. If they feel you are a good candidate they will help you make an informed decision whether surgery is your best option and which surgeon and surgery site would be best for you. They also can do all the follow-up visits right here at the Lake of the Ozarks office to make sure your eyes heal correctly after surgery.
How much does LASIK cost?
Custom-Wavefront LASIK now is down to $2000-4000 for both eyes. This includes all the pre-operative testing, post-op visits and the surgery itself. There are excellent payment plans available. Some insurance companies do give a discount, but rarely pay for the entire procedure.
Eye Infections, Eye Injuries, Dry Eyes
Our office provides emergency services for eye infections and eye injuries. Please call our office during office hours. Our staff will work with you to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. State of the art microscopes allow us to examine the front surface of the eye and facial areas around the eye for infection or injury. After assessing the extent of the injury or infection a treatment plan will be formulated and explained to you. Treatment may include medications and supportive care. Follow-up visits to monitor your recovery will be scheduled as needed.
Dry Eyes: Symptoms include scratchy eyes, burning, mild redness and gritty feeling eyes. Oral medications, reading, computer tasks and dry environments may aggravate marginally dry eyes. Dry eyes can be diagnosed by using dyes to observe tear patterns, evaluation of the amount of tears on the front of the eye and from review of your symptoms. Treatment may include artificial tears; eye drops for treating allergies; and/or punctal plugs inserted in the tear drainage canals.
Eye Diseases; Cataracts, Glaucoma, Diabetes
Cataracts: The natural lens in the eye gradually becomes less clear as we get older. When opacities develop in the lens and the lens gets too hazy, vision will be impaired. Our office can diagnose and manage cataract care. When the cataract affects the vision to the extent that you cannot read or see distant objects comfortably, we will recommend cataract surgery. Our office co-manages with cataract specialists that are proven experts in cataract surgery. Cataract surgery can provide you with a bright new world of vision.
Glaucoma: Glaucoma gradually destroys the optic nerve tissue in the back of the eye. The greatest danger of glaucoma stems from the fact that the disease is painless and without obvious symptoms until significant damage has occurred. The most common cause is from pressure being too high inside the eye, but vascular disease and other diseases can also cause glaucoma. We always monitor for glaucoma during routine eye examinations. Tests include checking the pressure of the eye, screening for peripheral vision defects and analyzing the appearance of the optic nerve. If you are diagnosed with glaucoma, we typically prescribe medications that lower the eye pressure. Most forms of glaucoma are successfully treated with eye drops. Laser treatments and eye surgery are secondary treatments that offer alternative ways to treat more advanced glaucoma.
Diabetes: Diabetic patients should have a dilated retinal examination each year. Laser treatments have proven to slow the progression of retinal eye disease for many patients. Diabetes often stimulates the growth of new blood vessels in the back of the eye, which ultimately leak and damage the retina. If this condition is discovered early, laser treatment can destroy these vessels. We have the latest instruments used to detect changes in the back of the eye. If we discover advancing diabetic eye disease that can be treated or needs further evaluation, we will refer you for consultation and further testing to a board certified retinal specialist.
Macular Degeneration: Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a disease of the macula, which is the part of the retina that is responsible for the sharp, central vision needed to read or drive. Because the macula primarily is affected in AMD, central vision loss is possible. AMD is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness in adults over 65.
Insurances Accepted
Advantica, Always Vision, Ameren, Avesis, BlueCross-BlueShield, Comp Benefits, CO-MO Electric, Eyemed, First Health, Group Health Plan, HealthCare USA, Humana, Lake Regional, Medicaid, Medicare, Mercy, Molina, Missouri Care, Principle, Spectera, Superior Vision, SVS (UAW-Ford Motor), Superior Vision, Tricare, United Health Care, Vision Care Plan, Vision Care DIrect, Vision Service Plan
Cataracts: The natural lens in the eye gradually becomes less clear as we get older. When opacities develop in the lens and the lens gets too hazy, vision will be impaired. Our office can diagnose and manage cataract care. When the cataract affects the vision to the extent that you cannot read or see distant objects comfortably, we will recommend cataract surgery. Our office co-manages with cataract specialists that are proven experts in cataract surgery. Cataract surgery can provide you with a bright new world of vision. 
