A few words about sweeney eye associates:

Sweeney Eye Associates, originally Eye Associates in Mesquite under Dr. Civiletto, began in Mesquite, Texas in 1990. Dr. Patrick Sweeney took over the practice in 2000 and the business name was changed to Sweeney Eye Associates.

In 2009, Dr. Sweeney opened Sweeney Eye Associates' new location at 2858 N. Beltline Road Suite 200, Sunnyvale, TX 75182. Sweeney Eye Associates has continued to provide the highest quality eye care coupled with the newest technology to date to the residents of Sunnyvale, Mesquite, Rockwall, Garland, Dallas, Richardson and the surrounding areas.

Sweeney Eye Associates is dedicated to providing the highest quality of vision to all our patients while ensuring their safety and well-being. This is the essential foundation of Sweeney Eye Associates where we provide an honest and unhurried approach to vision correction.

Eye Conditions

Cataracts

A cataract is a clouding of the eye's naturally clear lens. Your eye becomes like a window that is frosted or yellowed. If your vision is blurry, you should schedule a vision consultation for an examination immediately. This will also rule out any other reasons for blurred vision. Cataracts are a common cause of vision loss, especially as we age, but they are treatable.

Diabetic Retinopathy

High blood-sugar levels from diabetes can damage blood vessels in your retina, the nerve layer of tissue at the back of your eye. This damage is called diabetic retinopathy. Schedule an eye exam at least once a year and maintain control of your blood sugar if you have diabetes. Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent vision loss

Dry Eyes

The eye bathes itself in tears to stay moist. Some people don't produce enough tears for healthy eyes. This is called dry eye. Check the store for eyedrops called "artificial tears." If you try these and your eyes are still scratchy or irritated, contact your ophthalmologist (Eye M.D.). Moist eyes are essential to comfort and health. Also, dry eyes may mean other problems.

Flashes & Floaters

Floaters look like small specks moving in front of your eyes. They are actually tiny clumps floating through the clear gel in your eye. Flashes look like lightening streaks. They happen when the gel pulls on its attachment to your retina, the part of the eye that senses light.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma, although it cannot be cured, it can usually be controlled. The eye receives its nourishment from a clear fluid that circulates inside the eye. Excess fluid pressure pushes against the optic nerve that connects the eye to the brain. If the pressure remains too high for too long, irreversible vision loss can occur. Early treament can minimize vision loss.

Macular Degeneration

The macula provides the sharp, central vision we need for reading, driving, and seeing fine detail. Macular degeneration refers to the breakdown of the macula. Macular degeneration reduces vision in the central part of the retina. It usually does not affect the eye's side or peripheral vision.