Your child’s eyes are precious, and as a parent, it’s always a good idea to take steps to preserve their vision. But you don’t have to do it alone—your optometrist can help! Regular children’s eye exams are an excellent way to help take care of your child’s eyes and vision. But what should you and […]
Contact lenses can be a convenient alternative to more traditional forms of vision correction. They’re comfortable, convenient, and let you keep your natural look. But there isn’t just one type of contact lens—there are types for every situation, including: It’s essential to schedule a contact lens fitting and exam with your optometrist to determine the […]
At some point, you’ll likely need to update your glasses prescription. It’s a great way to enjoy shopping for a new, stylish pair of frames. But there’s one important question many people ask themselves: what do you do with the old pair?
You can always:
See if your optometrist can reuse the frames
Donate them
Recycle them
Repurpose them for an art project […]
Glasses adjust light as it enters the eye so it can focus on the right point and give you clear vision. […]
Many people often neglect to go to the optometrist for a routine eye exam until eye conditions develop. Eye exams are one way you can keep your eyes healthy. But what can you expect during a routine eye exam? During an eye exam, your eye doctor can perform a series of tests to check how […]
Every day, we are surrounded by screens. Smartphones, televisions, computers, tablets, and gaming devices are present—and often so is digital eye strain. With many Canadians spending 2 hours per day or more on digital devices, uncomfortable and irritating eye strain symptoms are becoming more prevalent. While technology isn’t the only cause of eye strain, it […]
Ever heard that wearing glasses every day can actually make your vision worse? There are some schools of thought that promoted this notion over the last few decades. But modern science and several studies have told us there is no relationship between wearing glasses and vision decline. It’s very natural for your vision to decline […]
If you use computers and other digital devices frequently, you’ve likely experienced headaches or migraines, sore neck, and dry eyes before. These symptoms are related to digital eye strain, an irritating condition. Blue light glasses are a popular suggestion when someone experiences headaches and other symptoms related to digital eye strain, because they effectively filter […]
For many patients, it’s common knowledge that sunglasses are essential for protecting your eyes. Overexposure to UV light can lead to serious complications, but how does the sun affect your eyes if you forget to wear your sunglasses for a day? Is it possible to sunburn your eyes? Don’t Mess with the Sun Summertime brings […]
Everyone needs eye exams, from childhood through to your adult years. These examinations are essential for protecting your vision. When you book your next eye exam, how long can you expect to be at the optometrist? Eye exams can vary in length depending on your needs, from 30 minutes to over an hour. For example, […]
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