For so many of us technology is a significant part of modern life. About 80% of us use it regularly. Whether it is for business or pleasure, often both, looking at all those screens can have a negative effect on your eyes. Think about how much time you spend each day looking at your phone, […]
Are You Taking Care of Your Eyes? 5 Tips for Maintaining your Sight
Your eyesight is valuable and that is why you try everything to maintain it. But, are you really taking care of your eye health properly? Here are 5 tips to help you keep your sight perfect and healthy without stressing you out. […]
West Coast Optical Explains the Role Your Optometrist Plays in Your Health Care
Some confusion exists between the terms “optometrist”, “ophthalmologist”, and the good old-fashioned “eye doctor.” Technically, the two first terms are classifications of types of eye doctors. The difference is that the primary duty of an optometrist is to prescribe glasses and contact lenses and evaluate the general visual health of his patients. An ophthalmologist, on the […]
Knowing the Key Differences between Optometrists, Opticians & Ophthalmologists
Often times when people are faced with an eye-related medical issue, they are unsure of how to go about handling the situation. After all, vision is extremely important in every aspect of life, whether it’s work, socializing, or just day to day general activity. […]
A Visit to the Optometrist is Necessary for Every Eyesight Problem
If you have recently experienced any type of problem with your eyes, no matter how small, don’t put off visiting the optometrist any longer.. You can never be too safe when it comes to the health of your sensitive eyes, so even if you experience a minor issue, it is worth a discussion and inspection […]
Improve the Way Your Eyes Both Look & See with Coloured Contact Lenses from West Coast Optical
Contact lenses have undergone many amazing advancements over the years but none are more fun than colour changing contact lenses. From booking a gig to simply preferring a different eye color, there are many reasons people purchase coloured contacts. After all, people change their hair colour all the time, so why not change their eye […]
How West Coast Optical Suggests Finding the Right Eyeglasses
Let’s face it, visiting the eye doctor and having to pick out new glasses is almost as much fun as visiting the dentist. And choosing from an online source can be a bit bothersome. Okay, so maybe it’s not quite that dramatic. However, choosing the right pair of glasses can be a bit overwhelming. Between […]
3 Important Tips for Getting Your Eye Wear Clean — & Keeping Them That Way
What percentage of people wear eyeglasses? The answer might surprise you — an incredible 64% of people wear glasses, according to Statistic Brain, and almost everyone owns a pair of sunglasses. Not surprisingly, there are several questions and concerns that are common to many glasses owners — and one important question concerns cleanliness. Exactly how do you […]
West Coast Optical’sTips to Help Maintain Healthy Eyes and Vision
Good eye sight is something that we all rely on for our day to day activities. However, there are many people who have problems with their vision, which is why West Coast Optical is offering the following tips for maintaining healthy eyes and vision. […]
West Coast Optical’s Sunglasses for Functionality & Health
When people think of sunglasses, they normally just think of dark lenses that cover their eyes at the beach while the sun is reflecting off of the sea. The fact of the matter is that sunglasses serve many purposes and are functional across a whole host of activities. […]
