As we age, our ability to focus on objects and images close to us becomes worse. This is the effect of presbyopia: a condition that worsens as we grow into our 40’s. Lenses with multiple powers of magnification and multiple prescriptions can help mitigate the symptoms of presbyopia. Bifocal, trifocal, and multifocal lenses all vary […]
Just like adults, kids need regular eye exams to help them grow up with healthy eyes and strong vision. But how are children’s eye exams different, and when should you take your little ones to an eye doctor for the first time? Below, you’ll learn why children’s eye exams are necessary, how often your kids […]
If you frequently use your computer, you may have experienced dry and irritated eyes before. You can book an eye exam with your optometrist to discuss some relief options available. Long periods of computer work can cause several irritating symptoms, such as headaches, soreness, and watery eyes. With few minor changes to your computer habits, […]
We all know that contact lenses are a alternative to traditional eyeglasses; they are easy to take care of and comfortable to wear. However, while we love helping you and your family discover the freedom contact lenses can provide, a common condition called dry eye can make wearing contacts less than pleasant. Many people can […]
There may come a point in your life where you might think your skin could use a little love. While we don’t believe ageing is something to be embarrassed about, we completely understand if you’re looking for safe, effective ways to help your skin look the way you feel inside. One of the ways we […]
Vision therapy is a treatment program that can help improve conditions like strabismus (crossed eyes) or amblyopia (lazy eye). Vision therapy also helps with individuals who have experienced traumatic brain injuries such as concussion or stroke. As well, it helps with focusing problems in children and adults often face, along with reading difficulties and poor […]
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Dry eye is one of the most common eye conditions and it can arise for a variety of different reasons. Typically, dry eye is caused by issues involving the tear ducts and oil ducts can manifest through symptoms such as redness, irritation, and blurry vision. Makeup can affect your eye’s ability to produce tears and […]
After a long day spent on the computer or focusing on a task, your eyes can feel dry and irritated. While this could be fatigue, you may also be experiencing symptoms of dry eye disease. Many people suffer from these symptoms daily, and may not even recognize them. If you are affected by dry eye […]
Many sufferers feel as though they may be the only one experiencing the uncomfortable symptoms of dry eye disease, but in fact 30% of Canadians experience symptoms of this chronic condition. There are several treatments your optometrist can recommend to you based on what type of dry eye you have, but there are some therapies […]
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