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Contact lenses come in various types, including daily, bi-weekly, and monthly disposables. Daily contacts, in particular, are gaining popularity for their convenience and comfort. But like any option, they come with both advantages and potential drawbacks. […]
Cleaning your eyelids daily can help manage dry eyes by removing excess oil, debris, and bacteria that can clog the meibomian glands and reduce tear quality. […]
The straightforward answer is that polarized sunglasses offer specific benefits like reducing glare, which can enhance comfort and vision in certain conditions—but they aren’t automatically better than other types of sunglasses. […]
Because of the close proximity of the eyes and sinuses, it’s natural to wonder if a sinus infection could cause pink eye.
While classic viral pink eye (most often caused by adenoviruses) is typically not related to sinus infections, certain bacterial or upper respiratory infections can affect both areas and lead to overlapping symptoms.
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The shapes of eyeglasses that suit round faces best are often:
Angular frames
Cat-eye frames
Full-rimmed frames
Browline frames
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While often highlighted for its aesthetic benefits, RF technology has applications that extend beyond improving skin texture, particularly in optometry, where it can aid in meibomian gland expression and increase future oil production for long-lasting symptom relief. […]
Over-the-counter (OTC) eye drops are enough to ease these symptoms for many. But, sometimes, prescription eye drops may become necessary to address chronic dryness or specific conditions […]
As of February 1, 2025, changes to optometry coverage in Alberta are in effect. These changes, which include delisting certain services, reducing the frequency with which some services can be billed and cutting the amount that optometrists are paid, will significantly impact patients across the province.
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It can be concerning if your child wakes up complaining about eye pain, persistent redness, or irritation. Two of the most common eye issues are a scratched cornea and pink eye (conjunctivitis). At first glance, they appear similar—both may cause redness, discomfort, and sensitivity. However, a scratched cornea is typically more painful, itchier, and uncomfortable, […]
While pink eye is often easily recognizable and not typically serious, it is frequently confused with other conditions such as:
Dry eye syndrome
Allergic conjunctivitis
Corneal abrasion or scratch
Foreign body in the eye
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