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Astigmatism is a common refractive error that affects the eye’s ability to focus light and can cause blurred vision. It occurs when the cornea (the clear front surface of the eye) or lens (the part of the eye that focuses light) is irregularly shaped, resulting in multiple focal points instead of one clear image. While […]
Maintaining excellent eye health is essential for people of all ages. At The Eye Care Centre, we advocate for regular eye exams for both adults and children, starting at six months old to identify potential vision issues early. Although vision problems are often linked to aging, they can affect anyone, including children who may develop […]
For many people living in Alberta, wildfires aren’t just a thing on the news. They’re a very real possibility that can have a significant impact on their lives. If you’ve ever been around a fire and noticed those stinging, burning sensations in the eyes, you may have found yourself wondering: how can you protect your […]
While many people are aware that eye exams are important, they often don’t realize how many diseases these exams can detect. Eye exams can detect a host of different conditions, ranging from common eye problems like cataracts and glaucoma, to less common but no less serious issues like macular degeneration, to a number of general […]
Cataract surgery is one of the most common and successful procedures performed worldwide. This surgery usually results in improved vision by removing the cloudy lens and replacing it with an artificial one. However, many patients and their families often wonder: Can cataracts return after surgery? While cataracts cannot return after surgery because the cloudy natural […]
During a children’s eye exam, your optometrist will check your child’s visual clarity and prescription. Then, they’ll thoroughly examine their eyes to determine how healthy they are, and they’ll keep an eye out for any potential problems. This lets them gain a proper understanding of your child’s development and gives them an opportunity to intervene and address any problems to help preserve your child’s vision in the long run. […]
Dry eyes are unpleasant at the best of times, let alone when you first start your day. You could wake up with dry eyes for many reasons such as a decreased blink rate while you sleep or your eyelids not completely closing overnight […]
Toric lenses are typically the first choice for astigmatism correction, but there are a few other options available. […]
Usually, eye strain only lasts for a few hours after you take a break, but the symptoms can last longer in some cases. […]
Our eyes are often referred to as the windows to our souls. They allow us to experience the world and all its beauty in vivid colours and clear images. As we go through life, we must take care of our eyes’ health and prevent any potential issues from arising. One way to do so is […]
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