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If you’re searching for a more long-term option to correct your vision than glasses or contacts, you’ve likely considered laser eye surgery. Questions are bound to pop up: is laser eye surgery worth the time and money? Is it the type of procedure that you’ll have to undergo again and again and again to see […]
Contacts are a great alternative to eyeglasses, but you have more considerations to make when deciding on your lenses. Your contacts need a proper fit, lens size, and the right material. Another choice you need to make is how often you want to replace your lenses; some can range from daily to monthly. If you’re […]
Say Hello to Astigmatism Correction Sans Frames In the past, contact lenses could be challenging to fit and wear. Though many people with easy-to-correct refractive errors could use contacts, those patients with eyes that didn’t suit the smooth curve of most contacts were left with fewer options. If you’ve been told in the past that […]
The Cure for “Short Arms” If you’ve ever wished for longer arms while trying to read, you may be interested in multifocal contact lenses! These types of lenses could be the answer for patients requiring reading glasses, bifocals, or experience a combination of nearsightedness and presbyopia. Any type of lens that has more than one […]
Pink eye has a habit of spreading rapidly, causing inflamed and irritated eyes. Many see pink eye as a minor inconvenience at best, but do you need to see an eye doctor for it? Continue reading to learn more about pink eye, including the different forms of this condition and if you need to see […]
Is your child suddenly having trouble concentrating at school? Or maybe you’ve noticed that your child needs to squint just to focus on the TV. These are just two of the many signs that your child may be suffering from a vision problem and needs glasses. Both children and parents can have trouble identifying the […]
So, you want to change up your look. Coloured contacts are a relatively easy and inexpensive way to update your look without making a permanent change. But are coloured contacts safe? Well, it entirely depends on your eye health, what type of coloured contacts you buy and where you buy them from. What are Coloured […]
If you spend hours on your computer, tired, strained eyes may feel like a common part of life, but these are common symptoms of digital eye strain (or computer vision syndrome). While not an immediate emergency, this condition can be irritating and disrupt your daily life. There are several ways to prevent and relieve your […]
No matter what kind of doctor you’re going to see, filling out your family history is usually part of your first visit. In my experience, patients seem to think we only need to know about a family history of eye issues. Don’t get me wrong; you should always tell your optometrist about any eye diseases […]
Your eyes are very delicate and vulnerable organs. Touching them or rubbing them could cause injuries, infections, and even worse! Take a look at this infographic to find out how you could get sick from just touching your eyes. […]
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