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Some of us are just born with great eyelashes. As for the rest of us, we will go to any length to enhance and magnify our lashes to make them look full-bodied, dark, and long. Are you tired of trying every eyelash enhancing mascara out there, fumbling with false eyelash applications, and feeling disappointed when […]
If you’ve ever struggled with dry eyes, you know that the symptoms are often very uncomfortable. And if you have a severe case, the discomfort can be downright debilitating. If this is you, you’re not alone because approximately 30% of Canada’s population struggle with dry eye symptoms. In some cases, circumstances may lead to your […]
Light Sensitivity Your eyes are made for light. Light is an essential part of how vision operates. So how can our eyes become sensitive to light? Light sensitivity or photophobia can result from a minor eye condition or an eye emergency. However, if you experience sudden or increased light sensitivity, it can indicate a severe […]
Do you ever feel like you’re not seeing the big picture? Like you’re only focusing on one thing and everything else is a blur? If so, you may be experiencing tunnel vision. Tunnel vision can be caused by many things, such as eye diseases, head injuries, or even stress. Let’s discuss tunnel vision in more […]
Wearing glasses as a kid can be a daunting ordeal. Eyeglasses can be difficult to get used to and may cause insecurities in a child. But an alternative that parents can entertain is fitting their kids with contact lenses. With proper guidance and examination, contacts may be a perfectly safe and healthy possibility for your […]
It’s common for your eyes to feel uncomfortable or distressed from time to time. Though this is never a welcomed sensation, it doesn’t always mean it’s time to panic. Eye strain comes in many forms and can be mitigated in different ways. Let’s explore how glasses can relieve certain forms of eye strain and discuss […]
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 […]
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