Wondering about laser eye surgery aftercare? Read on as we discuss a few laser eye surgeries and how to prevent complications and stay comfortable afterward. […]
Laser Eye Surgery Aftercare
The Do’s & Don’ts After Cataract Surgery
Is your vision starting to get blurry as you age? If it is, there’s no need to worry! Cataracts can result in symptoms like hazy vision, faded colour vision, or poor night vision, and are a completely normal part of ageing. If these symptoms sound familiar, book an appointment with your optometrist today! Only your […]
Latisse: Before & After: What to Expect
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 […]
Why Are My Eyes So Sensitive to Light?
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 […]
What Is Tunnel Vision?
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 […]
When Can Kids Start Wearing Contacts?
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 […]
Does Eye Strain Mean I Need Glasses?
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 […]
How Long Does Laser Eye Surgery Last?
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 for Astigmatism: What to Look For
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 […]
How Do Multifocal Contact Lenses Work?
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 […]
