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 […]
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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The dryness you feel during winter is caused by a combination of cold winds, low humidity, and indoor heating systems. These factors strip essential moisture from your eyes and leave them exposed to the outside air. This leads to dryness, irritation, and burning sensations. […]
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 […]
Daily disposables, silicone hydrogel lenses, gas permeable lenses, hybrid lenses, and scleral lenses are all contact lenses available for dry eyes. Your optometrist can help you find the right fit for your needs. […]
Dry eyes are a surprisingly common medical condition caused by inadequate tear production or poor-quality tears. […]
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 […]
COVID-19 has certainly changed the way we live day-to-day. One prominent example is online schooling. Many families who never really considered online schooling for their kids now find themselves sending children off to digital classrooms. Among the many potential complications of online learning are the potential risks that full days of screen use could pose […]
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