As we age, our eyes go through many changes. For older adults, one of the most common changes is developing cataracts. Cataracts, the clouding of the eye’s natural lens, can significantly impact your vision and quality of life. Fortunately, cataract surgery can offer an effective solution for restoring clear vision. Cataract surgery is a safe […]
How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?
When was the last time you had an eye exam? If you can’t remember, it may be time to schedule one. Eye exams are a crucial part of keeping your eyes healthy, and they can also help us detect underlying health issues that may affect your eyes. So, how long does an eye exam take? […]
Can Myopia Be Reversed?
Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is a common vision condition that affects millions of people every day. If you’ve recently noticed that you’re having a difficult time seeing things clearly at a distance but have no trouble seeing close objects, you may be dealing with myopia. While myopia itself isn’t a reversible condition, it is […]
Are Contact Lenses Supposed to Be Uncomfortable?
Many Canadians turn to contact lenses to correct their vision. They come with convenience and versatility, but some people may find them intimidating because we generally don’t like things getting too close to our eyes. When preparing for your first contact lens fitting, you may have questions, but your optometrist can walk you through how […]
Everything to Know About Scleral Lenses
Finding the right pair of contact lenses for your vision and eye care needs can be a struggle. This is especially true for individuals who may not be a good candidate for standard, or corneal, contact lenses. Certain eye conditions like dry eye or corneal irregularities can limit your ability to wear contact lenses, however, […]
Do Edibles Make Your Eyes Red?
Red eyes can have many causes, making it challenging to identify the problem without an eye exam. If your eyes are red, consider what you’ve been exposed to recently. If you’ve used cannabis, that might be the cause. It’s generally common knowledge that smoking cannabis leads to red eyes. However, cannabis is consumable in many […]
What Causes Eye Flashes and Floaters
Have you ever seen flashes of light in your peripheral vision or small objects that seem to move around your field of vision? These are known as eye flashes and floaters. There are many possible causes of eye flashes and floaters, both eye-related such as retinal detachment or tear, and non-eye-related such as migraine. This […]
Can I Wear Blue Light Glasses All the Time?
Blue light and its connection to digital eye strain has become an additional consideration when deciding on the type of lenses you want in your eyeglasses. Considering the potential cost of prescription eyeglasses, it’s fair to wonder if you’ll need to buy a separate pair for blue light protection. You shouldn’t experience any negative effects […]
Should You Use Atropine Eye Drops for Myopia Control?
Myopia is becoming more common worldwide. High myopia in adulthood is thought to be the result of school-age onset myopia not being properly treated. Because of this, it’s important to use effective myopia control measures in younger children, which may include preventing myopia onset as well as slowing myopia progression. Fortunately, there are many options […]
What Age Should a Child Have Their First Eye Exam?
Building good vision care habits start at a young age. Scheduling consistent eye exams with your optometrist early can help your children develop good vision care habits that they can carry with them throughout adulthood. Let’s look at the importance of children’s eye exams, including when your child should have their first eye exam. Importance […]