A contact lens fitting isn’t like a normal comprehensive eye exam. During a contact fitting, your optometrist will inspect the health of your eyes, take measurements of your eyes, and provide a trial pair of contacts to confirm they have the right fit for your eyes. […]
Also known as orthokeratology, ortho-k lenses are worn overnight and can temporarily reshape the cornea to improve vision throughout the day. […]
Using a microfibre cloth, lens cleaner, soap, and warm water, you can safely clean your lenses and help preserve their longevity. […]
The good news is that several treatment methods are currently available to help control the progression of keratoconus and provide clear vision. Depending on your symptoms, your optometrist may recommend eyeglasses, contact lenses, corneal cross-linking, or a corneal transplant as a keratoconus treatment method. […]
They aren’t some magical cure-all, but carrots are rich in antioxidants that can keep your eyes healthy and vitamin A for night vision. […]
One possible culprit could be dry eyes. Dry eyes occur when your eyes don’t produce enough tears, or when the tears evaporate too quickly. […]
Trouble reading, blurry vision, or squinting more often than usual are just a few signs that tell you and your eye doctor you may need glasses. […]
Many people do not often go for regular eye exams. Depending on your age, your eye exam frequency can vary. For adults between 19 to 60, it is essential to have regularly scheduled eye exams every two years, even if there are no serious concerns. Depending on your age and the condition of your eyes, […]
When lights hurt your eyes, minor irritation can cause you to squint. More severe cases may urge you to hide under your sunglasses, away from bright places. Light sensitivity symptoms can be debilitating and impact your quality of life if it persists. Blue eyes are more sensitive to light. The light-coloured iris may not protect […]
Going from wearing eyeglasses all the time to using contact lenses instead is a massive quality of life improvement for many people. Unfortunately, if someone is prone to dry eye syndrome, wearing contacts can aggravate these symptoms. If dry eyes are a common problem you have, hope is not lost. There are a couple of […]
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