Progressive lenses can help you see near, far and in-between. Watch this video to learn some helpful tips for adjusting to your new lenses. Do you have questions about how to clean your glasses? Watch this video to learn what to do and what not do when cleaning your lenses. […]
In this digital age we’re spending more and more time in front of screens and so are our kids. Studies show that the odds of visual issues developing in children increase after 2-4 hours of screen time. More screen time leads to higher risk of digital eye strain. Making sure your child visits the optometrist […]
Prescriptions change. That’s one thing we’ve found in many patients as an optometry practice. But if your child’s prescription changes a lot every year you get your annually recommended children’s eye exam done, there could be cause for concern. Myopia control has emerged as an answer to this concern, as targeted treatments can slow myopia […]
If you’ve had a comprehensive eye exam recently, your eye doctor may have recommended optical coherence tomography (OCT) testing. Perhaps you’re wondering about the purpose of these tests or what happens during the testing process. Don’t worry—we’re here to tell you everything you need to know about this useful diagnostic method. What Can OCT Testing […]
Nearly 30% of all Canadians experience symptoms related to dry eye disease, but how can dry eyes impact your life over time? Moreover, what can you do to manage dry eyes if you have them—and how can you avoid this condition if you don’t? Island Eyecare Optometry has spent years helping people afflicted by dry […]
If the world beyond your arm’s reach gets progressively blurrier, you might be in the myopic club. Myopia, also known as near-sightedness, is quite a common diagnosis in our practice, even around the world — and when people think of myopia, they’re probably more familiar with low and moderate myopia. In case of low to […]
Dry eyes are generally uncomfortable, so you’re probably looking for quick relief if you have them. However, as any trained optometrist can tell you, it’s better to weigh potential solutions carefully than it is just to pick one that seems effortless and hope for the best. That’s why eye drops might not always be the […]
Snow Blindness: How to Prevent Sunburned Eyes Snowblind — it’s a frightening word. Thankfully, it’s a condition that is totally preventable. Snow blindness is a painful, temporary loss of vision due to overexposure to the sun’s UV rays. The medical term for snow blindness is photokeratitis (“photo” = light; “keratitis” = inflammation of the cornea). Essentially, […]
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