When switching from glasses to contact lenses, many people assume that glasses prescriptions are the same as contact lens prescriptions. After all, they’re going onto the same eyes, right? However, glasses and contact lens prescriptions aren’t the same. Glasses and contact lenses have to be prescribed differently because of how one sits on your face […]
Diabetic retinopathy develops when high blood sugar begins to damage blood vessels in the retina. Over time, they can become damaged or blocked. Once damage to your vision is done, it cannot be reversed. However, there are treatments available to help manage diabetic retinopathy. […]
Cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cancer are just a few diseases or conditions that an eye doctor can detect during an eye exam. […]
Contact lenses do have an expiration date. […]
The warning signs for AMD can include blurry vision, difficulty seeing in low light, and faded colours, all caused by loss of central vision. […]
Everyone’s eyes are unique, and because of that, everyone deals with different and unique eye issues, like keratoconus. This eye condition can make it difficult to wear contact lenses because it affects the cornea—the clear dome on the front of your eye. Keratoconus is progressive and causes the cornea to become thin and bow outwards, […]
Choosing LASIK LASIK can be a convenient alternative to eyeglasses and contact lenses. Meeting with your optometrist for a consultation is a chance to ask questions and determine if you’re a good candidate for laser eye surgery. Many patients experience minimal symptoms, but knowing what to expect can help patients prepare. Other common laser eye […]
Can an Eye Doctor Detect a Concussion? Your optometrist can detect many different conditions during an eye exam. While an eye exam helps diagnose many eye-related issues, it involves a general assessment of your health. Can your optometrist identify other health-related problems, such as a concussion? Continue reading to learn more about concussions, including if […]
What Doctor Do I See for Eye Floaters? Eyecare is an essential part of everyday life, whether that means keeping up with your eye exams or needing any specialty eye care procedures. An aspect of taking care of your eyes is dealing with any issues that may come up and consulting your optometrist about it. […]
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