Maintaining healthy vision is a crucial part of overall well-being. Yet, eye exams are often overlooked until something feels wrong. Regular eye exams help detect early signs of vision issues and identify health conditions such as diabetes, glaucoma, and even hypertension. Some common tests you can expect during an eye exam in Regina include: There […]
Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is one of the most widespread vision concerns among school-aged children. While glasses or contact lenses can provide clear vision, they don’t prevent the condition from worsening over time. That’s where myopia control lenses come in. Myopia control lenses work by correcting blurred vision while gently defocusing peripheral vision, which […]
Cataracts account for over 50% of vision loss cases worldwide. While you can manage mild forms of cataracts with eyeglasses or contact lenses, cataract surgery can offer significant vision recovery for those with severe cataracts. However, many people need to travel to see their surgeon for cataract surgery, often by plane, raising concerns about the […]
When it comes to eye health, terms like astigmatism and myopia might sound similar but refer to entirely different vision problems. Astigmatism causes blurry vision at all distances due to an irregular cornea or lens, while myopia (nearsightedness) makes distant objects blurry because the eyeball is too long or the cornea too curved. Understanding the […]
Most people think of dry eyes as a minor inconvenience. A bit of irritation, redness, and blurry vision may not feel so terrible, but leaving this condition unmanaged can lead to problems. Dry eyes alone don’t directly lead to vision loss. Rather, vision loss can occur because of complications associated with unmanaged dry eyes. Persistent […]
For those wanting to improve their vision or seeking freedom from glasses or contacts, LASIK is a life-changing procedure. This procedure improves vision by using specialized lasers to reshape the eye’s corneal tissue, altering its structure. However, this reshaping cannot prevent the onset of age-related visual changes or other concerns like LASIK regression. While LASIK […]
It’s common to get the occasional eyelash in the eye, but it’s no fun when it’s stuck in there and you can’t get it out. While the feeling of having something foreign wedged in your eye can be disconcerting, with a bit of patience and care, you can get out that bothersome eyelash. We’ll guide […]
Your glasses should provide clear, comfortable vision. If you’re experiencing blurry vision or discomfort, it may be time to reevaluate your prescription. According to the Canadian Association of Optometrists, prescription lenses are typically valid for 1-2 years, but it’s important to schedule an eye exam annually to ensure your prescription is up to date. But […]
Myopia, or nearsightedness, affects 30% of the population. It is one of the most common eye conditions in the world. Like other refractive errors, myopia causes objects at a certain distance to become blurry. No single home remedy can fully treat myopia. While corrective lenses or surgery remain the most effective solutions, certain natural methods […]
Contacting your optometrist for emergency eye care can include:
Sudden vision loss
Eye trauma
Severe eye pain
New flashes and floaters
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