Eye Care

How Long Does Eye Strain Last?

Posted on May 31, 2026 (June 26, 2026) by Dr. Myles Bokinac, O.D.

Woman sitting at a cluttered desk with a laptop, eyes closed, pinching the bridge of her nose with glasses pushed up, looking strained.

Eyes hurting after screen time? Discover the hidden causes of lingering eye strain, like trigeminal dysphoria, and solutions from your eye doctor in Regina. […]

How to Tell If Your Prescription Is Wrong?

Posted on March 10, 2026 (March 19, 2026) by Dr. Myles Bokinac, O.D.

You put on your glasses, expecting clear vision, but something feels off. Your eyes strain to focus, you start to get a headache, and you find yourself squinting more than usual. Advance Eye Care Center understands that this frustrating experience affects many people when their prescriptions no longer match their current vision needs. If you’re […]

Blepharitis from Eyelash Extensions: Signs It’s Time to See Your Eye Doctor

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Dr. Myles Bokinac, O.D.

An image of an adult getting eyelash extensions put on by a trusted professional.

Eyelash extensions are a popular beauty trend, offering fuller, longer lashes without daily mascara application. But as stunning as they look, they can sometimes lead to an uncomfortable condition known as blepharitis. If you’ve noticed redness, irritation, or crusting around your eyelash line after getting extensions, despite proper care, it’s time to see your eye […]

Can Dry Eyes Cause Blindness?

Posted on February 3, 2025 by Dr. Myles Bokinac, O.D.

A patient's eyes are red, watery, and irritated because of chronic dryness.

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 […]

Eyelash in Eye: How to Safely Remove It and Relieve Discomfort

Posted on January 13, 2025 (January 13, 2025) by Dr. Myles Bokinac, O.D.

A woman holding her right hand over her right eye because of pain in her eye

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 […]