In our modern digital world, people spend more and more time using technology for business and pleasure, resulting in hours of screen time. Unfortunately, this also means more people are experiencing digital eye strain. And though technology isn’t the only culprit of eye strain, it is a major cause. But how long can eye strain […]
Can You Sunburn Your Eyes?
Yes, you can get a sunburn on your eyes. Your eyes are very susceptible to sun damage, and when the surface of your eyes becomes damaged by ultraviolet (UV) rays, you can develop a condition called photokeratitis, The surface of your eyes, the cornea, has the highest density of pain receptors in your entire body, […]
What Happens When You Sleep with Contact Lenses In?
Contact lenses help you see clearly without needing glasses. These lenses can provide long-lasting comfort and clear vision, but does this comfort last overnight? Can anything happen when you sleep with your contact lenses in? Since contact lenses directly touch your eyes, wearing them can put your eyes at a higher risk of infection, but […]
Eye Emergencies: Common Mishaps
It can be easy to take your vision for granted, especially if you’ve never had an eye problem before. However, eye emergencies can happen suddenly and damage your eye health and vision. Eye emergencies can happen from everyday mishaps like a fall, so it’s important to know when to visit your optometrist. Common Eye Emergencies […]
Waking Up With Dry Eyes: Potential Causes
Waking up with dry eyes can be frustrating. After a good night of sleep, you want to be refreshed and ready for the day! Feeling itchiness or irritation in your eyes can make your morning much more difficult, and starting your day with discomfort is by no means ideal. So why are you waking up […]
What is High Myopia Treatment?
While at the optometrist or during your day-to-day, you may have heard of myopia. Maybe you heard it by a more common name, nearsightedness. It’s one of the most common vision conditions, with about 30% of Canadians having it in one form or another, and one of the conditions we look for in an eye […]
Can Contact Lenses Freeze?
If you’re someone who wears contact lenses, they’re a big part of your everyday eye health. Whether you are wearing them all day or only need to wear them for shorter periods of time, proper contact lens care is key to helping to keep your eyes healthy and comfortable. Because they are stored in liquid, […]
Is Something Stuck in Your Eye, or Do You Have Dry Eye?
Irritated, watery eyes are as uncomfortable as they are disruptive, but could they indicate a more significant issue? Or could it be as simple as a small particle of dust or debris stuck in your eye? This is a question many people ask themselves whenever they feel eye discomfort. And while there are numerous strategies […]
Myopia vs Hyperopia: What Is the Difference?
If you’ve recently seen an optometrist for an eye exam, you may have been diagnosed with myopia or hyperopia. These refractive errors are very common and, if severe enough, are easily treatable with corrective glasses or lenses. Each problem is caused by a unique change in the eyeball and where light is concentrated within it, […]
How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?
We only get one pair of eyes, and it’s up to each person to take care of them. A huge part of taking our eye health seriously is getting comprehensive eye examinations at the recommended intervals to prevent or reduce the chance of serious problems. As a society, we are so busy nowadays. Many things […]