Farsightedness, also known as hyperopia, is a common vision condition in which a person can see distant objects clearly but has difficulty seeing things up close. Farsightedness is usually treated with glasses or contact lenses, which can correct how light enters the eye to see more clearly. Alternatively, the following surgical treatments can also correct […]
Cataract surgery is a procedure used to remove a cloudy or opaque lens called a cataract and replace it with an artificial lens. It can significantly improve a person’s vision and quality of life. Even though most cataract surgeries are successful and well over 90% of people see better after, it can take some time […]
LASIK, or laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, is a widely used procedure that utilizes laser technology to reshape the cornea to correct common vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. The procedure is considered a life-changing experience for many people, as it can drastically improve vision and may give you the freedom to live without glasses […]
Corneal abrasions are common eye injuries that occur when the clear outer layer of the eye is scratched or scraped. This can happen from a variety of sources, such as: Fingernails Tree branches Contact lenses Dust or other small particles Poorly attached skin/outer layer on the surface of the cornea Are you suffering from a […]
You’ve probably never met someone who loves having dry, irritated eyes. Unfortunately, dry eye disease is a prevalent condition in Canada and especially in dryer climates like Alberta. And with it, digital eye strain symptoms have grown over the years as our use of digital screens increases. Whatever the cause for your dry eyes, it’s […]
Contact lenses are an excellent option for correcting your vision if you don’t want to wear glasses but for some, options that require less maintenance can be exciting. If you’re interested in exploring options beyond LASIK or PRK, an Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) could be an alternative for you. By the end of this article, […]
Tired of having blurry vision? Do you dislike wearing glasses? You’re not alone! Patients with astigmatism commonly wonder if they can correct their vision with eye surgery, eliminating the need for glasses. Astigmatism, a common vision condition that causes blurred vision, affects many people to some degree. It most commonly occurs when the cornea is […]
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve. Though it mostly affects adults over 60, everyone, from infants to senior citizens, should have their eyes screened initially and then depending on an individual’s risk factors, then on a regular basis. This is because early detection and treatment of glaucoma is the […]
Dry eyes can be irritating and uncomfortable, but you can find relief from your symptoms. Your eye doctor has several treatments available when you have dry eyes. Two of these treatments are intense pulsed light (IPL) and radiofrequency (RF) treatment, but what are they, and which treatment is best? The best dry eye treatment depends […]
Our eyes are constantly working; from the moment we wake up until the moment we fall asleep. Like the rest of our bodies, the eyes eventually tire, age, and become vulnerable to disease and other vision-related conditions. When you think of eye conditions, two main ones probably come to mind: glaucoma and cataracts. Glaucoma and […]
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