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Tips for Dealing With Dry Eyes In Winter

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The winter season brings many joys and winter activities, like skiing, ice skating, or building snowmen. But, the colder temperatures and lower humidity can also cause some discomfort, especially for those with dry eyes. Your optometrist can diagnose it during a routine eye exam. While winter can make dry eyes more likely, we have some […]

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Does CBD Make Your Eyes Red?

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The world of cannabis and its myriad compounds has been the subject of substantial research and discussion in recent years. Among the numerous compounds found in cannabis, cannabidiol, more commonly known as CBD, has gained significant attention for its potential therapeutic benefits for the eyes. A question more people are asking during eye exams today […]

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Amblyopia vs. Strabismus: When to Seek Vision Therapy

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What if we told you that your visual eye disorders could be corrected using the help of a virtual reality game? Vision therapy is a non-invasive approach to treating visual impairments in children and adults, such as lazy eye (amblyopia), crossed eyes (strabismus), misalignment, and focusing issues. Generally, it is best to have amblyopia treated […]

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Does Ortho-K Improve Eyesight?

"A woman holding an ortho-k contact lens in focus in the foreground with half of her face out of focus in the background."

Ortho-k, also known as orthokeratology, is a common myopia control treatment that involves using specialty contact lenses to achieve temporary vision correction. When worn at night, ortho-k lenses can help slow myopia for children and improve vision for people of all ages without the need for additional vision correction during the day.  Myopia is one […]

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Screen Time Recommendations for Children

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Kids are constantly being exposed to screens through laptops, smartphones, tablets, and more, which may negatively affect their ocular health.  Studies have shown that increased screen time can lead to ocular issues like myopia progression or other potentially harmful vision conditions. To mitigate these risks, the Canadian Association of Optometrists and the Canadian Ophthalmological Society […]

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Are Any Vitamins Good for Macular Degeneration?

Different types of vitamins and supplements are on shelves in a pharmacy. utritional supplements and a diet high in antioxidants, among other healthy lifestyle choices, can help prevent macular degeneration or slow its progression.

Macular degeneration is a common eye condition and the leading cause of vision loss for older adults. Since it can progress at different speeds for different people, it’s crucial to have regular eye exams so your optometrist can track its progression. There’s no way to reverse macular degeneration. However, nutritional supplements and a diet high […]

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