Dry eye syndrome can be a frustrating and uncomfortable condition. Luckily, vitamins can provide a natural solution for those who suffer from dry eyes. Vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin C, and omega-3 fatty acids, found in foods like oily fish and flaxseeds, have been shown to reduce the inflammation that leads to dry eyes. […]
How Long Is an Eye Exam?
Maybe it’s been a while since you’ve gotten an eye exam, and now you’re wondering how long an eye exam is going to take before you book your next one. Unfortunately, there isn’t a standard answer for how long an eye exam takes, but many of them last from 30 to 60 minutes. Your overall […]
Tips for Dealing With Dry Eyes In Winter
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 […]
Can Dry Eye Cause Headaches?
Experiencing dry eyes and headaches simultaneously is not an uncommon occurrence. However, while these 2 conditions often coexist, there isn’t concrete evidence to suggest that one directly causes the other. Dry eyes and headaches share common triggers, but the presence of one does not necessarily induce the other. Scheduling routine eye exams can help manage […]
Why Am I Waking Up With Dry Eyes?
Do you often wake up in the morning with red, scratchy, and uncomfortable eyes? Do you have to force your eyelids open through dried mucus built up while you sleep? If yes, then you might be suffering from dry eyes. This is a common condition where your eyes cannot produce enough tears to lubricate the […]
Do Contact Lenses Dry Your Eyes?
If you wear contacts, you may have experienced dry, uncomfortable eyes at some point. This is a common problem among contact lens wearers, and it can range from mild irritation to severe discomfort. So, why do contacts sometimes dry out your eyes, and what can you do about it? Contact lenses can interfere with the […]
Pros & Cons of Using Humidifier for Dry Eye
Dry eye symptoms can affect many aspects of your day-to-day life. Regular eye exams at your optometrist can assess discomfort, such as dry eyes and provide a custom approach to your eye care needs. As frustrating as dry eye symptoms are, there is hope. Finding ways to reduce your dry eye symptoms can provide relief. […]
7 Ways Dry Eye Can Affect Your Vision
Here are 7 ways that dry eye disease can affect your vision:
Sensitivity to light
Mild vision loss, blurry Vision
Stinging or burning sensation
Higher risk of infection
Damage to your cornea
Blindness
Decreased quality of life […]
4 Reasons You Should Choose Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) for Dry Eye
If you struggle with dry eye, you may have already looked at a number of different strategies to help manage your symptoms. Some of these could have been eye drops, heated masks, or even Omega-3 fatty acid supplements, but have you ever considered in-office treatments? At Foresee Eyecare, we offer several different types of in-office […]
How Radiofrequency Works to Treat Dry Eye
If you’re one of the millions of Canadians who struggle with dry eye, you probably understand the value of finding long-lasting, meaningful relief from your symptoms. Our sight is an essential part of our quality of life, but uncomfortable, irritating symptoms can keep us from enjoying our vision the way we deserve. Over the past […]