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Why Buy Eyeglasses From Your Optometrist?

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Ordering glasses online might seem convenient, but when it comes to your vision, convenience isn’t always the best choice. From blurry lenses to uncomfortable frames, many people find themselves disappointed after clicking “Buy Now.” Buying from your optometrist offers the accuracy, quality, and support that a website can’t replicate. Rather than taking a gamble with […]

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Can Allergies Cause Dry Eyes?

A person with seasonal allergies blows their nose with a tissue while outside.

With warmer weather comes more outdoor fun, but if you’re someone with seasonal allergies, this is one aspect of summer that can feel dreadful.  A runny nose and constant watery eyes can turn an otherwise beautiful day into an uncomfortable battle between having fun and managing your allergies. Rubbing your itchy and swollen eyes might […]

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Do Contact Lenses Go Bad?

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Contact lenses are an amazing alternative to traditional glasses. They bring comfort, convenience, and clarity to your everyday life. Whether you’re dealing with myopia, astigmatism, or even dry eyes, contact lenses can be a great choice. However, contact lenses can go bad, especially without proper maintenance. Expired or damaged lenses can affect your vision and […]

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Can Stress Cause Dry Eye?

A stressed, young adult gripping their head at the thought of missing deadlines.

In our hectic and high-speed age, millions of Canadians have some degree of first-hand experience surrounding the physiological effects of stress. To some’s surprise, chronic stress can have a profound impact on ocular health. Chronic stress doesn’t cause dry eyes, but it can worsen existing symptoms or contribute to factors that lead to its development.   […]

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Can Myopia Be Reversed?

A young child holds myopia control glasses in front of them with outstretched arms.

Understanding Myopia Myopia, or nearsightedness, isn’t just about needing glasses to watch TV or spot the street sign ahead—it’s a growing global concern. Beyond blurry vision, myopia can increase the risk of some eye conditions. While myopia isn’t reversible, it’s highly treatable. From vision correction with eyeglasses or contacts to myopia control and corrective surgery, […]

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