Optometry Blog

Tonometer

A tonometer refers to the equipment that is used in tonometry – a way of measuring the pressure inside your eyes. Tonometry is rarely performed at your average comprehensive eye exam unless you are at high risk of or have been already diagnosed with glaucoma. Fortunately, tonometry can be used to detect changes in eye…

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Multifocal Contact Lenses

In the evolving world of vision correction, multifocal contact lenses have emerged for individuals seeking a seamless solution to address their presbyopia. Throughout life, our eyes may undergo changes that can impact your ability to focus clearly on objects at different distances. Multifocal contact lenses offer a convenient and effective way to combat this challenge,…

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Computer Vision Syndrome

Just a few decades ago, computer vision syndrome (CVS) was not even a thing. However, with an increase in the role of staring at computer screens and phones, it has become an increasingly common issue. This puts a significant strain on our eyes. With the increased use of school computers, tablets and smartphones, children are also…

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Contact Lens Fitting

For many, contact lenses offer the freedom to see clearly without the need for glasses. However, every pair of eyes is unique, and a one-size-fits-all approach to contact lens fitting doesn’t work. Advanced contact lens fitting provides personalized vision correction tailored to each patient’s needs. Whether you have a standard prescription or more complex vision…

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Colored lenses… They’re back!

Hold onto your hats, the revival of fashion trends from the early 2000’s is underway! Yep, you better get ready to relive some of your best ‘what was I thinking?’ moments.  One iconic past trend has returned in full force… the glorious colored lens.  A regular staple of stars such as the Olsen twins and…

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Dangers of rubbing your eyes.

Most of us rub our eyes many times throughout the day. Its important to know that if you rub your eyes too often or hard, its possible that you could cause damage in a number of different ways…   On the positive side of things…  Rubbing your eyes stimulates tears to flow, lubricating dry eyes…

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