For about 30% of Canadians, dry eyes are a near-constant irritation. They can happen because the eyes don’t create enough tears or because an imbalance in the tear film causes tears to evaporate too quickly. Whatever the reason, if you’re the one dealing with dry eyes, you probably just want relief. Fortunately, there are options […]
Do Dry Eyes Cause Styes? Dealing with uncomfortable dry eye symptoms is annoying enough, let alone wondering if the condition is causing other problems. For example, because they can happen at the same time you’re experiencing dry eyes, some people may wonder if styes are caused by dry eye disease. The short answer is no, […]
Blue light glasses or blue light-blocking lenses can sound high-tech and cool. So much so that the sale of blue light glasses has risen since 2020, mainly due to increased time spent staring at digital screens. In theory, blue light glasses help to reduce eyestrain and symptoms of eyestrain, including dry eyes. Even without much […]
Most of us will likely experience dry eyes at some point. And many things can contribute to dry eyes, whether dry winter air or poor-quality office air. But for around 30% of Canadians, dry eye syndrome is a constant battle. At a quick glance, other than the discomfort of having dry, itchy eyes, most people […]
Glasses Over Contact Lenses Blue light glasses have been a popular specialty eyewear topic, especially as daily screen time rises. Yet, many people choose contact lenses to avoid slipping on spectacles. So, is adding a blue light filter worth it for contact lens wearers? And can you wear blue light glasses with contacts? What Is […]
Consistency is key when it comes to your visual health. Vision care starts with visiting your optometrist for regular eye exams that can help with early detection and management of potential eye diseases and other vision issues. But what should you do if you haven’t had an eye exam in years and are looking to […]
Your eyes and vision are ever-changing, and maintaining your eye health can depend on various factors. The first step to consistent eye care is visiting your optometrist for consistent eye exams so they can monitor changes in your vision. Another aspect of eye health is monitoring your diet. A well-balanced, healthy diet can make a […]
Can You Wear Contact Lenses if You Have Dry Eye Syndrome? The itchy, burning eyes that one deals with when they have dry eye syndrome are incredibly unpleasant. Sometimes, we experience dry eye symptoms for reasons beyond our control, like the climate or aging. But other times, a simple change in contact lens type or […]
Can You Get Laser Eye Surgery if You Have Dry Eyes? Whether you can get laser eye surgery if you have dry eyes is a bit of a grey area. It depends on a couple of things, like how severe your dry eye syndrome is, its cause, and the type of laser surgery. During your […]
Do Blue Light Glasses Help with Night Driving? Finding the Right Driving Glasses Prescription sunglasses are available for day driving, but darkened shades can be dangerous for nighttime driving. So is there an alternative eyeglasses option for driving in dimmer light? There are many types of specialty eyewear and lens coatings, including eyewear designed for […]
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