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What is Ortho-K?

Glasses and contacts are the most popular ways to correct vision, but not everyone is thrilled to wear them or finds them appropriate for their lifestyle. Meanwhile, refractive surgeries can permanently improve vision but aren’t suitable for everyone. Ortho-k lenses bridge this gap by offering a non-invasive, middle ground for vision improvement. Similar to how…
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How to Tell If Your Glasses Fit?

Glasses are an essential tool for better vision. They're also a fashion statement and a part of daily life for eyeglass wearers. Glasses should sit comfortably on your nose and behind the ears and provide vision clarity without symptoms such as eye strain or headaches. If you’re struggling to keep your glasses from slipping or…
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Neurolens •

How Can a Concussion Affect Your Vision?

Concussions are serious injuries that can disrupt the normal functioning of the brain. They occur when a blow to the head or body causes the brain to rapidly move back and forth, striking the inside of the skull. This movement can affect brain function and lead to a variety of symptoms. Some ways that a…
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Can Your Vision Cause Motion Sickness?

Motion sickness affects people of all ages. While it’s often associated with travel, like car rides, flights, or boat trips, vision impairments or disruptions are sometimes at the root of the problem. Vision problems can cause motion sickness by disrupting the processing of visual information, leading to a mismatch between what is seen and how…
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Contact Lenses, Myopia •

Can I Wear Contact Lenses If I Have Myopia?

Myopia, also called nearsightedness, is an eye condition where you can see objects close up clearly but have trouble seeing objects far away. Myopia is on the rise in Canada, with as many as 28% of Canadian children developing myopia after the age of 11.  While it cannot be reversed, myopia can be controlled in…
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Eye Health •

Can Wrong Prescription Glasses Cause Headaches?

When it comes to vision correction, the right prescription glasses can make all the difference in your daily comfort and overall quality of life. But what happens when your prescription is off? Can wrong prescription glasses cause headaches?  The short answer is yes, the wrong prescription can cause headaches. In this blog, we'll explore why…
Myopia •

Why Is It Important to Address Myopia in Children?

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common vision condition that affects a significant number of children worldwide. It is characterized by difficulty in seeing distant objects clearly, while close objects remain in focus.  As the prevalence of myopia continues to rise, particularly among school-aged children, it becomes increasingly important for parents and guardians to understand the…
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Neurolens •

How Does Neurolens Work?

You might be dealing with eye misalignment if you often experience headaches, neck pain, or eye strain. Enter Neurolens, an innovative technology designed to address the issue of misaligned eyes. But how does Neurolens work? Neurolens works by incorporating contoured prisms into glasses to help align the eyes properly, relieving symptoms such as headaches, neck…
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Dry Eye •

Can Eye Makeup Remover Cause Dry Eyes

Dry eye is a common eye condition with many underlying causes. While makeup itself doesn’t cause dry eyes, some makeup products, including certain removers, can worsen dry eye symptoms if you already have dry eyes. Regardless of what causes or exacerbates your dry eye, regular eye exams can help determine the underlying cause and provide…
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Myopia, Ortho-k •

Can Ortho-K Cure Myopia Permanently?

Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is becoming increasingly prevalent worldwide. Traditionally, myopia has been corrected by wearing glasses or contacts, or by using eye surgery to correct vision. However, there are other possible approaches. Orthokeratology lenses, also known as ortho-k, are specialty contact lenses that are worn at night but correct vision during the day.…

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We offer a curated selection of high-fashion eyewear and advanced lenses tailored to your needs. 

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