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What Are Scleral Contact Lenses & How Do They Work?

Since their creation, contact lenses have come a long way, offering a comfortable alternative to traditional eyeglasses. They come in several types (not just soft lenses), easily accommodating different visual needs and complex concerns.  Take scleral contact lenses, for instance. They are a specialty lens that vaults over the cornea and rests on the eye’s…
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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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Can I Wear Ortho-K Lenses During the Day?

If you're a contact lens wearer or someone dealing with myopia, you've probably heard about orthokeratology (Ortho-K) lenses. Traditionally, Ortho-K lenses are worn overnight, and their vision-improving benefits last into the following day without them needing to be worn while you’re awake. But what about wearing Ortho-K lenses during the day, like regular soft contacts?…
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Can You Use Eye Drops with Contacts?

Whether you are a veteran at wearing contacts or just trying them for the first time, it’s important to always practice good contact lens care to help maintain healthy vision.  Eye drops can be a useful tool to keep your eyes hydrated and healthy while wearing contacts. If you are a contact lens wearer, eye…
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What Lens is Used For Myopia Management?

There are many options for treating myopia, including glasses and contact lenses. While regular lenses can help correct myopia and provide clearer vision, specialized lenses can help manage myopia progression. What lens does your eye doctor use when managing myopia progression?  Continue reading to learn about myopia, including what lenses are available to manage this…
Man inserting contact lenses into her eyes which may cause dry eye

How to Prevent Dry Eye While Wearing Contact Lenses

You love the look of contact lenses and want to avoid carrying around your glasses whenever you can.  There’s just one problem—dry eye disease.  Dry eye disease is an eye condition that can bring discomfort and be stressful to deal with and manage. It occurs when your tears cannot provide enough lubrication for your eyes. …

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

Our eyewear staff provide personalized service, including custom design and engraving for our Lindberg collection, as well as custom fitting and nose pad adjustments for plastic frames (see our Instagram for a look).

Find the perfect blend of style and function at Dr. Zargar Eyecare.

Brands We Carry

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

Our eyewear staff provide personalized service, including custom design and engraving for our Lindberg collection, as well as custom fitting and nose pad adjustments for plastic frames (see our Instagram for a look).

Find the perfect blend of style and function at Zargar Eyecare.

  • Lindberg
  • Gucci
  • Dior
  • Tom Ford
  • Silhouette
  • Louboutin
  • Ray-Ban
  • Ray-Ban Kids
  • Oakley
  • Oakley Kids
  • Face A Face
  • Lindberg
  • Gucci
  • Dior
  • Tom Ford
  • Silhouette
  • Louboutin
  • Ray-Ban
  • Ray-Ban Kids
  • Oakley
  • Oakley Kids
  • Face A Face
  • Lindberg
  • Gucci
  • Dior
  • Tom Ford
  • Silhouette
  • Louboutin
  • Ray-Ban
  • Ray-Ban Kids
  • Oakley
  • Oakley Kids
  • Face A Face

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