Glaucoma is one of Canada’s leading causes of vision loss. Approximately 400, 000 Canadians live with glaucoma, yet most of us know very little about the disease. As an optometrist, I feel that it is very important that my patients understand any and all threats to their vision. In my opinion, glaucoma is one of […]
5 Reasons Why You Should Buy Your Next Pair Of Glasses From Your Optometrist
Ecommerce or online shopping has made it easy to purchase virtually anything from the comfort of your home. Of course, eyewear is no exception. It’s not necessarily a secret that many optometrists and opticians don’t love this trend, but it’s not the reason you think. As eye care professionals, our job is to make sure […]
How Zeiss MyoVision Lenses Can Help Protect Kids From Myopia Progression
Over the last few decades, myopia has become increasingly common, especially among kids. The World Health Organization predicts that by the year 2020, roughly ⅓ of people worldwide will suffer from myopia, which is also known as nearsightedness. While this massive increase rise prevalence is definitely unsettling, it has resulted in some amazing technological advancements […]